Depending on the kinds of difficulties someone’s having with their finances, the help you could provide might involve anything from helping them with bills and paperwork and assisting with their day-to-day money, through to taking on a lasting power of attorney.

There is a completely separate assessment for the giver of the care called the carer assessment...

Choosing a home care provider is a critical task. The following questions may help you select...

Most people have a positive experience of the care they receive but problems sometimes occur and you may want to make a complaint. Whether the care is provided at home or in a care home, or you’ve bought a care product such as a mobility aid, it’s important to know your rights.

There could be a multitude of reasons why someone wants you to step in and help...

My parents are getting on a bit now. I know they are, because I’ve hit middle...

NHS continuing care is care that is arranged and funded by the NHS free of charge outside of...

Continuing  Healthcare can be defined as care provided over an extended period of time, to a...

Moving from your home into care accommodation can be a stressful time, with lots of upheaval...

Home is where you want to be, whatever your age and whatever it takes to maintain...

Care funding Once the person has been assessed, the local authority can charge for the services...

More and more frequently care homes and agencies are being held under a microscope by the...