I’m moving into Southampton

Moving into Southampton with adult social care needs

If you are receiving social care from the local authority you currently live in, you will need to speak to your social worker. They will contact us to arrange your care in Southampton.

EquipMe

If you have a disability and need help managing daily activities at home, the EquipMe tool can recommend home adaptations to help you.

Make life easier in three simple steps with EquipMe, get impartial advice about tools and equipment to make daily living easier:

1. Choose a topic
2. Answer some questions
3. Get advice

Visit EquipMe.

If you live in council housing

View requesting an adaptation for more information.

If you live in a housing association, rented property or your own home

You will need the permission of your landlord or housing association. View our page about disability adaptations in private homes.

Or if your needs are more severe you can make a referral to adult social care.

Other information about moving into Southampton

You can view our page about moving to Southampton to get all the information you’ll need, including Council Tax and bins information.