How do I get emergency care in place quickly?

To get emergency care in place quickly, contact local care agencies and your council's adult social care out-of-hours team at the same time — do not wait for one response before trying the other. Hospitals can also arrange support if discharge is involved. If the person is at home and at risk, contact the council's adult social care team and ask for an urgent assessment. Most councils have an emergency or out-of-hours number for exactly this situation.