Recovering Care Home Fees: a growing problem for our aging population
Ben Marsden and Ellen Boote, 2nd April, 2024
Our team of specialists has seen a significant increase throughout the UK in cases of care home fees being paid unnecessarily, leaving families battling to recover their loved ones’ hard-earned money.
Entering a care home can be a challenging decision for both individuals and their families, yet it is becoming increasingly common. One significant concern is the cost of care, which can run into tens or hundreds of thousands of pounds. However, many families do not know that they might qualify for funding that can cover or help with care home fees, even in the case of continuing care.
The eligibility criteria for care home fee funding can be complex and may involve factors such as health needs, diagnosis of conditions, mental health detentions, income and assets. Whether you are seeking a claim for care home funding or wish to appeal a refusal of such funding, our friendly team and its partners are able to provide all the help you need.
When people pay for care home fees when they could have been funded, we’re able to examine the records, find out the truth and claim back those care home fees (along with legal costs and interest). We understand that it can seem more difficult for families to succeed in this battle when the person cared for has died, but their death does not prevent a claim. Depending on the situation we can often work on a “No Win, No Fee” removing all risk to the families who will benefit.
Thinking about bringing a claim to recover care fees paid?
It is essential to act quickly if you or your loved ones have paid for care home fees when funding might have been available. Depending on the legal issues, dates and circumstances involved, there can be tight deadlines for making a claim.
The thought of claiming to recover care home fees might seem complex and daunting and such claims are often hard-fought by the authorities. However, our team of experienced specialists are here to simplify matters, guiding you through the process with ease. Seeking advice and assistance from a specialist team like ours can significantly increase the likelihood of a successful claim, putting hard-earned family money back where it belongs.
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Contact the author, Ben Marsden or a member of our Wills and Estate Disputes team today on 01482 324252 or via email, bem@gosschalks.co.uk.
