Adult Social Work Referral

Adult Social Work is available to anyone within the community aged 16 and over who may require assistance, support or guidance to meet their needs. Carer Support (opens new window) can also be offered to those with caring responsibilities.

To find out more about your eligibility and if you will need to pay for a service, please read the  Eligibility and Contributions Policy. (opens new window)

For more information around self-directed support and budgets there are guidance webpages (opens new window) available.

This is not an emergency service. If you are concerned someone may be at risk of immediate harm, abuse or neglect please contact one of the following services:

Police, phone 101

NHS 24, phone 111

Social Work Emergencies, outwith office hours, contact the Social Care Emergency Team (SCET) on 01506 281028

Take Self-Assessment and Refer

Please note that our phone number is an answer service where we will endeavour to get back to you within 5 working days. If you are looking for a more prompt response please complete our online assessment or attend one of our Community Connections Hubs where you can be supported to complete an online assessment.

If you believe you, your client or someone you know is at risk of harm, consider whether Adult Protection Procedures (opens new window) should be followed. 

Find out how we will use your data: Read our Privacy Policy. (PDF, 131 KB)(opens new window)