Information about Care and Health

Welcome to the Care and Health section of the Suffolk County Council web site.


This area of the web site has information about how Suffolk County Council cares, advises and supports people.

ContactSocialCare Please contact us if you are concerned about the safety of a vulnerable adult or a child
Council housing The Accommodation section has information about housing, residential care and how we help people to stay in their own homes.
Little girl jumping Children and Families has information for parents, children and professionals who work with children.
People Customer Rights explains the work we do to ensure that your needs influence the way we provide services. You can also find out how you can get involved in influencing our work. This section has information for Family Carers.
Girl on the phone Disabilities has a wealth of information about the services we provide to people with a disability but also practical information about getting the support you need.
Deaf boys laughing The Fostering and Adoption section has information for customers and professionals alike.
Care in hospital Health explains how we work with health providers and the work we do for people with mental health problems.
Young people

Suffolk InfoLink is an online directory of community information listing local activities, organisations and services. It is the Community Services Directory. Suffolk Children’s Services Directory is held on Suffolk InfoLink.

Money Money advises on benefits, charges and grants. There is detailed information here about Direct Payments to customers to allow them to arrange their own care.
Older woman giving talk Older people explains the services we provide to older people, including information about support if you want to stay at home, how we work with older people and day care facilities.
Stars Performance, policies and plans is where you will find a database of all our policies that are currently accessible on the internet. This is a large resource for customers, staff and other professionals.
Man sitting in chair Telecare/Assistive Technology consists of equipment and services that support your safety and independence in your own home.
kerrisonclock75100 Training and support has information about health, safety and the environment, our training courses and training facilities.