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 Skelton Court, our weekly private fees are from £1,166. 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. What is included in my weekly fee? At Skelton Court, 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 Wi-Fi 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,
confectionary, toiletries etc. • Clothing, shoes and slippers • Dry cleaning
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