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Planning and costs

Care costs: assisted living vs home care

Care costs: assisted living vs home care

05 Sep 2023.
As the population of the UK increases, the demand for quality care options is only expected to rise. Understanding the costs involved in care is an important part of the care planning process that can ensure you have the information you need to plan the appropriate support for your loved ones. This guide explores the costs of assisted living and home care services in the UK, comparing the two options to help individuals make informed decisions about long-term care. Home care Home care, also known as visiting care or live-in care depending on the service, is a personalised and flexible care option that allows people to receive tailored support and assistance in the comfort of their own homes. Care at ...
Benefits and Entitlements for the Elderly

Benefits and Entitlements for the Elderly

24 May 2023.
Understanding what benefits and entitlements we are entitled to as we get older can be a confusing and daunting task. With so many different options available, it can be difficult to know where to start and what you may be eligible for. It’s important to know that there are many benefits and entitlements available for the elderly in the UK that are easy to apply for and can provide much-needed financial support. At The Good Care Group, we understand how important it is to ensure that our clients receive the best possible care, and that includes helping them access any benefits they are entitled to. We believe that our clients should have access to every resource available to them to ...
What is a care needs assessment?

What is a care needs assessment?

23 May 2023.
Needing extra care and support to maintain independence and quality of life can happen at any stage in life. If you find that you need extra support to live a full and independent life at home, there are care funding options available that can help cover the costs of your care. One way to access support is through a care needs assessment. Your local authority will assess your individual care needs and recommend services that can help you manage day-to-day. Depending upon your care needs and financial circumstances, you may be deemed eligible either for full or partial social care funding. Here we’ll explore what you can expect from a care needs assessment and how to apply for one. It’s ...
Arranging care after a hospital stay

Arranging care after a hospital stay

26 Jan 2021.
Arranging a loved ones hospital discharge can be a daunting task and requires you to work with a number of health and care professionals, to ensure they receive the ongoing support they require for recovery. Also, now more than ever with the current COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals are under great strain to discharge patients who can continue their recovery at home and make beds available for those needing care.   However, after the sobering effect COVID-19 has had within the care home industry, many doctors are cautious about discharging their patients into this setting. Also, with the current lockdown restrictions and new virus strain, some care homes are making the decision to close their doors to new hospital discharge clients. So ...
Understanding the benefits and limitations of different care options

Understanding the benefits and limitations of different care options

14 Jan 2021.
There are many different options when planning care and the industry can be a minefield when deciding which care would be best for you or a loved one. Here we outline the benefits and limitations between the three main options; live-in care, residential care (care homes) and visiting care. Live-in Care Increasingly becoming a well-known care option, live-in care has many benefits. Professional live-in carers provide one to one care, that is individually tailored to your specific care and social needs. You receive highly personalised care from the comfort of your own home. Live-in carers can also support more complex needs such as dementia, Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis. It has also been well documented by The Good Care Group, that ...
14 Packing Tips For Carers Coming To The UK

14 Packing Tips For Carers Coming To The UK

17 Dec 2020.
1. Make a list Worried you may forget something essential? Create a list of everything you will need and check items off as you pack. This will ensure all essential items are in your bag and ready to go. 2. Avoid Stains There is nothing worse then pulling on the clothes you packed and finding a stain on your favourite top. You can avoid this problem by making sure all light coloured clothes are packed inside out and all liquids are in sealed plastic bags. 3. Roll and vacuum pack Don’t arrive at your placement or for training and be faced with a pile of ironing. To save space and stop creasing, roll your clothes instead of folding them. Place ...
1 million families sell their homes to fund residential care

1 million families sell their homes to fund residential care

16 Mar 2020.
According to the insurance company NFU Mutual, which polled individual families asking them about their experiences of paying for the residential care of elderly family members, over 1 million families have to sell their homes in order to pay for care. These findings were announced less than 2 weeks after a separate study revealed that another 2 million people – a quarter of retired homeowners – are already expecting to sell their homes to pay for future care. According to the insurance company NFU Mutual, which polled individual families asking them about their experiences of paying for the residential care of elderly family members, over 1 million families have to sell their homes in order to pay for care. These ...
Report: Self-funded elderly care needs better support

Report: Self-funded elderly care needs better support

09 Mar 2020.
A new report by the Local Government Information Unit (LGiU) on social care has highlighted a need for councils to provide better support for self-funded elderly care. A new report by the Local Government Information Unit (LGiU) on social care has highlighted a need for councils to provide better support for self-funded elderly care. Although the report focuses on those in care homes, the many of the findings have broader relevance for all those who fund their own elderly care, including those who opt for live-in care. The report highlights two main shortcomings – firstly, local government does not adequately signpost the various benefits and funding options for elderly care. Secondly, certain councils do not provide temporary care to self-funders, nor is enough information ...
Reduced help with care costs hits those with moderate needs

Reduced help with care costs hits those with moderate needs

09 Mar 2020.
The Care and Support Alliance (CSA), which represents 75 organisations and charities, has published a report about the new cap on elderly care costs, claiming that those with ‘moderate’ needs will not receive financial assistance from the state. This could include people needing help with everyday tasks such as washing and dressing. The Care and Support Alliance (CSA), which represents 75 organisations and charities, has published a report about the new cap on elderly care costs, claiming that those with ‘moderate’ needs will not receive financial assistance from the state. This could include people needing help with everyday tasks such as washing and dressing. The government has pledged to cap care costs for everyone at £72,000 from 2016, but the ...

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