Do I have to pay if I move into a care home?

You may be expected to contribute towards the cost of your care from your income and capital. Contact your local social work office to find out more.

Care homes offer 24 hour care, support and accommodation to frail older people and those with dementia. This includes help with:

• getting in and out of bed
• going to the toilet
• washing
• dressing
• eating
• laundry
• shopping
• taking medicines
• keeping in contact with family and friends
• maintaining involvement in social and leisure activities

Some provide 24 hours on-site nursing care.

Care homes were previously known as nursing homes or residential homes.

If you would like more information about moving into a care home, please contact your local social work office or speak to health staff in your local GP practice. You can do this by telephone or in person. You can also email us at: social.work@aberdeenshire.gov.uk

We can help you to:

• decide whether or not to move to a care home
• find a suitable care home for you, and
• understand your eligibility for financial support and free personal and nursing care

If you need help to arrange and / or pay for a care home, please contact your local social work office or speak to health staff in your local GP practice and ask for an assessment of your needs.