Community care is the help and support we provide to adults and those who care for them, so that people can live independent lives in the community. We can provide the support either in people's own homes (wherever possible) or in other care settings such as sheltered or 'very' sheltered housing or in a care home. People aged 18 and over whom may need community care services include those with needs arising from: -
- Old age, physical frailty and/or dementia
- Physical ill health and disabilities
- Sensory disabilities (problems with your hearing or sight)
- Learning disabilities
- Mental health difficulties
- Addictions/dependency issues
- Acquired brain injury
- Terminal care
We give priority to people with the greatest care needs when providing help or support. Community care also takes account of the needs of carers. We do not provide community care support for life because the services we provide can change, as peoples needs change. Many people only need help for a short time (sometimes for a few weeks after coming out of hospital) and are then able to look after themselves without any more help. It is important that we recognise peoples' abilities and their need for independence, therefore community care support should only be given when it is actually needed. As well as assessing people's care needs, we provide some community care services and we also commission a range of services from independent or voluntary care providers.
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Access to Community Care Services in West Dunbartonshire which incorporates all of the information above.
