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Living well - Live Well Oxfordshire

Live Well Oxfordshire is a user friendly online resource that brings together over 2,300 activities and services in the local community. You will find helpful information and advice on a range of subjects. All aimed at giving you greater choice and control over the support and services you or

Oxfordshire County Council 15 Jan 2026

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Living well - Assessing your needs

Understanding what support you need and what's available can help you live well at home. There are different options to assess the support you require, from assessing equipment and adaptions to identifying any help you need for daily or personal tasks. A visit from an Occupational Therapist An

Oxfordshire County Council 15 Jan 2026

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Living well - support to live at home

It is about having the independence to shape your daily routines while being part of a community you know and love. Living at home is not simply about staying put. It is about staying in a home we feel comfortable in with familiar surroundings and memories. When we have been

Oxfordshire County Council 15 Jan 2026

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Living well - housing options

It is important to explore all your options and make a decision that is right for you or your loved one. A good place to start is to think about your current home and how well it suits you, both now and for the future. Having a conversation with family

Oxfordshire County Council 15 Jan 2026

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Living well - paying for care

Unlike the NHS, social care is not free, it is means tested. You may need to pay some, or all of the cost of the care services you need. Most people are likely to have to contribute towards the cost of their care. As a guide, you would be expected

Oxfordshire County Council 15 Jan 2026

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Living well - Planning ahead

Think about what you would like to happen should you or a loved one need care and support. It is important to think ahead and plan. Most people start thinking about their living arrangements as they age and need additional support. Often, care and support will need to be arranged

Oxfordshire County Council 15 Jan 2026

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Living well - what it means to care for someone

While we might not see ourselves as carers, we often fulfil that role as sons, daughters, partners, friends, or neighbours. If you regularly assist someone who relies on you, whether this is weekly shopping or providing support for their day-to-day needs, you are an unpaid carer. You are not alone.

Oxfordshire County Council 15 Jan 2026

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