Clear guidance on funded care in your own home

Local authority funding for care at home can be difficult to navigate, particularly when you are already facing emotional decisions about support for yourself or a loved one. Eligibility rules can feel complex and unclear. At AshwellCare, we help you understand whether your local council may contribute towards the cost of home care and what support may be available. Alongside arranging professional care services, we guide you through the funding process with clear, honest advice.

Home care eligibility is assessed based on care needs and daily living requirements. A care needs assessment determines the level of support the local authority considers essential. This may include help with morning routines or basic daily tasks. At AshwellCare, we offer flexible home care packages that go beyond council funded care, allowing families to add additional visits or companionship where it matters most. Local authority funding may contribute towards part of the care, while additional support can be arranged privately.

A financial assessment looks at income and savings to determine whether you must contribute towards the cost of care at home. Importantly, your home is not included in this assessment when applying for care in your own home, unlike residential care funding. Joint savings are usually assessed as half of their total value. We help you understand how these assessments work and explain what financial support you may be entitled to, helping you plan with confidence and avoid unnecessary stress.

Receiving local authority funding does not mean the council chooses your care provider. With direct payments, you remain in control of who delivers your care at home. At AshwellCare, we carefully match you with a care companion who fits your needs and personality, ensuring comfort, trust and consistency. When you are ready to start, we support you from your first enquiry through to ongoing care, combining expert funding guidance with compassionate, unhurried home care.