Specialist Care Services
There may be occasions when an individual’s care need is so specific or acute that specialist care is required.
This may take the form of intensive nursing care, care for particular illnesses/disease or palliative care.
PAYING FOR SPECIALIST CAREIn paying for acute or specialist care, it is vitally important to first of all determine the extent of any state funding entitlement as in some cases this will meet the full cost of care.
In circumstances where there is a requirement for some or all of the cost to be met by the individual, specialist advise should be sought.
In some circumstances, charitable or voluntary services may be available to assist with a specialist care need without charge to the individual. This might typically include MacMillan Nurses and hospice accommodation.
BENEFITS FOR SPECIALIST CAREThe type and level of benefits available for individuals with an acute or specialist care need will be dependent upon the extent of their problem and the type of care they require as well as their own financial circumstances.
The following benefits are care or age specific. Those receiving care at home or in a residential setting should also visit the relevant sections.
Attendance AllowanceThis is a non means tested benefit payable irrespective of capital or income to those needing help with basic tasks. It has two levels, a lower or daytime rate and a night time or higher rate.
Pension CreditThis is the restructured alternative to Income support and offers two basic types of benefit, one which is designed to ensure a minimum guaranteed income and the other which to a degree is designed to assist those who have savings or additional private income.
Continuing Care BenefitTotally funded care for those with an acute care need.
Registered Nursing Care Contribution (RNCC)A non means tested payment specifically for those with a nursing care need. More details are available at WPIC Continuing Care Benefit.
Benefit Details gratefully provided by http://www.careaware.co.uk/
