Links
- Careways Trust will be happy to provide information and guidance on any aspect of care of older people, or the following organsations will also be happy to assist with specific advice.
- Counsel and Care
- is a national charity which gives care and support for older people, their families and carers. They do this by providing advice, information and financial support and by influencing policies, services and funding.
www.counselandcare.org.uk/
- The Commission for Social Care Inspection
- registers inspects and reports on adult social care services, and councils who arrange these services, in England.
www.csci.org.uk
- Age Concern
- Their mission is to promote the well-being of all older people and to help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.
www.ageconcern.org.uk
- The Association of Charity Officers
- is the national umbrella body for benevolent charities, that is charities who provide aid and advice to individuals in need. Any charity helping individuals can join the Association.
www.aco.uk.net
- The Citizens Advice
- service helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing free information and advice from over 3,000 locations, and by influencing policymakers.
www.citizensadvice.org.uk/
- The Department of Health
- is committed to improving the quality and convenience of care provided by the NHS and social services. Its work includes setting national standards, shaping the direction of health and social care services and promoting healthier living.
www.dh.gov.uk/
- Government Funding
- This site is your online portal to grants for the voluntary and community sector.
www.governmentfunding.org.uk/