Make an informed decision

Putting new care provision in place for yourself or a loved one, or swapping care providers is a big decision. Which is why we're committed to providing you with as much information as possible. Have you considered for example the difference between a Residential Care Home and a Retirement Village? Or how live-in care might be the perfect option for you.

Choosing care 
help and advice

Make an informed decision around the type of care that is right for you or your loved one.

Articles on choosing care

What alternatives are there to care homes?

​

The vast majority of people would prefer to stay in their own home given the choice, whilst others need different levels of care that aren’t always suitable to care home environments. Find out the alternatives available.

The Live-In Care Hub, Better At Home Report 2020

​

The Live-in Care Hub’s Better at Home report shares findings from fresh research it has commissioned. It investigates how wellbeing for people receiving live-in care differ from those in residential or nursing homes.

The Live-In Care Hub, No Place Like Home Report 2016

​

The aim of this report is to raise awareness of live-in home care, as well as highlighting concerns facing older people and their families. Providing research-based evidence behind the benefits of staying at home.