Adults
We believe that if people are properly supported, they can play a full role in their community. We also believe that you best understand your own social care support needs and how they can be met.
We have had problems with a new, complex, IT system for adults' social care services. This has delayed us billing some customers for services they have received. We would like to apologise for this.
The County Council believes you should be at the centre of the assessment and planning process, because you understand your own needs and how to meet them. We call this self-directed support.
By 2020, half the population of the UK will be aged 50 and over. Here in West Sussex we want to make sure that everyone can adapt successfully to the changes that this will bring to society.
A great deal of the work we do helps people to continue to live in their own homes as independently as possible, whatever their age or disability. Find out more here.
In West Sussex, local authorities and health services work together to make sure that information and services are well co-ordinated so that people who need help get it quickly.
West Sussex County Council works hard to protect adults at risk of abuse. Abuse of vulnerable adults is a significant and socially important feature of society which has considerable cost to those affected.
How to contact West Sussex County Council about social care services for adults.
Carewise is a pathway to information and advice, including approved financial advisers, for people paying for care. Developed by West Sussex County Council, the Society of Later Life Advisers, Age UK West Sussex and West Sussex Forum, it aims to help you make the right choice of care and support, at the right time, with the right funding solution.
Information for adults with physical impairments or learning difficulties.
Information about the day services the County Council provides for adults with varying needs who live in West Sussex.
Telecare Lifeline equipment enables people to stay safe and independent in their own homes in the knowledge that people would be alerted should anything untoward happen.
Prevention, wellbeing and healthy living often go hand in hand. Healthy living goes beyond - eating a balanced diet, taking regular exercise and avoiding illness.
Information on local and national organisations that can provide further help and support.
Find out what would happen if one of our residents went missing unexpectedly, or failed to return after a pre-arranged absence.
How West Sussex County Council and partner agencies help people to represent their views to decision-makers.
Find out about the services we commission to help and support people with drug or alcohol-related issues, and for their families, friends and carers.
Please let us know what you think about our health and social care services. You can do this now through the Local Involvement Network (LINk), or through Local HealthWatch next year.