Care in your home
A care worker or personal assistant can support you at home with things like:
- getting up and dressed
- using the toilet
- bathing and showering
- meals and drinks
- taking your medication
- household tasks, such as cleaning
This is called home care or domiciliary care. It can help you to live well at home for longer.
How to get care at home
If you need care at home, you can ask for an assessment from Adult Social Care.
To find out what happens in an assessment, see: Working out what support you need
Arranging your own support
You may choose to arrange your own support. You could:
- find a personal assistant
- use a home care agency. You can find a list of agencies on Care Choices
- search for care and support services on East Sussex 1Space directory
Home care costs
Even if you receive help from Adult Social Care, you will usually need to pay towards the cost. The amount you pay is based on what you can afford.
To find out more, visit: Paying for care at home.
