Adult support and protection

Adult social care

Adult social work and social care focus on supporting individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives. Our services are designed to meet people’s needs and help achieve personal outcomes across a range of areas:

  • social work
  • care homes
  • care at home
  • day care
  • adults with incapacity
  • self-directed support

We offer help, support and advice to older people through the Highland Health and Social Care Partnership.

How to get in contact

We have Single Points of Access (SPOA) across Highland. These are integrated teams within community health services, including adult social care, and they are here to answer your questions and guide you to the right support.

Find contact details and further information by visiting NHS Highland.

Page last modified: 21 November 2025

Emergency social work

Contact the emergency social work team on evenings, weekends and public holidays if there is an urgent issue

Telephone: 0808 175 3646