Services for adults with disabilities

Society is not designed for disabled people. Our aim is to help you get over the problems this causes. We use a set procedure in assessing your needs. 

This document is called Meeting Assessment Responsibilities Under the NHS and Community Care (NHSCC) Act  1990. The document can be viewed or downloaded from the more information section on this page.

Some of the following may be familiar to you.

Has your everyday life become more difficult?
For some people a simple aid may make all the difference. Other people may need alterations to houses or flats. We can advise on this. You may be able to get a grant towards the cost.

Do you need help with household chores, or personal assistance?
We may be able to provide a home help or home care aide who can do jobs such as housework, lighting fires in the morning, or helping you to get up. If you have young children, help may be available with their daily care.

Do you need to learn new ways of doing things?
Our occupational therapists may be able to help you find easier ways of coping with domestic tasks in your own home. Our staff can help you think about employment and social activity. Transport may be available to centres.

Leaving school soon?
We can help you think about your future. If you need our services we can make the necessary plans.

Carers have needs too.
We will do all we can to help. This may be a break for a few hours, or a week, or perhaps putting you in touch with other carers.

Who can you talk to?
Our area offices can give help and information about local groups.
Please use the following link to find out how to contact your local area office.

We believe that:

• All services should be accessible and take into account the wide range of different cultural, religious and social needs of all the residents of Derbyshire.
• Everyone has the right to lead a full and satisfying life.
• Services should be provided locally and people should be involved in the planning, decision making and management of the services they use.
• Everyone has the right to choose how and where they want to live.   

The Directgov (opens in a new window) website also provides information for disabled people which you find helpful to visit.  

You may also like to find out about our services for children with disabilities and their families or our information for carers.

Please use the following link if you have any concerns about the safety or welfare of an adult. (opens in a new window)

Please use the following link if you have a suggestion, praise or complaint about this service.