Useful links
Staying Independent
Connect to Support Surrey
A directory of local care and support services, including help at home, transport, community groups, things to do and care providers.
Healthy Surrey
Advice and resources to support healthy eating and active lifestyles across Surrey.
Active Surrey - Strength and Balance Improvement
Otago classes and fall-proof exercises to help prevent falls and improve mobility and confidence
Support for Carers
Surrey County Council
Provides essential information and signposts to a range of support for carers including carer wellbeing break payments, Carers Hospital Discharge Guide and online carers assessments.
Action for Carers Surrey
Free support for unpaid carers including advice, support groups, wellbeing services, and training.
Crossroads Care Surrey
Support services for carers, including end-of-life care, carers identification card and emergency care planning.
Mobilise
Online community and coaching for unpaid carers, offering practical advice and emotional support.
Equipment and Technology
Home Equipment Finder
Search for assistive products by health need or room to support independent living.
Connected Care
Technology-enabled care options including sensors, alarms, and communication aids.
Major Adaptations
Step-by-step guidance on applying for home adaptations through the Disabled Facilities Grant.
Surrey Fire and Rescue - Safe and Well Visits
Free home safety checks and advice for residents.
Mole Valley Life
Telecare and community alarm services to support independent living.
Sight for Surrey
Support and technology for people with vision and hearing impairments.
Digital Support
If you need help with getting online, free support is available from your local libraries Digital Support Volunteers. Surrey Coalition also provide support via their Tech Angels service to those unable to visit a library in the following boroughs and districts, Woking, Reigate and Banstead, Mole Valley and Tandridge.
Paying for Care
Eligibility for Social Care Support
Understand the criteria for receiving social care support from your Surrey County Council.
Adult Social Care Self-Assessments
Online tools to assess your care needs, financial situation, and carer responsibilities.
Understanding Care Costs
Explore Surrey County Council’s Care Cost Indicator tool to find out how much care costs, explore your care options and judge how long your savings or assets could last.
Arranging and Paying for Care Yourself
Options and advice for self-funded care arrangements.
What Happens to My Home
Information on how your home may be affected when paying for care, including the Deferred Payment Scheme.
Independent Financial Advice - Society of Later Life Advisers
Find accredited financial advisers specialising in later life planning.