Expert advice on paying for care |

Long-term care in your own home or in a residential care home is expensive, but with expert advice from independent financial specialists, Carewise can help you to make informed decisions on choosing and paying for the right care. The Carewise care fees specialists are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and members of the Society of Later Life Advisers, so you can have peace of mind when discussing your finances.Contact Carewise to find out how you could benefit. carewiseadvice.com carewise@westsussex.gov.uk

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“Carers Support West Sussex have just been so wonderful in many ways. If you are a carer, please reach out to them because they’ve helped us enormously.”

Amanda Jupp, West Sussex County Council Cabinet Member for Adults’ Services, said: “We’re committed to building connections with more people like Eurfron, who provide vital care for family and friends.

“We want them to take the lead on decisions that help them to enjoy independent and fulfilling lives and help them get all the support they are entitled to.”

There is more information and advice for carers on the West Sussex Connect to Support website – https://www. westsussexconnecttosupport.org/ There is also emotional and practical support available to young carers under the age of 18, provided by the county council’s West Sussex Young Carers Service. Visit www.westsussex. gov.uk and search ‘young carers’ to find out more.

Living well in your community – Your West Sussex Care Guide 2023/24

If you are starting to think about care for the first time for yourself or someone you support, the latest West Sussex Care Guide is a great place to start.

The free guide contains lots of invaluable information and advice about the different options and types of care available, including support in your own home. It also includes advice on improving your health and wellbeing and information to support you to live independently. ‘Living well in your community: Your West Sussex Care Guide 2023/24’ also contains details of organisations which can support you with your care needs, or those of a loved one. You can view the care guide online as an interactive eBook and download an electronic version by visiting www.westsussex.gov.uk and searching ‘care guide’. Alternatively, you can request a printed copy by emailing socialcare@westsussex.gov.uk or calling 01243 642121.