Paying for Care

At B&M Care, we understand that navigating care home fees and funding options can be overwhelming, so this page is here to make things easier for you. We strive to make the process of paying for care as straightforward as possible. We're here to support you and your family every step of the way. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

On this page we have included everything you need to know about paying for care at B&M Care Homes. We also provide additional resources from trusted affiliates such as Eldercare Solutions and Symponia to provide impartial advice on what financial assistance is available to help you fund your care.

Funding Options at a B&M Care Home

At B&M Care we believe in offering true value for your money - our all-inclusive fees include bespoke care plans designed to suit your loved one’s individual needs. No hidden charges here!

We offer different funding options to make care accessible to a wide range of individuals, welcoming both self-funded residents and those funded by local authorities that include a 3rd party top-up fee to meet our weekly charges.

Every B&M care home provides pricing on a weekly basis, whether you're looking for respite, or long-term care (dementia and residential).

If a top-up fee is required, the local authority will collect the top-up directly from a separate 3rd party. If you are in the process of selling your house, it's important to have the necessary finances in place to cover the care fees during the sale.

Alternatively, you may consider a deferred payment scheme through Social Services. For more information about this option, please reach out to your local Social Services.

To ensure clarity, we provide a written contract along with a statement of our terms and conditions. These documents cover important aspects, including:

• The fee and what it covers
• Any additional chargeable services, if applicable
• The deposit amount required
• The notice period required before leaving
• Any charges that may apply after the resident's passing

Before admission into one of our homes, we do require confirmation that the fees can be met. We also ask for evidence of private payment capability for a minimum of 3-4 years.

Trial Period: We believe it's essential for you to have peace of mind when choosing our services. That's why we offer a trial period of 28 days. During this time, either party can terminate the contract by providing written notice after the initial 7 days. We will only end the contract during the trial period if we are unable to meet your specific needs.

Requirements For Admission

Before admission, we kindly ask you to provide the following information:

• Confirmation of the individual authorised to pay the fees
• Completion of the B&M Care Financial Questionnaire
• Contract signed by the authorised fee payer
• Copy of the 'Registration of Lasting Power of Attorney for Property and Financial Affairs (LPA) if applicable
• if an LPA is not in place at the time of the admission, we will require a written commitment from the Next of Kin (NOK) stating their willingness to cover the fees until the LPA is registered. Please note that registering an LPA can take up to 20 weeks. For more information, visit www.gov.uk/power-of-attorney
• Self-funding residents should provide evidence of sufficient capital assets to cover their fees.

Payment of Fees

Upon admission, a deposit of four weeks' fees in advance will be required. Subsequent fees should be paid one month in advance of the first day of each month. We accept payment via direct debit, and card payments can be made by the cardholder or a person holding LPA on the account. Card payments can be made through our Head Office, and there is no additional charge for this service.

Changes in Fees

To account for inflation and other predictable cost increases, we review our fees annually in April. The only other fee increases that may occur will be if you choose to move to a more expensive room, or if your care needs change.

Funding Status Changes

If during your stay your funding status changes and you are unable to meet the fee levels for your room, we may ask you to move to a less expensive room if one is available. We will not terminate your residency unless we can no longer meet your care needs.

When Funds Become Depleted

When a person’s funds are reaching the threshold of £23,250 it is the next of kin’s responsibility to notify the home manager. If you have any concerns about funding, you could take specialist financial advices as there may be options that you are unaware of.

We do recommend that you seek the advice of an independent financial advisor who can talk through all of your options when considering how to pay for care.