CARE FUNDING IN WALES

The funding rules relating to care in Wales differ from those in England.

The key differences can be summarised as follows:

Local authorities operate an upper support threshold at which funding support becomes available at £22,000 and a lower threshold at £19,000. Where a person has less than the upper threshold, their income is topped up to the relevant contract rate. The tariff income rules of £1 for every £250 between these thresholds applies.

For those in nursing care, you should contact the local Health Board for assessment and payment details.

The twelve week property disregard rules apply and the personal allowance is £21.38 per week. However, Attendance Allowance ceases after 28 days except for those who are or will be self funding.

Further information is available from the local Health Board in Wales or The Welsh Assembly at social_care@wales.gsi.gov.uk

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