Choosing the best care for you or a loved one can be daunting, so our Lead Occupational Therapist has put together this handy checklist to help you.
Residential care checklist
Choosing the right home
- research homes; your local authority will be able to advise you on homes in your area.
- Look at the Care Quality Commission website
- Visit potential homes
How much will residential care cost?
- More people are having to pay for their care, so it’s important to know the costs.
How will your care be funded?
- Your Local Authority Adults Health and Care department will be able to provide advice and complete a financial assessment.
Where can you get advice?
- Contact your Local Authority, Adults Health and Care Department
- Financial advisor
Home care checklist
Choosing the right care at home
- research local Care Agencies, your local authority will be able to provide advice
- would you prefer a male or female carer
- Is it important to have the same carer
- Look at the Care Quality Commission website
- Think about the costs; are you eligible for financial support.
Assisted living checklist
- Do you have personal care needs (if not sheltered accommodation could be considered)
- Location of complex – is it close to family/friends
- How will you fund the accommodation and care
