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There are several helpful independent guides available to assist you in understanding the current guidelines for your country, what resources might be accessible to you, and who can offer support.
Below are some of our recommended sources of information to guide you in the right direction for the advice you need:
Age UK
Age UK provides comprehensive advice on fees and funding for care homes. They help individuals understand the costs associated with residential care homes and guide families through the complex care system, including eligibility for financial support from local councils or the NHS. They also offer useful information on care needs assessments, financial assessments, and personal budgets, which can be found here.
Which?
Which? provides clear and practical advice on fees and funding for care homes. They help individuals understand the costs involved and explore various funding options, including local authority support and NHS funding. Which? also provides a comprehensive insight on the average cost of a care home per region, which you can find here.
Citizens Advice
If you’d like to speak to someone about the financial support that may be available to you, your local Citizens Advice service may be able to help.
Support and guidance in your area
To find out more information on the funding available in your region, you can visit your local government or NHS website as seen below:
Please note: we do not offer financial advice, but provide guidance and information from specialist services and governing bodies.
For further support, please contact our friendly Careline team on 0333 999 8699.
Alternatively, use our helpful search tool to find the care home you would like to contact.