Assessing what help or care you need If you find it difficult to manage day to day, you are generally entitled to a free assessment, by your local council Social Services, of what help or care you need. If you have a disability, this is an absolute right. An assessment must be carried out within […]

If you do not qualify for council funding, or if for any reason you choose not to be financially supported by the council, you can arrange and pay for your own care. (Arranging care in your own home) The cost will depend on how much care you need and where you live. If you are […]

Commonly known as Assisted Living or Extra Care housing, these schemes provide a more intensive level of support than traditional sheltered housing. They are intended for older people who need some personal care or other types of help, but who are otherwise able to live safely and independently on their own. There will usually be […]

But deciding which solutions are right when caring for older people is not easy. This may be because of the personality of the person being care for, or what is affordable. This section aims to talk you through the most common care and support options that are available for older people. Remember, if you are […]

This is why we are working with Which? to help promote their Elderly Care Guides. Their guide pages are full of useful information about arranging and paying for care and support, whether at home or in a care home. You can access the pages that are of most interest to you by following the links […]