In the UK you can ask your local council for a free needs assessment, which may lead to help with arranging or paying for care. The NHS social care and support guide explains the options.
- Find home care services on the NHS website.
- Care agencies in England are registered and inspected by the CQC; in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate; in Wales by CIW; in Northern Ireland by RQIA.
- You can check a DBS certificate with the person’s permission using the DBS Update Service.
This guide is general information only and is not professional, legal, medical or financial advice. Rules change, so please check the official sources linked above.