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Home care
Find out about care at home, adaptations and technology to help you stay independent in your own home for longer.
Home care near you
Use our directory to find local home care agencies anywhere across the UK.
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Carers & caring
Learn about the benefits, support and rights you have as a carer to help you through this difficult time.
Cost of care and eligibility in England
Use our simple tool to find out how much care might cost and what financial support is available.
Care costs in your area
Financing care
Learn about funding options for home care, home adaptations and care homes, together with Attendance Allowance, gifting assets and Power of Attorney.
Cost of care and eligibility in England
Use our simple tool to find out how much care might cost and what financial support is available.
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Housing options
Consider your options and learn about sheltered housing, retirement villages and care homes.
Care homes and support at home near you
Use our directory to find local care homes, home care agencies and carer support services across the UK.
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End of life
Guidance on the practical and emotional aspects at the end of life, from planning end of life care to arranging a funeral and coping with bereavement.
Which? Wills
From writing your will, to setting up your Power of Attorney, Which? is here to help you make important decisions for your future.
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Talking about care options

Use our guide to help kick-start those difficult conversations about care options - we look at how to approach the subject and tactfully develop the conversation.
Real-life stories
Geoff's story
68 | CAERNARFON
Read Geoff’s story about looking after his mother, first in his home with his wife, and then by arranging for her move to a care home.
Elizabeth's story
63 | BRIGHTON
Elizabeth had open and honest discussions about care options with her parents well before their needs changed – read her story.
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Find out how much care costs
Use our calculator to find out how much you'll pay for care in your area and what financial support is available.

Further reading

Planning respite care

The importance of planning ahead, how to access local authority respite care and choosing respite care.

What is dementia?

We explain how to spot the signs of dementia and the main types, including Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia.

Home care options

If you’re finding it difficult to wash or get dressing, home care can provide the extra support that you need.

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