Public Funding Options
There are a number of different public funding options available, which you may qualify for:
- Direct Payments from Social Services
- Independent Living
- Continuing Care (Health Funding)
- State Benefits
We summarise each of these funding options below, but for more information and to find out whether you are eligible, read our Guide to Paying For Care at Home
We will help you to choose and organise the best funding option for you. Please contact us on 0800 048 1722 or email us at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Direct Payments from Social Services
If your local council has agreed to provide funding for a residential home, you can use that money for a live-in care service of your choice instead. The funding allowance depends on your income and savings.
If you currently do not receive funding from your local Social Services department but wish to check if you are eligible, then a financial assessment can be arranged.
Independent Living Funds – Government Funded
Independent Living Funds provide financial support for disabled people between the age of 16 and 65, enabling them to stay in their own home instead of residential care. This funding disregards any earnings, include those of a partner, so you can continue to earn without losing any funding.
Continuing Care (Health Funding)
Individuals who need a high degree of ongoing health care may qualify for Continuing Care. This funding will cover the full cost of care, as if the care was being provided in an NHS Hospital.
State Benefits for part funding
Attendance Allowance may be available to those aged 65 and over who need help with personal care due to a mental and/or physical disability, when their disability is severe enough for them to need help caring for themselves. It is tax free and is not usually affected by individual savings or income. The amount that the claimant receives will depend on how much their disability affects them.
Disability Allowance is similar to Attendance Allowance but for anyone under 65 who have a physical or mental disability who need help with walking or personal care.
