City of Westminster

Practical Support

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The Adult Services team may be able to assist you if you need some practical support. Find out below about the services we offer and how to be assessed for these services.

 

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Day Care Centres

Find out about day care centres in Westminster, which provide social & recreational activities as well as general assistance.

 

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Home Care Services

Need help with practical tasks such as laundry, preparing a meal or personal care? Find out more about home care services.

 

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Residential and Supportive Housing

If you can no longer manage to live at home with support, you may be considered for residential or extra care housing.

 

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Equipment & Adaptations

You may need special equipment to help you live at home. Find out more about equipment and adaptations.

 

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Paying for your care

Find out whether you will have to pay for the care that you need here.

 

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Direct Payments

Instead of social services providing your care, you can get direct payments to buy the care you need.

 

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How do I get support?

You will need to be assessed to see if you are eligible for support. Find out about the assessment process here.

 

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Help & Advice

Here you will find information about help, advice or financial assistance that is available to you.

 

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