www.nhscare.info
These pages advise the UK public on their right, under existing law and the Coughlan case, to free nursing care 100% funded by the NHS - known as "Continuing Care"
Help the Aged
An international charity fighting to free disadvantaged older people from poverty, isolation and neglect, through lobbying, support and advice on all aspects of senior citizenship
SeniorLine: 0808 800 6565
www.helptheaged.org.uk
Age Concern
The UK’s largest charity working for the concerns of the elderly – comprehensive information, support and advice.
Freephone: 0800 00 99 66
www.ageconcern.org.uk
Commission for Social Care Inspection Inspects and reports on care services and councils. CSCI is independent but set up by Government to improve social care and stamp out bad practice and offer free independent reports on available care services.
Helpline: 0845 015 0120
www.csci.org.uk
Action on Elder Abuse
Works to protect and prevent the abuse of vulnerable older adults.
Helpline: 0808 808 8141
www.elderabuse.org.uk
Care Choices
For information about available care options and identifying relevant care providers.
Care Select Helpline: 0800 389 2077
www.carechoices.co.uk
Council and Care
A national charity getting the best care and support for older people, their families and carers
Helpline: 0845 300 7585
www.counselandcare.org.uk
