Request an adult social care needs assessment

What a needs assessment is

An assessment means we meet you and talk about your situation. We'll ask you some questions about your wellbeing and how you're managing in your daily life so that we can think about what help and support you might need. 

Anyone over the age of 18 who asks for a social care needs assessment has the right to have one, in line with the Care Act (2014). This will determine if you qualify for support from the local authority.  

Who can get an assessment

You can get an assessment if you have a physical or mental condition that has a significant impact on your wellbeing. 

You must also be unable to achieve at least 2 of the following: 

• Managing nutritional needs  
• Meal preparation 
• Maintaining personal hygiene  
• Managing toilet needs 
• Being appropriately clothed 
• Staying safe in your own home 
• Looking after your home environment  
• See and keep in touch with friends and family and meet new friends 
• Work, volunteer or do education and training you may need 
• Make use of necessary facilities or services in the local community including public transport, and recreational facilities or services 
• Carry out any caring responsibilities you have for a child