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Finding the long-term care that\u2019s right for you<\/h3>\n
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As we get older, health issues and reduced mobility can often make daily life more challenging. No matter how independent you want to be, the time may come when you need to think about the long-term-care services available to you. <\/p>\n

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Finding the long-term care that\u2019s right for you <\/h2>\n

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The first step is to ask your local council (or Health and Social Care Trust in Northern Ireland) to carry out an assessment of your care needs to help decide on the best care for you. <\/p>\n

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Clearly the main considerations will centre around your own well-being and independence, for example do you need nursing care or help with day-to-day tasks? It will also look at the needs of the people who live with you. But you\u2019ll also need to consider other things, for example where family and friends live, what hobbies and interests you have, and whether you have (or would like) pets. <\/p>\n

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How a local authority care-needs assessment works<\/a><\/p>\n

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Home care or domiciliary care <\/h2>\n

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Given a choice, most of us would like to stay at home as we get older. To help us do so, there\u2019s a range of support services available, such as regular visits from a home care worker to help with personal care, shopping and preparing meals. Other services include \u2018meals on wheels\u2019, monitored personal alarms and household equipment to help with everyday tasks. <\/p>\n

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There may also be local day centres where you can socialise and enjoy various activities, with transport available to get you there. <\/p>\n


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