Residential Care - Where does residential care come from? : Cumbria County Council

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What is residential care?
Who is residential care for?
Where does residential care come from?
What should I do if I want to move into a residential home?
How do I choose a residential home?
How do I apply for residential care through Cumbria County Council?
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Residential Care - Where does residential care come from?

In Cumbria, there are residential homes run by:

the independent sector - including private businesses and voluntary organisations; and
Cumbria Care, who are part of Cumbria County Council.

All residential homes are registered and inspected by the Care Quality Commission. Lists of registered residential homes are available from the Care Quality Commission or Customer Services at your local Cumbria County Council Adult Social Care office.

Care Quality Commission website (external link)
Customer Services at local Cumbria County Council Adult Social Care offices

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