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Working together to form Carewise The Carewise scheme was set up by West Sussex County Council in partnership with Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, the Society of Later Life Advisers, and West Sussex Partners in Care in 2011. Together the four organisations bring valuable knowledge and expe...

Even if you are not at the stage of needing care, it’s still worth considering what type of care would suit you, your financial situation in later life, and planning ahead to work out how you might fund any future care needs. You will have more time to think about how you would like to manage your...

Paying your own long-term care fees If you have investments and savings (including the value of your property) of more than £23,250 and you are not eligible for NHS funding , you may have to pay for residential or nursing home care yourself – this is known as ‘self-funding’ your care home fees. T...

When people begin to think about a move into a residential or nursing care home, one of their main concerns can be about how to pay the care home fees. Likewise, for people arranging care at home. There is often uncertainty about whether there is any help towards the care fees from the local auth...

Choosing from different care and support options and deciding how to pay for it can be confusing. Whether it’s a move into a residential care home or employing carers to help you around your home, Carewise can provide you with trusted information and advice. We’ve put together answers to some com...

Most people receive their free consultations over the telephone. You can discuss what is best for you with the adviser. During the consultation, the adviser will ask you about: your current situation what you would like to achieve your assets, income and outgoings Lasting Power of Attorney. It wo...

We strongly recommend seeking specialist independent financial advice before deciding on how to pay care fees. As a West Sussex resident, you could be looking at care home costs of up to £1500 per week (more in some cases), depending on your individual needs and the care home. Seeking specialist ...

Carewise is a care funding scheme providing people in West Sussex with information and advice on paying for long-term care fees - whether that's in their own home or in a residential or nursing home. Working in partnership with the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA), Age UK West Sussex, Brigh...

The Carewise care fees advisers offer a service to carry out an affordability check for potential residents of all residential and nursing care home providers. This benefits the care home and the resident by giving both parties an indication of the length of time the care fees can be paid for. Wh...

Why I recommend Carewise - one care home owner’s story When residents and their relatives visit us in our care home for the first time, they are given a welcome pack, which includes information about Carewise and our local independent financial adviser. I impress upon everyone who is responsible ...