You can't be forced to sell your home to pay for care. A house is only taken into consideration during a financial assessment if the person receiving support is living in a care home, in which case they may have to sell their home to cover some of the fees.
Now that all the tests are done and you have a diagnosis, you may be wondering what to do now. Alzheimer's Society can help you access the right support and plan for the future after being newly diagnosed with dementia.
When it comes to making a Will, assessing someone's mental capacity is incredibly important. Involving a doctor in this assessment can help everyone have a shared understanding of capacity and of the wishes set out in the Will.
When it comes to making a Will, assessing someone's mental capacity is incredibly important. Involving a doctor in this assessment can help everyone have a shared understanding of capacity and of the wishes set out in the Will.
This form is for use by professionals to refer people to Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Services. On receipt the person referred will be contacted to discuss their needs and how we can help them.
Dementia Support Line