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NHS-funded nursing care - Social care and support guide
Find out about NHS funding for care by a registered nurse for people who live in a nursing home.
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NHS continuing healthcare - Social care and support guide
Find out about NHS funding for social care for people with long-term complex health needs.
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Benefits if you're under State Pension age - Social care and support guide
Find out what benefits you're entitled to if you're under State Pension age and have a disability or illness.
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Benefits if you're over State Pension age - Social care and support guide
Find out what benefits you're entitled to if you're over State Pension age and have a disability or illness.
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Mental Capacity Act - Social care and support guide
Find out what the Mental Capacity Act is and what it means for you.
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Giving someone power of attorney - Social care and support guide
Read about putting in place a power of attorney, which can give you peace of mind that someone you trust is in charge of your affairs.
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Someone to speak up for you (advocate) - Social care and support guide
Find someone who can sit with you in assessments, speak up for you and help you fill in forms.
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Social care telephone helplines and forums - Social care and support guide
Speak to someone about social care and support.
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Getting a care needs assessment - Social care and support guide
How to get assessed by your local council to see what type of care you need.
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Financial assessment (means test) for social care - Social care and support guide
A financial assessment (also known as a means test) is an assessment to decide if your council will pay towards your care and support.