Local Services in Devon
AGE UK
Tackling the issues of loneliness and isolation to improve wellbeing. We know that growing older doesn’t come with a manual. That’s why we provide free information and advice to help you on topics as diverse as claiming benefits to care homes.
Contact number: 0800 678 1602.
Lines open: 8am-7pm, 365 days a year
Care Direct
They can provide advice and support working with adults in Devon for whom activities of daily living (because of illness, older age, or a disability) can be difficult. They can also support people who have sensory difficulties, such as hearing or sight loss. The aim is to help people to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible. They are able to support getting a personal pendant alarm.
Contact Number: 0345 155 1007
Visit the Care Direct Devon website
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service
They can carry out Fire Home Safety Check to those most at risk of fire. Advice on fire safety, making an escape plan, fire safety equipment and what to do in the event of a fire. They also provide fire safety advice for people with sight, vision or hearing difficulties. Advice for disabled people and carers.
Contact number: 01392 872200
Website: https://www.dsfire.gov.uk/
To complete your own fire safety check, you can use the online form available here. If necessary, it will also refer you for a full in-person home safety visit.
Independent Living Centre
A Devon NHS and Devon County Council-funded Equipment and technology centre based in Newton Abbot, offering free, impartial equipment and technology advice, information and assessments. Contact for advice and information or to book an appointment to visit the centre where one of their specialist NHS therapists can assess your needs and demonstrate equipment and technology for daily living and mobility.
Phone: 01392 380181
Email: ilc-exeter@devon.gov.uk
Website: https://www.independentlivingcentre.org.uk
Independent Living Centre website
Local Mobility Shops
For contact details of an equipment shop with mobility or adaptive aids closer to you, use the following link.
Torbay and South Devon NHS Public Website
Healthy ageing and frailty information for a range of support to help you stay healthy and independent throughout life.
Visit Torbay and South Devon website
Plymouth Online Directory
A community-based directory with a focus on health, social and wellbeing services in Plymouth.
Contact Number: 01752 668000
Website: https://www.plymouthonlinedirectory.com/