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Care Fee and Later-Life Planning in Brentwood

Understand later-life decisions, care funding and the role of lasting powers of attorney. Review the implications of ownership and proposed arrangements without assuming a trust or transfer will protect assets from care assessments.

How we can help

• Understanding how ownership and care assessments interact
• Reviewing family objectives alongside care funding needs
• Discussing the risks of proposed arrangements
• Planning for NHS continuing healthcare
• Advice on local authority assessments
• Long-term care funding options

Our process

1. Review of your current asset position
2. Assessment of care fee exposure
3. Development of protection strategy
4. Implementation of recommended solutions
5. Guidance on local authority processes
6. Ongoing support and review

Frequently asked questions

Can a trust guarantee protection from care fees?

No. Trusts and property transfers do not guarantee that assets will be disregarded in a care assessment. Councils can consider deliberate deprivation of assets. Understand the tax, ownership and assessment implications before proceeding.

Is it too late to protect assets if I need care now?

There may still be options, but planning is most effective when done early. Contact us for an assessment of your situation.

How are care funding contributions assessed?

The assessment depends on circumstances, care needs and the applicable rules. Some assets can be treated differently or disregarded. Ask the responsible authority about the current assessment rather than relying on a single threshold.

Does transferring assets well in advance avoid care assessment risks?

Not necessarily. The reasons for a transfer and the circumstances can matter, not just how long ago it happened. Obtain appropriate advice rather than treating a trust or gift as a guaranteed solution.