Independent advice
Access to extra support
We understand that everyone’s care needs are unique. Sometimes, finding the right support can be challenging. To help, we’ve collated some useful links to websites and resources for various elderly caregiving situations. These organisations offer valuable independent advice and support that we hope will help make life a little easier for our growing community.
Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Independent regulator for health, and adult social care in England. They exist to ensure health and social care services provide people with safe, effective and high-quality care.
SCIE
Social Care Institute of Excellence co-produces, shares, and supports evidence and knowledge around best work practices in social care.
Alzheimer’s Society
Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity; campaigning for change, funding research to find a cure and supporting people living with dementia today.
Dementia UK
Dementia UK provides specialist dementia support for families through their Admiral Nurse service providing one-to-one support, expert guidance and practical solutions.
Mind for Better Mental Health
Mind provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.
Connect to Support Hampshire
Connect to Support Hampshire aims to help you stay independent and to manage your care. You can find local groups, activities and services within your community alongside, formal care services.
Age UK
Age UK is a charity that campaigns for the rights of elderly people and provides help and advice.
SEAP
seAp provide independent advocacy services to help resolve issues or concerns you have about your health and well-being or your health and social care services.
