Relative Matters: the essential guide to finding your way around the care system for older people - Softcover

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FULLY REVISED AND UPDATED 2014 More people than ever are having to fund their own care without professional help to navigate what has become a very complex care system. This book sets out all your options in an easy to digest format so that you will feel confident about planning for your loved one's care and avoid the mistakes and massive disruption that comes from supporting an elderly relative without a professional to support you.

When you read this book you will be able to:

1. Better navigate the complex British care system for older people
2. Choose a homecare agency or care home with confidence
3. Be aware of the essential care standards you can expect from a registered care service
4. Understand the accommodation, care and support options available for older people
5. Find out whether your elderly loved one may be entitled to NHS or social care funding
6. Look out for signs of abuse and know what to do if you suspect abuse of a vulnerable person
7. And much more...

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