Your individual requirements may mean that you need a nursing, respite, residential or specialist dementia or Alzheimer’s care home. Your GP and/or local Social Services department will be able to assess your needs and help you understand the level of care you require. Choosing the right level of care for now and in the future is vital so that it enables you to pick a home that can cater for your needs if your care level changes over time.

This section deals with what types of residential homes are available, the varying different types of care that they provide and also looks at some alternatives to residential care.