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When it comes to paying for elderly care, understanding how it all works can be something of a minefield. To help you better understand the financial side of elderly care - whether this is in a care home or through a care alternative - our fees and funding articles explore numerous key topics that break everything down clearly and concisely.
Whether you or your loved one need to know how much care homes cost, what benefits you can claim in a care home, how to get help from your local authority or the NHS with care fees, how financial assessments work or what other benefits are available, you can learn everything you need to know here!
Here's how to apply for Carer's Allowance. This benefit is for people who spend at least 35 hours a week caring for somebody who receives certain benefits.
We've explained if your son or daughter can continue living in your house if you go into care, if you're unsure what getting care means for people in your home.
In October 2025, new rules for care payments are due to be introduced by the government, affecting whether you'll pay for care and how much you'll pay.
You could be eligible for Carer's Allowance if you spend at least 35 hours a week looking after somebody. Here, we’ve explained Carer’s Allowance eligibility.
There are three different disability premiums - standard, enhanced and severe. We’ve explained how the Severe Disability Premium works and if you're eligible.
We’ve explained how to apply for the Carers Element of Universal Credit. If eligible, you could receive an extra £42.89 a week (or £185.86 a month).
We’ve explained NHS prescription charges for over 60s and the other health support you could get, along with who else is eligible and how to check eligibility.
The Warm Home Discount is a one-off £150 payment to help older adults and people on a low income with their energy costs during the winter months.
We've explained the PIP mobility walking test, including how this assessment works. This test determines which PIP rate you'll qualify for if eligible.
Here, we’ve explained how much Pension Credit is a week in 2024. This benefit helps people who have reached the State Pension age and are on a low income.
If you get PIP, you may also be eligible for 11 additional PIP freebies worth thousands of pounds! These bonuses help with healthcare, bills, travel and more.
The benefit cap limits the maximum amount of benefits you can receive. We’ve explained how the benefit cap works and which benefits are and aren’t counted.
Carer’s Allowance rates increased in April 2023. Here are the new Carer’s Allowance rates for 2023/2024, along with whether you're eligible and how to claim.
Here are the DLA rates for 2023/2024, along with how much they’ve increased since 2022, how your other benefits will be affected and whether you’re eligible.
Universal Credit is a benefit for people who are either on a low income, out of work or unable to work. Here are the Universal Credit rates for 2023/2024.
Here are the Attendance Allowance rates for 2023/2024. You may be eligible if you’re above the State Pension age and have a disability that affects daily life.
Depending on your savings, you may be eligible for support with paying care home fees. Here, we've explained what you need to know about care home funding.
Means-tested benefits give financial support to people with a lower income and less savings. Here, we’ve explained what benefits are means-tested.
DWP PIP rates rose by 10.1% in April 2023, to help people cope with living costs. We’ve explained how much these rates have increased and if you’re eligible.
If you claim certain DWP means-tested benefits and you experience seven consecutive days of cold weather, you could be eligible for a £25 Cold Weather Payment.
The £900 Cost of Living Payment aims to help people who receive certain means-tested benefits cope with rising bills. Find out if you’re eligible here.
The Winter Fuel Payment helps people pay for heating during the winter months. Here, we’ve looked at whether all pensioners get an annual Winter Fuel Payment.
People in the UK could be eligible to claim almost £750 per month through Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Here are the 21 medical conditions that qualify.
Housing Benefit is aimed at people who need help paying rent, often due to being on a low income. We’ve explained if you're eligible and how much you'll get.
Some people are eligible for a Council Tax Reduction. Here, we’ve explained whether pensioners pay Council Tax, along with who else is eligible for support.
Arthritis and learning difficulties are two of the most common reasons to claim Disability Living Allowance. We’ve looked at which illnesses qualify for DLA.
There’s a range of benefits available to pensioners. We’ve gone over each of these benefits here, including whether you’re eligible and how to claim.
When changing jobs or moving house, pension details are often lost. The Pension Tracing Service will locate your old pensions, and there are also other methods.
The best savings accounts for over 60s offer high interest rates and are very reliable. We’ve taken a look at the best savings accounts currently available.
Disability Living Allowance is a benefit for people with a disability who need financial support. Though this is being replaced, many people still claim it.
We’ve listed the medical conditions that qualify for Attendance Allowance, along with whether you meet the other eligibility criteria and how to apply.
Pension Credit is a benefit you can begin receiving once you pass the State Pension age. It’s aimed at older adults who require financial support.
Here, we’ve covered the most common Attendance Allowance pitfalls, along with mistakes to avoid when applying so your application doesn't get rejected.
Carer's Allowance Supplement is an additional payment for carers who live in Scotland and receive Carer's Allowance on a particular date.
If you’re married and entitled to the UK State Pension, you may be wondering how much you and your spouse can receive for 2023/24. We’ve covered this info here.
Carer’s Allowance is the main benefit that carers can receive. We’ve explained everything you need to know about Carer’s Allowance, including how to claim it.
The purpose of a 12 week property disregard is to provide enough time to decide how your property will help you fund any care costs in the future.
As a carer, there are several state benefits that you may be entitled to. Read on to learn what each of these benefits is, how they work and how much they pay.
When researching and choosing a care home, you should be clued up on the exact costs and fees. For more information, read our handy guide on care home costs.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit that helps people with extra costs caused by living with a long-term health condition or disability.
If you or your loved one quickly require a regular income to pay for care fees then an immediate needs annuity for care costs could be the right option.
A financial assessment decides whether your local authority should help with care fees. This article explains how to get a financial assessment for care fees.
This article tackles deferred payment agreements - an arrangement with your local council where they'll pay for your care and you'll repay later on.
NHS continuing healthcare covers the full cost of an individual’s care and residential accommodation as a result of a disability, accident or illness.
There are ways to avoid paying for care. Check out this article to learn about deprivation of assets and whether this is a good idea.
Many people consider solutions like selling their family home or putting this home in a trust to avoid care home fees - but is this allowed? Learn more here.
If your parents are entering a care home, you may be wondering whether next of kin are responsible for care home fees. We've answered this here.
Find out how a jointly owned property can affect your care home fees and whether you'll need to sell this property to pay for your fees.
What is NHS-funded nursing care and who is eligible for it? Learn more about this type of care and what it involves here.
Care home fees can be pricey - 91% of UK care seekers think that care homes are expensive. We've explained what these fees cover and how to pay less.
There are several benefits and allowances you can claim in a residential or nursing home to help you out with care costs.