Light touch assessment

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If you need care and support that the council charges for, you may not need the usual detailed financial assessment of your income, savings and assets if you can provide evidence that you can afford to pay for the care and support you need. You can request this type of light touch assessment if you wish.

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Assessment of care and support needs

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