article_snippet: And more than 100,000 are not given enough help with routine tasks such as washing, dressing, going to the toilet or collecting they are unable to walk, drive or use public transport prescriptions.
article_snippet: The lack of support from the NHS and local councils is leaving patients distressed, lonely and humiliated, says the report by Macmillan.
article_snippet: a leading charity says the problem is partly the fault of doctors and nurses failing to tell patients how to access extra help from the NHS, councils or voluntary organisations.
article_snippet: One in seven said the lack of support in attending an appointment, collecting a prescription or other basic care had led to a prescription or other basic care needing to go to hospital as a prescription or other basic care condition suddenly deteriorated.
article_snippet: There is a growing recognition that social care is often vital for people living with long-term conditions.
article_snippet: But with this comes a greater need to provide patients with practical and emotional support outside of the hospital setting –
article_snippet: which is why we’re putting an unprecedented focus on better integrating health and social care services across the country.
highlights_snippet: Over 100,000 not given enough help with routine tasks such as washing .
  
highlights_snippet: Lack of support from NHS and local councils is leaving patients distressed .
  
highlights_snippet: Macmillan says the problem is partly the fault of doctors and nurses .