Finding a care home

Most people only look for a care home once in their lives and the options available can be difficult to understand for someone navigating the sector for the first time. This section clearly lays out the different types of care homes that are available for older people and the steps people typically go through to choose the right care home.

Difficult conversations about care

People often leave conversations about care until it’s too late. This section provides helpful tips for how to handle those difficult conversations, to help families have those conversations earlier. The sooner your care needs are discussed, the better your chances are of finding a great care home.

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How to choose a care home

Most people only look for a care home once in their lives and the options available can be difficult to understand for someone navigating the sector for the first time. This section clearly lays out the different types of care homes that are available for older people and the steps that people typically go through to choose the right care home.

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Types of care by condition

A key area to consider when choosing a care home are your health needs. Not all care homes cater for all care needs. This section gives an overview of the different types of care homes and the services that they typically offer. It will help you narrow down the types of care homes to consider, given your own needs.

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Types of care home by community

A key area to consider when choosing a care home is the environment of the care home. Care homes often cater for the needs and interests of different community groups. If you have a specific cultural affiliation that is important to your search for a care home, then this section offers guidance for how to approach your search.