It is a common misconception that private
care homes are only available to wealthy individuals.
Those with relatively modest means, with specialist financial and legal advice,
can enjoy private care. In actual fact people whose care needs are entirely funded
by the government are often able to live in a private home if they wish.
In the UK the majority of care homes, both nursing and residential,
are in the private sector and are supplemented by homes owned
and operated by Local Authority Social Services Departments
and charities etc.
Advice from The Care Solutions help line is available free to all on 0800 298
1600. Whether you are just entering the care system or already in care, it is
difficult to obtain all the facts, figures and information needed to make the
right choice about how to pay for care most effectively. Tailormade Care Solutions
helps many thousands of people take advantage of our service every year, so why
shouldn’t you.
The Department of Health recognizes that the options offered by Social Services
and Local Authority is limited, and therefore in its guidance notes says, "You
are advised to seek independent advice before you finalise your arrangements".
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