Simple guides for families, referrers and providers.

Guides

Care decisions are easier when the next step is clear.

These guides give families and professionals a starting point before a referral, care conversation or provider consultancy enquiry.

Choosing the right care serviceDomiciliary care, supported living, residential guidance, dementia care and respite support explained.Planning dementia-aware supportLife story, routine, communication, risk and family involvement.When respite or transitional support may helpShort-term relief, discharge planning, increased family pressure and continuity.What to include in a referralNeeds, strengths, risks, outcomes, family contacts and timescales.Preparing a new care provider for CQC registrationScope, evidence, policies, governance and interview readiness.