Social care and health

Be active

Exercise isn't just for fitness fanatics or sporty types. Learn about some of the ways you can get active in the borough and the benefits you can get from regular activity.

How and why to get active
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Fair cost of care

In December 2021, central government published the White Paper ‘People at the Heart of Care’, which sets out a 10-year vision for care and support in England. This introduced the principle of a ‘fair cost of care’.

Find out more about the fair cost of care
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Group A strep - what you need to know

Find out about Group A strep, how it's spread, the symptoms, how to get help and more.

Find out about Group A strep
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Warm Spaces

Warm Spaces in the borough of Rochdale are places where local people can gather for free in a warm, safe, welcoming place and enjoy a free drink, activities and access to other services.

Find Warm Spaces
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Helping hand: get help with the cost of living

The cost of living crisis is putting more pressure on household budgets. Find out what you can claim, how to apply and where to go for advice.

View cost of living help
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Power cuts

If you have particular needs, for example medical equipment and young children, you can sign up for the Electricity North West free extra care register for them to help you keep safe and comfortable until the power is back on.

Register for extra care or report a power cut in your area
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Get vaccinated

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    COVID-19 vaccinations

    All COVID-19 vaccinations are now available through local GPs and local pharmacies. Find out who can receive a vaccine and how to book one.

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    Flu vaccinations

    Find out who's eligible for a flu jab, how to book one, and more.

Health services

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    Health and family services

    Our Rochdale lists health, social care, childcare and family services in the borough of Rochdale.

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    Adult social care

    Information on care homes, safeguarding adults at risk, services for disabled people and more.

Children and families

Help and support

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    Help with domestic violence and abuse

    We offer advice, information and services for victims and perpetrators of domestic abuse.

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    Council Tax discounts

    Discounts are available for certain disabled people, carers and people permanently living in a hospital or care home.

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    Grants

    Grants are available to help you pay for adaptions to your home or attend education or training.

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    Social prescribing - get support and help in your community

    Social prescribing is a way for you to get help and support from organisations in your area.

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    Stop smoking

    Every cigarette you smoke causes real harm. Second-hand smoke can also be dangerous to your family and friends. So why not consider giving up smoking?

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    Drug and alcohol help

    There's lots of help available in the borough for drug and alcohol users. There's also support for their families, loved ones and friends.

Decision making

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    Policies, strategies and reviews

    We use policy and strategy documents to guide our decisions. We also use them to develop and run our services fairly and consistently.

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    Councillors and committees

    Councillors are responsible for agreeing provision of services and how the council's money is spent.