 sighted people. During a community care needs assessment, your local social services should assess your needs as a whole, before deciding what services they might arrange for you. </p>

<h3><a name="P29_2614"></a>How long will it take to get an assessment?</h3>

<p>Your needs should be assessed within a reasonable time after your request.  Your council should tell you the maximum time you would have to wait for an assessment. You could also ask for a copy of the local social services charter.</p>

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