Specialist support for adults

Find out more about the services available to help support adults with disabilities and their caregivers through short-term care, day centres, legal safeguards, and community programs.

Knowsley Shared Lives Scheme

Find out more about support available for adults and young people with disabilities to live independently in their own homes, with the help of carers. As well as how to become a Shared Lives carer.

Social care needs assessment

If you have a physical or mental impairment that affects your ability to live independently, you may be eligible for social care support. An assessment will be carried out to determine your needs and eligibility. Find out more here.

Adult respite services

Adult respite services provide short-term care for adults with disabilities, giving caregivers a break and allowing adults with disabilities to socialise and participate in activities. Find out more here.

Day centres for specialist care

Day centres and family support centres provide help for people with disabilities and health problems. They also provide support working through family difficulties.

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)

The Mental Capacity Act has provided a legal framework to ensure that people that lack capacity who are being deprived of their liberty are being done so lawfully. Find out more here.
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