There are over 200 types of dementia....Any household with children under the age of 5, of pensionable age, or who has any kind of disability, is eligible, along with several other categories of people....Legal support  The person you care for may need help to manage their finances and day to day living.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/dementia/

Last updated: 26/08/2026 14:46:58

This includes children's community health, education and social care. ...We work with our partners who may provide for other services for children and young people. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/childrens-services/

Last updated: 18/06/2026 10:41:49

There are many reasons that people have falls, and lots of things that individuals can do to reduce their risk of falls. ...Find out more on our TEC pageTake care when you’re out and about, especially on wet or slippery surfaces....For more information eating healthily, see the NHS Live Well Eat Well pageTake care of your eyes.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/falls-prevention/

Last updated: 26/08/2026 14:46:58

It is important that you receive the right support and advice to understand your options and make the right decisions.If you have a Social Worker, Early Help Worker or Youth Justice Service Officer you should talk to them straight away.If you do not have one of these people working with you, please contact the Multi Agency Support and Safeguarding Hub (MASSH).You can find out more information about what happens after you contact us using the links below:You can also speak to an advocate about your rights and the help available using the contact details below:Tel: 01752 256339Email: cornwalladvocacy@barnardos.org.ukWebsite: www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/services/cornwall-advocacy-and-independent-visitor-service 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/childrens-services/going-into-care-16-plus/

Last updated: 16/09/2026 15:54:03

Phone lines open at 10am on Wednesdays, 9am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and close at 5pm.Help outside normal working hoursIf our offices are closed and it’s an emergency, you can ring 0300 1234 131.Support to help you get on with lifeOur film tells you about the support we can give and how you can get it:If you need just a little helpIf you need just a little help to manage at home, we may offer you advice or suggest you use the Community Directory to find support near your home.Community DirectoryIf your needs are more complexIf your independence and well being are at significant risk, we’ll arrange to visit you....We will carry out a needs assessment to look at your eligible social care needs. ...We’ll work out a personal budget so you can organise and buy your own care and support via an agreed support plan. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/request-help-for-an-adult/

Last updated: 14/09/2026 23:00:11

Jigsaw also work with some children in care and care-leavers....Jigsaw Sessions Jigsaw sessions are arranged through your Social Worker working for Children's Social Care....We only accept referrals from Children Family Services but there are other organisations in Cornwall who can support children.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/childrens-services/child-protection-and-safeguarding/help-for-those-who-have-alleged-sexual-abuse/

Last updated: 06/08/2026 07:27:43

Are you interested in becoming a Supported Lodgings Host?...Can you help a young person in their transition from care into adulthood?...There are many types of supported lodgings schemes.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/childrens-services/children-and-young-people-in-care/supported-lodgings-for-young-people-leaving-care/

Last updated: 08/06/2026 13:57:25

Those living in care homes face a higher risk than people living at home....In 2024, several Cornwall care homes piloted sensor based falls prevention (SBFP) technologies....The aim was to see whether digital tools could help staff:anticipate risksrespond more quicklyand better understand the circumstances around a fall.This work sits within a wider national push to digitise health and social care and to expand technology enabled care.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/health-determinants-research-collaboration/research-at-nihr-hdrc-cornwall/nihr-hdrc-cornwall-case-studies/sensor-based-falls-prevention-technology-pilot/

Last updated: 11/06/2026 09:31:36

Working alongside our colleagues in the Housing department, in Adult Social Care, we aim to help you live in your own home for as long as you wish to....You can be referred to them by a health or social care professional. ...Any household with children under the age of 5, of pensionable age, or who has any kind of disability, is eligible, along with several other categories of people.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/accommodation-and-housing-options/

Last updated: 18/06/2026 14:03:39

It is set up by social care....The social worker will explain the reasons for the meeting in your case.  ...Children's Social Care emergencies are dealt with by a Children’s Social Worker and their Manager.Emergency needs relating to children’s social work will be assessed with other agencies where appropriate.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/childrens-services/child-protection-and-safeguarding/

Last updated: 21/08/2026 12:39:53