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Struggling to manage at home?

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You may feel you need to move because you or a member of your family can no longer manage in your current accommodation. This could be because:

The accommodation is no longer suitable, for instance, you can no longer manage the stairs
You or a member of your family needs some support to live in your home, for example, you have mental health problems
You or a member of your family is disabled and needs extra equipment in your home to allow you to live independently

If any of the above applies to you and you think you need to move, you can ask the local authority for a Community Care Assessment. This should identify what needs you have and how these needs can be met. The local authority will also consider whether you can remain in your home if you get the right support.

Contact Adult Social care for details (for people who live in Manchester) (external website).

Information about adaptations and equipment that could be available to help you stay in your home.

Older people

There are a number of different options you might want to consider if you are thinking of moving. For instance, moving into specific retirement accommodation or into a care home. There may also be options available to help you stay in your home - such as home carers, or adaptations. Manchester City Council has information about housing options for over 60's in Manchester (external website).