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Simple terms explainer
Councils must help people live as independently as possible, especially if they need care or support. This means they must offer services, advice, and support that help individuals stay in control of their daily lives, make their own choices, and live in their own homes for as long as they can, avoiding reliance on long-term care. Councils work with health services, charities, and community groups to make sure people have access to the right help at the right time.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Adult social care
Housing
Duty type
Compliance
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
0
Bodies with shared interest
Standards and frameworks
1