Care costs and funding for children and young people
Financing home care for a child or young person varies depending on the office involved. For further information and to receive a personalised quote, please get in touch with the team at your local office by
filling out the form below.
In a few circumstances home care for a child or young person can be funded. It’s a good idea to talk to your local council to see if you might be entitled to financial support with care.
Arranging a carer's assessment
Arranged through your local council, a
carer’s assessment is designed to see what might help make your life (caring for your loved one) easier. It’s a chance to discuss your needs with your local council so they can decide how best to support you. If they feel you need support they’ll work with you to put together a care plan, which might include using respite services. Your child or young person should also have a
needs assessment, which is organised through their local council so extra support can be arranged if appropriate.
Financial assessment
If you are found to need support, your local council will carry out a
financial assessment to discover what you can afford to pay. If you are eligible for financial support to pay for home care for a child or young person, your local council can arrange these services for you or you can choose to receive direct payments and arrange care privately.
Direct payments
Caremark can accept
direct payments for home care for a child or young person. Please
contact your local office here for further information about how this works.
Funding from charities and funds
There are a few grants, funds and charities that may be able to help with funding to pay for home care for a child or young person.
Click here to find out more.
No hidden fees
We aim to be upfront with you about our fees and leave nothing hidden so you know what you’re paying for in advance, before you agree to it. Please don’t hesitate to contact your local office by
filling out the form below for further information and an exact quote or to find out more about your options.