Tools

Tools for organising the next care decision

These tools help structure questions before you speak to a council, NHS route, care provider or adviser.

They do not decide eligibility, suitability or funding, and they should not replace professional assessment.

Use them to organise notes, prepare calls and make comparisons less chaotic.

Available tools

Care cost calculator for rough monthly planning.
Care options checker for sorting support needs.
Care home visit checklist for provider calls and visits.

Sources checked

These sources support the factual and high-stakes parts of this page.

Getting a care needs assessmentNHS. Checked 2026-06-25. England.
Social care charging for care and support 2026 to 2027GOV.UK. Checked 2026-06-25. England.

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