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PROMOTION
WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO
SELF-FUND YOUR CARE?
In West Sussex care home fees could cost up to £1500 a week
(the cost will vary, depending on the provider and your
needs). Deciding on the best way to fund this could turn out
to be one of the most important financial decisions people
will have to make – either for themselves or on behalf of
relatives. Getting independent and expert advice and support
could make all the difference.
Get independent financial advice
Both Which? and the Money Advice Service recommend that
people seek independent financial advice from a member of the
Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA) before deciding on how to
pay for long-term care. Currently, not enough people are aware of
this and are simply funding care fees with savings or the proceeds
of a house sale.
If you’re considering care options in West Sussex for yourself
or a relative, the Carewise care funding scheme can provide
you with information and advice to guide you through the
decision-making process. The scheme was introduced by West
Sussex County Council in partnership with the Society of Later
Life Advisers (SOLLA), Age UK West Sussex, and West Sussex
Partners in Care.
For your peace of mind, all the Carewise care fees specialists are:
• Accredited members of the Society of Later Life Advisers
(SOLLA);
• Approved under the Trading Standards ‘Buy with
confidence’ or equivalent scheme approved by the local
authority;
• Checked by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS); and
• Trained in safeguarding adults.
"I found carewise helpful in getting
referred to a care fees specialist
who was able to advise me on the
options of funding my godmother’s
care fees. This enabled me to
make an informed decision on the
most suitable option. My decision
to purchase an annuity provided
peace of mind, knowing that her
care fees could be paid for the rest
of her life." - Mrs G, East Grinstead
all your options and made an informed choice about the best way
to pay for the care, for as long as it is needed.
Book your free consultation
Your first consultation with a care fees specialist is free of charge
and there is no pressure to go ahead with the advice unless you
choose to. So there’s nothing to lose to find out more about the
expert support available from Carewise.
Visit www.carewiseadvice.com to find out more about the care
fees specialists and to arrange your free consultation.
Alternatively, if you would like us to make a referral on your
behalf, please phone Adults’ CarePoint on 01243 642121 or email
socialcare@westsussex.gov.uk
Each adviser can provide advice on products from across the
whole market, giving you peace of mind that you have explored
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