PEOPLE in Somerset can now have greater control of their care and wellbeing thanks to a new website which will help access care and support.

Developed by the county council and the NHS, Somerset Choices (somersetchoices.org.uk) aims to help people help themselves stay independent, healthy and well.

People can have more choice when it comes to who provides there care and support.

The new website guides people through self-help forms, provides easy access to information and a directory of local services, products, groups and events in their local area.

It includes care homes, help at home, mobility equipment, exercise groups and much more.

Cllr William Wallace, cabinet member for Adults Services at Somerset County Council, said: “We hope Somerset Choices will transform the way people access care and support services.

"It will give people more choice and allow them to make informed decision about who supplies their care.”

The site is now live in a test version – which means people can access the site.

However lots of work is still taking place to improve the content and respond to feedback.

More local care and support providers are also being encouraged to upload their details.

If you have any initial feedback on the website, email help@somersetchoices.org.uk There will be promotional activity to raise awarness of the new website at Wiveliscombe Town Centre on July 11, Taunton Town Centre on August 1 and Minehead Town Centre on September 5.

Anyone who attends the event can talk to a member of the team about Somerset Choices and what it will offer and try the site out.