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Working with Adults

We want people in Calderdale to have the freedom of choice, independence, dignity and confidence

Calderdale Council provides care and support services for adults in Calderdale, and works very closely with the NHS. Together, we’ve already integrated the services we deliver, both for people with mental health problems and learning disabilities. This shows our commitment to work together locally to make sure that we meet the needs of Calderdale’s people as fully as possible.

We ensure that individuals and their families get the personal care, support, advice and information they need, so that:

Older people
People with physical disabilities and sensory impairments
People with learning disabilities
People with mental health problems

can take as much control as they want over their lives. We want to help them enjoy the best possible health and quality of life, and the opportunity to live as independently as possible, thanks to a supportive network of relationships.

There are six principles that direct all of our work on behalf of the people of Calderdale:

1. We involve the public in planning and delivering services which meet their needs
2. We work in partnership with other organisations
3. We promote equality, choice, control, dignity and respect
4. We use our resources well, to achieve the best for everyone
5. We involve, listen to and learn from our staff
6. We use the best information to keep improving people’s lives.

For information on working specifically with children, please go to our Working with Children page

For more information on careers in social care, please visit the Skills for Care Career Pathways website by clicking HERE 

Skills for Care have developed a guidance leaflet for those considering a career in social care which can be downloaded by clicking HERE