Care homes in the UK offer a range of services to support individuals with varying needs. These homes provide residential, nursing, and specialist care for conditions such as dementia. Understanding the costs and what they cover is crucial when selecting the right care home.
The average cost of a care home in the UK is approximately £800 per week, but prices can vary significantly depending on the type of care and location.
This section provides details on various types of care homes and their associated prices. It includes residential care homes, nursing care homes, and specialist care homes.
Care home fees can be paid either through self-funding or local authority funding. Eligibility for local authority funding is typically based on a means test, which assesses your income and savings.
What’s usually included in care home fees:
Additional costs might include: