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Social Care Direct can assist you to find information and advice to help you live as independently as you can. If your needs are urgent...

Our alarm service, known as Care Connect, is County Durham's emergency contact service that gives you support to remain living independently...

This page tells you how to apply for Care Connect.

If you have a concern about a child or young person's welfare who lives in County Durham, call First Contact on Tel: 03000 267 979. First Contact brings togethe...

...own house? Find information about adaptations to your home, equipment to help you carry out everyday activities and personal care.

You may need help in your daily life because you're elderly and/or you have an illness or disability.

You can apply to rent a home in County Durham through Durham Key Options. This includes former council housing.

If someone needs care and support to maintain their health and welfare, it may not be an option to live independently. Find details...

Find out more about the support we give to care leavers.

There is usually a cost for care and support services unlike health care which is free to everyone at the point of delivery.