Other services for older people

This section focuses on older people and retirement. Below you will find useful links to local advice and help on issues that older people face.

• Babergh and Mid Suffolk Independent Living Service
  Provides support, advice and financial help to help people live independently in their home.
• Bettercaring
  A care home search engine that can search for homes near you.
• Careguides
  Read reviews of existing care homes.
• Carehome
  A search for care homes, products and services.
• Directgov
  Advice on pensions and retirement planning.
• Disabled Living Foundation
  A national charity providing impartial advice, information and training on equipment for independent living.
• Suffolk County Council's Blue Badge Parking Scheme
  Apply for a Blue Badge and how to check the eligibility criteria and how to renew or replace your badge.
• Quality Care Commission
  Independent regulator of health and social care in England.