Help for adults

Carer's assessment of need

Carers are people of any age, including children and young people. If you are caring for a relative, friend or neighbour on a regular basis, even if you are living some distance away, then you may be entitled to a carer's assessment

Disabled bus pass

Blind person's bus pass and disabled person's bus pass forYork residents

Educational benefits

Uniform grants, school meals and school transport

Home care service

The council provides a support service for older people and adults with disabilities who are unable to provide their own personal care

Out of hours social services support

The Emergency Duty Team is the contact point for all social care and housing enquiries outside of normal office hours

Protection of vulnerable adults

All adults should be able to live free from fear or harm and have their rights and choices respected

Residential care

Residential and nursing homes

Respite care

Respite care provides a short break for someone who is caring for themselves, or provides a carer with a break from caring

Sheltered housing

Sheltered Housing offers independent living within a safe and secure environment. There are 16 sheltered housing schemes in York

Support for adults with HIV

The HIV team provides counselling, emotional support, financial advice and practical help for people diagnosed with HIV, their friends and carers

Supporting people team

Supporting People helps vunerable people to live more independently by providing housing related support