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This website gives you answers to common questions, information and advice to help you look after yourself, stay independent and connected.

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Online self-assessment

A simple way to work out what care and support is available to you.

Find services within your area

Search our Community Directory▶

Financial estimator for care

Gives you an idea of how much you may need to pay for care. ▶

Personal Assistants

Find Personal Assistants for care in your local area with our dedicated Kent PA Web

Get involved

Find out how you can make a difference in adult social care

Cost of living support

Get information and advice on the cost of living across Kent. ▶

News and events

Technology Enhanced Lives

Find out about the KCC Technology Enhanced Lives and our online Technology House

KCC are running a consultation on proposed changes to Wellbeing Services in the community - find out more

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Information and advice

Whether you're looking for yourself, family or friend; you can find up-to-date information available for Kent residents

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Information for Carers

Find out information on becoming a carer, support for carers and access our care directory

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Self Directed Support

Information on empowering the individual to have the flexibility over when and how support is accessed to live the life they choose.

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Community Directory

Directory information for local organisations, voluntary and community groups and location businesses.

Home and Community

Support and information on homecare, equipment and adaptations, personal assistants, residential care and care homes and more

Caring for someone

Support and guidance when you are caring for someone, emotional support for carers, financial support for carers, carers assessments and more

Health and Wellbeing

Information on learning disabilities and autism, health conditions, mental health help, staying safe, local healthcare services and more

Housing

Information on private rented housing, council homes and support for homelessness

Out and About

Public transport, accessible toilets and changing places, sports and how you can get involved

Money and Legal

Paying for care and support, welfare and benefits, power of attorney and more