The Manor House, Barnard Castle
Care home fees Care home fees in England can vary substantially from provider to provider and from location to location. Understanding care home funding and accessing the right type of funding assistance can seem like a daunting task. It is usual for residents in care homes to
What is included in my weekly fee? At The Manor House Barnard Castle, our weekly charge includes: • Cost of personal care • Accommodation • Utilities e.g. heating and light • All resident catering, meals, snacks and drinks • Laundry undertaken on the premises (except articles which need dry cleaning) • Free WiFi with good speed for residents in individual rooms, throughout communal areas and our gardens • Television licence, for your use of digital television in your room for residents aged 75 and over (residents under age 75 will need to pay an annual charge set by TV Licencing to join the shared TV licence). The following extra items and services are not covered by the weekly fees; however, we can arrange for them to be provided (at an additional cost): • Professional hairdressing • Personal copies of newspapers or magazines • Personal purchases such as stationery,
contribute to the cost of their own care. Some people have the resources to pay for their care in full, whilst others will make means-tested contributions. The government sets national limits to determine eligibility for funding assistance. The current threshold for self-funding (paying the full cost of your own care) is £23,250. Individuals with assets, including property and savings of £23,250 or above are currently expected to fully fund their own care. This threshold can be subject to change, so it is always advisable to check the figures when choosing a care home. Paying for your own care Those who are able to pay for their own care can contact care homes directly. Once a preferred care home has been identified, the care provider will conduct a needs-based assessment. How much is a weekly private fee? At The Manor House Barnard Castle, our weekly private fees are from £1,250. Our fees will vary depending on the type of room and care services required. We can provide you more information on fees and how they are charged.
confectionary, toiletries etc. • Clothing, shoes and slippers • Dry cleaning
• Private BT telephone line rental and calls. All rooms have the availability of a telephone line
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