How to get a free assessment

A number of tools, devices and services are available for people to purchase themselves (self-purchase) that can help with maintaining independence in the home.

Information on the range of equipment and technology available can be found online from various sources, including:

Living Made Easy - A source of information about daily living equipment, disability equipment, mobility and independent living aids for older or disabled people https://www.livingmadeeasy.org.uk/
Ask Sara - An online self-help guide that may be useful if you are not sure what items could help you https://asksara.dlf.org.uk/index.php?auth=medequip
24 hour emergency contact service run by the Council’s Careline Team https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20174/sheltered_housing/812/careline_emergency_alarm

You can self-refer through the Occupational Therapy Service online form or contact the Occupational Therapy Team to make a referral on 0121 303 1234 option 1 or by email CSAdultSocialCare@birmingham.gov.uk.

If you are involved with adult social care you will have a conversation with a social worker. This can involve the creation of a care plan.

A conversation is a simply a discussion between yourself and a social work professional to understand what help and support you might need coping with life on a day to day basis and living independently in your own home.

The conversation will also help you to understand what you can do for yourself and inform you of what support is available to you in your local community and through other networks and services. If you have care needs you can request a conversation for yourself, or someone you care for.

Contact us

Adult Social Care Services

Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm

Telephone: 0121 303 1234

Text phone: 0121 303 6230

Email: CSAdultSocialCare@birmingham.gov.uk

Visit: Contacting us about adult social care services and support

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