Adult social care directory
Search the adult social care directory to find local services, support and community organisations.
What to expect from adult social care
Understand how adult social care works, from first contact through to ongoing support.
Contact our Adult Social Care Hub
Get in touch with the adult social care hub to ask for help, advice or support for you or someone you care for.
Report abuse or neglect of an adult who may have care and support needs
Find out how to report concerns about abuse or neglect and get help to keep someone safe.
How to pay for long term social care
Understand how long term care is paid for and what costs you may need to contribute.
Care homes, supported housing and hospices
Information about care and housing options for people who need more support than can be provided at home, including care homes, extra care housing, supported accommodation and end of life care.
Mental capacity and making decisions for someone else
Learn about mental capacity and how decisions can be made when someone needs support.
Support for carers
BCP Carer Support provides advice and information to unpaid adult carers across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Adult social care factsheets
Useful factsheets about the services we provide within adult social care.
Support for older and vulnerable adults living at home
We can help you stay independent at home, with advice on equipment, local care services and emergency contact systems.
Support for adults with a disability
We have advice and support available to you if you have, or another adult you know has, a physical or learning disability.
Information for professionals working in adult social care
If you work in adult social care, we have advice for you - including information about funding, events and policies.
Get help and support to live independently
How to get help with travel, getting around, at home, housing support and more.