Arranging long-term care at home can be expensive, so it’s common for families to ask: Will NHS pay for live-in care? The answer depends on the individual’s health needs, financial situation, and eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare. In this blog, we’ll explain how NHS funding works and how Alderberry Care helps families navigate their options.
🌿 General Overview: Will NHS Pay for Live-in Care?
In some cases, yes, the NHS will pay for live-in care, but only under specific circumstances. The key program involved is:
✔️ NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
- This is a fully funded care package for individuals with significant and ongoing health needs.
- If someone qualifies, the NHS covers the full cost of care, whether in a care home or at home.
- The package can include live-in care if assessed as the most appropriate option.
However, not everyone qualifies. A detailed assessment by an NHS team is required to determine if your loved one’s primary need is health-related (not just social or personal care).
❗ Who Typically Qualifies?
- Individuals with complex, severe, or unpredictable medical conditions
- People recovering from strokes, surgeries, or living with late-stage dementia
- Those needing ongoing monitoring and professional intervention
So, when asking, “Will NHS pay for care?”—the answer is: only if health needs are substantial and continuous.
💙 Alderberry Care’s Perspective
At Alderberry Care, we often guide families who wonder, “Will NHS pay for live-in care?” through the process of requesting an NHS Continuing Healthcare assessment.
Here’s how we support:
- We help clients gather the right documents and medical evidence
- We advise on how to prepare for assessments
- We connect you with trusted advocates if your application is rejected
Even if full NHS funding isn’t available, your loved one may still be eligible for:
- NHS-funded nursing care
- Attendance Allowance or other state benefits
- Self-funded live-in care with flexible packages
We understand that funding care can be stressful, and we’re here to help you explore all options.
📞 Want Help Understanding NHS Support?
Still asking, “Will NHS pay for live-in care?” Let us help you find the right answers, and the right care.
📞 Call Alderberry Care: 0333 577 2020
🌐 Visit: www.alderberrycare.co.uk