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Alcohol units

We're supposed to be keeping an eye on how much we drink, but how many of us really know what a unit of alcohol is? With so many different drinks and glass sizes, from shots to pints - not to…

Attendance Allowance is a benefit for severely disabled people aged 65 or over who need help with personal care. People aged under 65 who have care needs should claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Attendance Allowance is not means-tested and it's tax-free.…

Befriending

If you are feeling lonely and down, reaching out can be hard. Befriending services can help you meet new people and gain friends, at a time when you are in need of support.

Benefits for carers who are unable to work

If you're not in paid employment, you may be able to get earnings-replacement benefits. Usually, you can't get more than one of these benefits at the same time. This means that even if you're entitled to more than one earnings-replacement…

Call the Carers Direct helpline

You can call the Carers Direct helpline on 0300 123 1053 if you need help with your caring role and want to talk to someone about what options are available to you. If you are busy at certain times of…

Care and support at home

There are lots of ways to stay living at home. Some of these you can organise yourself. Some you may need help with. For most people living at home keeps you happier and healthier. You have more choice and independence.…

Care and support plans

If you are assessed by social services and are found to be eligible for support, the next stage is to draw up a care and support plan, or in the case of a carer with eligible needs, a support plan.…

Care Homes

If you're looking for a residential care home, there's a huge variety of options. They include: care homes for older people care homes for younger adults with disabilities care homes for children Care homes may be privately owned or run…