Services for older people
There are many services we provide for older people. You can find more details below.
Home care
Home care, sometimes called domiciliary care, can help you to remain living independently and safely in your own home. There are many different types of support available, depending on your individual needs. See the home care page for more details.
Health advice for older people
We also provide health and medical advice for older people, including information about hospice care and how to manage if you are returning home following a stay in hospital.
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Charges for social care servicesYou will have to pay for some social care services you receive but others may be free or at a reduced cost, depending on your financial circumstances. The amount you pay for social care services is determined through a financial assessment. | ||
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Related information from NHS ChoicesLinks to health information for older people on the NHS Choices website. Heatwave - be preparedMost of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot for too long there are health risks. If a heatwave hits this summer, make sure the hot weather doesn't harm you or anyone you know by reading the advice on the heatwave - be preparedpage. Men's health 60-plusThe men's health 60-pluspage contains information and advice for older men about looking after their health, including lowering your cholesterol; knowing your prostate; walking your way to health; and eating well. Women's health 60-plusThe women's health 60-pluspage contains information and advice for older women about looking after their health, including self-help pain relief; keeping your blood pressure healthy; living with incontinence; and maintaining your strength and balance. Your health, your wayThe your health, your wayguide provides information about long-term conditions and self care and includes sections on your healthcare; courses and support; healthy living; help at home; and money and legal issues. Eat well over 60As you get older, a balanced diet will help you to maintain a healthy weight and will provide you with the nutrients your body needs to keep working well. For more information on healthy eating, see the eat well over 60page. | ||
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