Looking ahead
It’s best to have a discussion with your loved ones, but options to consider include:
Remaining in your home, being cared by a loved one
Remaining in your home with carers coming in to help you
Moving in with family or other trusted care givers
Moving to a residential care setting
How to make a care plan
When you create a care plan you’ll need to provide the name of someone who will be your key carer, so have a think about who that should be.
Some people start with one care option and try a few before they find a plan that works best for them, but it’s best to make your wishes known sooner rather than later, which is why a care plan helps.
To get you started, download our Care Plan Toolkit here
Help with funding your care
When you decide you need extra help with daily living a care needs assessment can be done. This lays out what help you need and what will be provided to you. You can find out more about this at your local council’s Adult Social Services department.
You might get NHS funding to pay for some of your care. Check out Dementia UK’s advice on this.
Care planning – next steps
When you start care planning you might find you have more questions, including queries about how to pay for it. Here’s where to find further help:
Age UK – 0800 678 1602
Independent Age – 0800 319 6789
Dementia UK – 0800 888 6678
HousingCare.org – for looking up local services, including care homes and home services
The Family Rights Group – 0808 801 0366