Housing options information guide
Does where you live meet your needs? If not, our information guide can help you think about options to help you live...
Care homes information guide
Making the decision to move into a care home, whether for yourself or for a loved one, can feel daunting. Our guide can help you make an informed choice that's right for you and those around you.
This guide outlines the process of finding, choosing and paying for a care home. It covers:
- the different types of care homes available
- paying for care home places
- choosing the right care home
- advice for family and carers involved in the decision
This guide can help you make an informed decision that takes into account your personal situation. It also lists useful organisations that offer more information about care homes and further support in making the decision to move.
Care homes checklist
Our Care homes checklist includes things to look out for and questions to ask when choosing a care home.
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