from RNIB&#8217;s Helpline on 0845 766 9999, or from Directory Enquiries, or you will find them in the phone book.</p>

<p>If you feel hesitant about contacting social services yourself, someone else can do this on your behalf. This might be a friend or relative, your doctor, home care worker, or someone from a disability organisation.</p>

<h3><a name="P26_2307"></a>What can I ask for?</h3>

<p>Ask social services for a community care needs assessment, with input from a worker for blind and partially