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Care homes

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Choosing a care home and working out how to pay for it can be complex. If you're considering a move to a care home, make sure you have as much information as possible about what to look for, where to look and how to make the move as easy as possible.

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When you might want to consider a care home

When a care home might be the best option, and the pros and cons to consider

Choosing the right care home

What to look for when choosing your new home

Our care home checklist

What to look for and questions to ask when visiting a care home

How to settle into a care home

Ways to make the transition to a care home smoother

What happens if a care home closes

Who is responsible and what you can do

If a care home asks you to move out

Why this might happen and what you can do

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