Last updated: 5th January 2026 Help and advice if you're not eligible for social care Getting an adult social care needs assessment Who can have an assessment? Options if you're not eligible for adult social care Services that help you stay independent How to get a social care needs assessment If you can’t get support from us, we will still: give you advice and information tell you about other groups that might help, like charities and community services Previous Who can have an assessment? Next Services that help you stay independent