Are you eligible for cold weather or winter fuel payments?
We have lots of information and advice to help you through the
winter months, view our winter service
page.
Assessments have been introduced for Blue Badge applicants. The
increased £10 charge for issuing badges will only apply
to those whose applications are successful.
Changing the way that charges for adult social services are
calculated means more money will be available to spend on providing
care and support.
There are a huge range of careers available in the social
care sector across Kent.
If you are interested in working in social care, you can
search for current
vacancies in Kent.
Southern Cross Care Homes, Britain's biggest care provider,
faces financial problems and difficulties. Read a statement
from KCC.
If you have a disability or mobility problems and want to park
closer to shops and amenities, then you could be eligible for a
Blue Badge.
Find out how to apply for a disabled
parking badge.
April was the warmest month on record, so it is even more
important than ever that you keep yourself
cool this summer.
We can all look out for signs that someone may need help in
times of hot weather. We provide advice on avoiding
dehydration and the more extreme effects of the sun such
heatstroke, which can be fatal.
The Energy Saving Trust is making it easier for people to keep
warm and save money.
Their scheme promotes energy-saving measures, such as
cavity wall and loft insulation. These can be professionally
installed in a few hours at heavily discounted rates or even free
if you are on certain benefits.