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Free Home Care Resources and Guides
Everything you need to know about arranging home care, understanding costs and funding options, caring for loved ones, and accessing specialist support. Browse our comprehensive library of free resources below.
Free Home care Resources
Understanding Home Care
Start here to learn what home care is, how to choose a provider, and what questions to ask. These guides help you understand your options.
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Complete Guide to Home Care in the UK
Everything you need to know about home care in the UK, including types of care, costs, funding options, how to arrange care, and your rights as a care recipient.
15 min read
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How to Choose the Right Home Care Provider
A practical guide to evaluating and selecting a home care provider that is right for you or your loved one, including questions to ask and what to look for.
8 min read
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Questions to Ask a Home Care Agency
A comprehensive checklist of important questions to ask potential home care providers to ensure they meet your needs and match your values.
7 min read
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Home Care vs Care Home: Making the Right Choice
A detailed comparison of home care and residential care homes to help you decide which option is best for your circumstances and preferences.
10 min read
Costs and Funding
Understand the financial side of home care. These guides cover costs, funding options, benefits, and support available to help pay for your care.
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Understanding Home Care Costs in the UK
A breakdown of how much home care costs, what factors affect pricing, and tips for budgeting and getting value for money.
9 min read
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NHS Continuing Healthcare Guide
Complete guide to NHS Continuing Healthcare funding. Learn who is eligible, how to apply, and what it means for you if your care is fully funded by the NHS.
12 min read
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Attendance Allowance Guide
Understand Attendance Allowance, who can claim it, how much it pays, and how to make a successful application to support your care costs.
9 min read
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Direct Payments Guide
Learn how Direct Payments work, why they give you more choice and control over your care, and how to manage them effectively.
8 min read
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Care Funding Eligibility Checker
An interactive guide to help you understand what funding you may be eligible for based on your circumstances, savings, and care needs.
6 min read
Specialist Care Guides
Detailed guides for specific care situations and health conditions. These resources provide targeted advice for particular needs and life stages.
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Dementia Care at Home Guide
Practical strategies and advice for supporting someone with dementia at home. Includes tips on communication, safety, activities, and support for family carers.
14 min read
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Hospital to Home Recovery Guide
Everything you need to know about arranging care after a hospital discharge, including recovery goals, what support is available, and how to transition safely.
11 min read
Family and Practical Guides
Practical guides for families and carers. These resources help you recognise when care is needed, support your own wellbeing, and ensure your home is safe.
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Signs Your Loved One Needs Home Care
Learn to recognise the signs that someone may need home care support, including physical, cognitive, and emotional indicators to watch for.
6 min read
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Family Carer Support and Wellbeing
Comprehensive guide to supporting your own mental and physical health whilst caring for a loved one. Includes respite options and support services.
10 min read
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Home Safety Checklist for Elderly and Vulnerable People
A practical checklist to identify and address fall risks and other hazards in the home to make it safer for an older person or someone with care needs.
7 min read
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Understanding the Care Assessment Process
A step-by-step guide to the care needs assessment. Learn what to expect, how to prepare, and what happens after the assessment.
9 min read
Need Help Understanding Your Care Assessment?
Living Plus Care Services offers free home assessments and can explain your options in detail. We are here to support you through the process and help you access the care you need.
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