Everyday living

Adaptations are structural changes to your property to make it easier for you and stay independent.

Accidents at home can be dangerous, particularly for older people.

Care agencies can supply home carers to help with household chores, cleaning, and personal care.

Managing the financial or health and welfare affairs of someone if they are unable to do so.

If you're having problems with your finances there are many organisations that can help.

If you can't live independently because of ill health, it may be worth considering a care home.

If you want to keep living in your own home when you get older, there are many services which can help you.

Middlesbrough has a number of purpose-built accessible Changing Places toilets.