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Care home costs in the UK
Care home fees and costs in the UK can vary across geographical areas and from home to home. Whether you are preparing to move into a care home, or simply beginning to research the costs of care homes in the UK, we can help. Choose from a selection of easy-to-understand guides that explain typical care home costs and funding in your area.
Discharge from hospital: understanding the NHS hospital discharge policy
Discharge from hospital can be a much anticipated moment, but some people may feel anxious as hospital discharge approaches. What if I struggle with shopping, meals or medication? The right type of care package can alleviate your concerns about hospital discharge. Learn more about the NHS hospital discharge policy.
What is a care needs assessment? Learn how to book a care needs assessment — and why you should
Have you been advised to book a care needs assessment? A care needs assessment marks the first step you should take on the road to securing the right type of care package. Sometimes referred to as a health care needs assessment, this review will also take into account your personal and social care needs. Learn more.
7 signs that can help you identify if an elderly person needs assisted living
Do you feel responsible for the wellbeing of an older person? If you start to see signs that an elderly person may need assisted living, or if you’re worried about dementia being a factor, it might be a good time to book a care needs assessment with your relative’s GP or search for a care package. Learn more.
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?
Arranging power of attorney can make decisions about finances, property and health much more straightforward in the future. Your chosen advocate should only ever make a choice for you if you are unable to make that decision when it needs to be taken. This guide can help if you are considering the best way to start the legal process ensuring power of attorney, and what to be aware of along the way.
How to compare care homes and evaluate domiciliary care providers
Care home and care at home ratings are important, of course, as is the feedback of friends and family who may have employed similar care services within your preferred area. But you can’t overestimate the value of listening to the voice of the care seeker. Nor should you assume their preferences. Learn more.
Paying for a care home if you don’t qualify for local authority funding
Are you preparing to pay for a care home, or supporting a loved one in this process? Even if you don’t qualify for local authority care home funding, there are other ways to pay your care home fees. From arranging care home insurance, to accessing NHS continuing care, find peace of mind in understanding your options.
Your guide to Power of Attorney
It’s natural to feel overwhelmed when addressing the topic of Power of Attorney, even in precautionary circumstances. Sadly, people are often prompted to do so amidst an already pressured time usually involving a loved one’s deteriorating health. It’s far from the...
Simple ways to include elderly loved ones this Christmas
Amidst the final days of the festive run up remember to allocate time to your elderly loved ones. Here are simple ways to include elderly loved ones this Christmas to ensure they feel very much in the heart of things. Most of the following suggestions take but a few...
Ways to support your elderly loved ones this winter
The Christmas period tends to be a busy time for people but it’s important not to forget your elderly loved ones in the rush. Here are three simple checklists of ways you can help care for family members who are perhaps fragile or lonely during this festive month....