At Understanding Care Needs, our mission is to provide thorough assessments to identify the support individuals and families truly need. We’re dedicated to ensuring that people avoid unnecessary, expensive care packages or costly residential and nursing home placements, offering people the right level of support when it’s truly needed.
Our team of social workers is made up of compassionate, dedicated professionals, each one fully registered with Social Work England. For your peace of mind, you can easily verify our credentials on the Social Work England register at www.socialworkengland.org.uk. A dedicated social worker will personally handle your consultation, care needs assessment, or review of care and support services, ensuring you receive expert, individualized attention every step of the way.
As we age, we often become more dependent on others to help with daily tasks. For many, this responsibility falls on family and friends, which can be incredibly stressful, especially when these people feel obligated to step in.
When more support is needed, individuals with less than £23,250 in savings can turn to Adult Social Care for assistance in navigating care agencies and nursing homes. However, those with more than £23,250 in capital are classified as "Self Funders" and must handle the process on their own. Unfortunately, this often leads to poor advice, exploitation, and even financial hardship—sometimes only realized once someone’s life savings have been drained.
At Understanding Care Needs, we act as independent advisors for Self Funders, bridging the gap between them and care agencies or nursing homes. Our unbiased role allows us to provide impartial, expert advice during Care Needs Assessments and Service Reviews, ensuring you or your loved one receives trustworthy, professional recommendations for the care services which are truly need.