Paying for care and support

When you plan your care and support for now or the future, it may help to speak to a qualified Independent Financial Adviser.

The cost of a care home depends on the care provider, the type of care you need and how much money you have.

You can still get help to pay for a care home if you own a property.

The cost of care and support depends on the care provider, the type of care you need and how much money you have.

A direct payment can give you more choice and control over the care and support you get.

If you've had an assessment and we can help with your care and support, we'll tell you the amount of money you'll get towards this. We call this your personal budget.

Short term support can help you after you've been ill, or had a stay in hospital. This is sometimes known as reablement and rehabilitation. Find out about the costs, and how to ask for support.

Seniors Housing is for older people who want to live independently, but need some support. In Brighton & Hove this used to be called sheltered housing.

After you've had an assessment, if we can help with your care and support we'll write a support plan.

What happens when your care and support is reviewed, and how to request a review.