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DH (Department of Health) (2003) Fair access to care services: Guidance on eligibility criteria for adult social care, London: The Stationery Office.

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Downloadables

FACS 2010 - The national eligibility bandings and criteria for adults using or seeking care services(40kb PDF)

FACS 2010 - Levels of risk for carers(41kb PDF)