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Helping people make major decisions to keep them safe could seem daunting to many, but for safeguarding social workers it's all in a day's work.

"It's had a massive impact since I moved in, I've come on so much, both mentally and physically."

Residents have enjoyed a street party and curry nights together after moving into a development near Brierfield.

"If they had not moved in, they would never have had the life they do now."

Changes have been agreed to make it simpler for people to understand how they can spend their personal social care budget.

Members of Cabinet are to consider initiating a strategic review of the councils in-house adult social care services at a meeting next week.

An alternative way of providing equipment to support people to maintain their independence in their own home has been approved.

The priorities of a group that helps keep vulnerable adults safe from harm have been outlined in a new report.

A group of 20 newly qualified social workers have started working at Lancashire County Council after completing a three-year degree apprenticeship programme.

“It’s safe, everything is perfect."

Six hours into her shift and an operator at a call centre in Leyland has already answered more than 150 calls.

"We go out a lot together and she tells everyone that I’m her best friend. I’ve changed her life."