Different areas seem to have different ideas. In our area you have to get a named social worker to set things up. Then they disappear after about 6 weeks then you have to get another allocated if you nag. Even if you do not have a lot of money you still have to pay for home care, reduced rate you have to ask for a financial assessment. Also if not already in place ask for attendance allowance. Our first financial assessment took nothing into account. Even classed mums paid for funeral as savings... Which is annoying it's not an insurance plan where you could get money bac it is a pre paid funeral. . It's a stressful situation dealing with all these different people. If you have a stretched council. Good luck so pleased your mum has got a sharp mind. Even though it is upsetting for her she will be able to understand when explained in kind ways. Also be able to tell others how she feels
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