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Stay safe in very hot weather

Very hot weather is expected for the next few days. A red heat-health alert (the highest level) is in place for London on Wednesday and Thursday.  

Hot weather can be dangerous and can cause serious illness. Stay safe and look out for others who may be particularly vulnerable to the heat. Read advice on GOV.UK

Cool spaces

There are local cool spaces that are free and open to everyone. Visit them to rest, drink water and stay cool. Find a cool space near you

Access Islington hubs 

North and South Access Islington hubs are closed due to the hot weather. The Central Hub is open for urgent, in-person support, until 4pm today (Wednesday 24 June) but avoid travelling unless it is essential. 

You can still access our services online and you can call us on 020 7527 2000 if you need to speak to someone. 

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Find out about a social care needs assessment

A needs assessment is a meeting between you and a care professional to understand what type of support you may need to live independently.

 
  1. About the social care needs assessment
  2. What happens in the assessment
  1. After the assessment
  2. How to get a needs assessment

What happens after a social care needs assessment

If you’re eligible for support, we’ll first explore with you what support is available in the local community, types of telecare and equipment available, support available from friends and family, and your own skills and resources so that you can stay as independent as possible.

If further support is needed, we will consider whether you could benefit from short-term assistance to stay safe, healthy and independent.

This support could include:

  • reablement

  • home care

  • equipment to help you with everyday tasks

If you need more support, we’ll look at what longer term care and support can be provided for you.
We will always support you to stay as independent as possible, living at home wherever possible and retaining the things that are most important to you.

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