Mentoring service is among the best in the country

A DEVON community mentoring pilot supporting people over 50 who have become socially isolated or excluded in some way, following bereavement for example, illness or disability, has achieved a national quality standard from the Cabinet Office. [other news...]
 

Safeguarding Adults
Including Mental Capacity Act policies and guidance

Rehabilitation
Regaining independence following illness,injury or operations

Residential / Nursing care
Choosing a residential or nursing home - standards and costs

The switchover to digital TV
Help is available for older or disabled people

Advice for older consumers
Bogus callers,choosing a tradesman, fuel suppliers, fire safety and crime prevention advice

Care of your pet
If you go into hospital or a care home you may need help looking after your pet

Search 4 Services
Find residential homes,day services, support groups and more

Care Direct Devon
Local and national information and advice for older people and their carers

Hospital Stay
Going into hospital and planning your care when you leave

Hospice care
Care and services for terminally ill people and their carers and post bereavement support

Link Age Plus
National pilot tackling social exclusion for the over 50's

Older People with Memory Problems
Specialist help for those who have, or care for someone with, memory problems

Over 50s
Over 50? How to get the most out of life.

Support at home
Providing a range of services to support older people at home

People with Specific Needs
Access to library services for people with disabilities or who have difficulty because of age or ill health

Short term breaks
Breaks and respite care to support you and your carer

Supported accommodation
Specialist accommodation to help people to stay in the community

Age Concern Older Offenders Project (ACOOP)
Social care, advice and support to older offenders and their families, both in prison and within the wider criminal justice system