People may need care assistants for many reasons to help them to continue to live independently, in their own home. The drivers for this can be very varied; they could be seeking physical aid, health care, mental support and / or help with social tasks. 

Your need for a personal care assistant is personal to you and your circumstances. If you would like to read more in this topic, please visit https://ukcil.com/blog/.

Your care needs may be assessed by your local authority who will conduct a carer's needs assessment and a financial assessment. These assessments will determine your entitlement as well as what care and support you need.

Find out what a personal care assistant is by clicking here: https://helpdesk.ukcil.com/help/en-gb/3-employer-faq/15-what-is-a-personal-care-assistant.

You can read about the different kinds of home care help that may be available to you: https://blog.ukcil.com/what-different-types-of-home-care-help-is-generally-available/