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Simple terms explainer
Councils are responsible for recovering expenditure for residential accommodation. This means that if a local authority pays for someone’s care home or residential support, it can ask the person receiving care—or their estate if they have passed away—to contribute toward the costs, depending on their financial situation. The process is done fairly and in line with rules on charging, to make sure public funds are used responsibly while still supporting those who need care.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Adult social care
Finance
Duty type
Public facing
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
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Bodies with shared interest
Standards and frameworks
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