Paying for care Most people will have to pay something towards the cost of their care. Before we talk about paying for care, it is important that we have a discussion with you to identify and establish any care and support needs that you have (see page 14 for more information). This is so that we can help and
advise you on a solution that supports you to remain independent and save you from paying for more care than you might need. This section will give you some information so that you can feel more confident when you are thinking about the care options that are right for you or the person you care for.
Paying for non-residential care and support In some cases, if you are eligible for our support, we will provide you with a short period of intense care and support in your own home. This is the START service which is discussed in more detail on page 18. During this period, we might also provide you with specialist equipment, for example, a Lifeline service. How do we work out how much you will need to pay? To work out how much you will need to contribute to the cost of your non-residential care, we will carry out a financial assessment which entails a specialist benefits and assessments officer visiting you at your home, or another agreed location. Sometimes we may be able to complete the financial assessment by post or telephone
(in the future we hope to offer an online service as well). You can arrange for someone to be with you when the assessment is completed if you want to. The officer will ask you to give details of your financial circumstances, including details of your income, outgoings and capital. Examples of these are given below. Income This could be your: • State retirement pension. • Private pensions. • Disability benefits and some other benefits.
Amarna House Enhancing life, excelling in care Residential, Dementia, Nursing and Respite Care Enjoy an active life rich in experiences in our luxury care home in the heart of the charming city of York. • Restaurant quality dining, nutritionally balanced and with the best fresh local produce • Pop up beauty salon with beauty treatments on pamper days • Spacious and beautifully decorated rooms all with en-suite shower rooms • Café area with tea and freshly brewed coffee for to all visitors • Large landscaped gardens with lawns, pathways, flowerbeds and mature trees • Stimulating Well-being programme including events, a gardening club, cookery and art courses • Our own minibus with regular trips and outings to the theatre, to the coast and to places of interest
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Call the Amarna House Home Manager on 01904 798509 Rosetta Way | York | North Yorkshire | YO26 5RN | www.averyhealthcare.co.uk
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