Home & care

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If you have a complaint about the social care you, or a relative, have received - you have certain rights that you should be aware of.        

Know your rights to care

Help at home

Richard Shearling from Age UK Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin explains how Help at Home assists older people remain living independently at home

More home and care radio features

Help at home
 

Arranging care and support 

Finding out what care is available and how to get it can be confusing. Our starter guide will help get you up to speed.
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3 carers talk about their lives

We chatted to Ann, Richard and Alma to find out about their experience of caring for loved ones.
Carer Ann Pannett
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Adapting your home

You may be able to stay in your home for longer if it's adapted to meet your needs.

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Care home checklist

Looking round care homes can be daunting. Follow our checklist of things you should think about.

Housing choices

If you're thinking about your future housing needs then let us help you explore the options - there could be more than you think.
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Products for the home

We have a range of products and services to help make your home life a little easier.
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Your Age UK

Set your location to see what Age UK offers in your local area.

Age UK Advice:
0800 169 6565
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What is Care in Crisis?

Why is the social care system in crisis? What is Age UK doing to help?

Dr Naim Dangoor OBE

Dr Naim Dangoor

We are grateful for the generous support of Dr Naim Dangoor CBE and The Exilarch's Foundation

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