Paying for care

How care is paid for, in plain English.

Most families pay for care in one of five ways. Here’s how each works, and what to ask. Helen is always happy to go through it with you.

N° 01 — Five ways

Who pays, and when

This is general guidance for England, not financial advice. For advice on your own situation, speak to an independent financial adviser who specialises in later-life care.

N° 02 — An example

What a year at Bellwood costs

For a resident in a standard room, self-funding, with Attendance Allowance at the higher rate.

£1,280

Weekly fee, standard room

£1,280

Weekly fee, standard room

£66,560

A year of care

−£5,700

Attendance Allowance a year

£60,860

Your share for the year

Questions about money are the hardest to ask.

Ask them anyway. Helen will go through fees and funding with you, with no obligation.

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