Help with everyday tasks

Find help for when it's difficult to look after yourself and manage everyday tasks

If you are finding it difficult to look after yourself and manage everyday tasks, there are teams who can help.

For tips on how to use visuals to manage tasks, you can watch a video on Essex County Council's YouTube channel.

If you are aged 17 and under

For those aged 17 and under, there are different levels of support depending on your needs. Contact Children's Social Care to get the right support.

Find support for children, young people and families on essex.gov.uk

If you are aged 18 and over

Once you reach 18, you can contact Adult Social Care.

Find social care help on essex.gov.uk

There is support available for some people to help them travel to and from social care.

Find out more about getting to and from adult social care.