NHS
Continuing Healthcare Funding Support

Many people do not have the required time or energy to devote to the process. Our experienced CHC Experts have the experience to help you through an application for funding to care for loved ones.

Applying for NHS continuing healthcare funding can be a stressful time for patients and families as they attempt to navigate numerous complex processes.

If you would like us to assist you, we will allocate a dedicated nurse to take charge of your case.
Apex Experts can assess your family members needs to help you both make the right decision about the type of care they need.

The Difference between Primary Health Needs and Social Care Needs

Navigating the landscape of Continuing Healthcare (CHC) funding can be complex, especially when distinguishing between primary health needs and social care needs. Understanding this critical differentiation is fundamental in determining an individual's eligibility for CHC funding.

Defining Primary Health Needs

Primary health needs encompass an individual's healthcare requirements. These needs are primarily associated with healthcare interventions, treatments, and overall health conditions that demand a level of care and support only healthcare professionals can provide. It involves complex medical needs, ongoing care, and supervision.

Defining Social Care Needs

Social care needs involve assistance and support needed in daily living activities. These needs are related to tasks like washing, dressing, eating, mobility support, and other aspects that help maintain an individual's quality of life. Social care needs aim to support an individual's ability to function in their day-to-day life.

The Distinction

To qualify for CHC funding, an individual must have a primary health need rather than just social care needs. This is a crucial distinction. The decision on whether an individual is eligible for CHC funding is based on the primary health needs they present.

CHC Funding

The CHC assessment considers various factors to determine the level and complexity of an individual's needs. This includes their physical and mental health needs, the intensity of support required, the unpredictability of those needs, and the risks involved if adequate care isn’t provided.

Seeking Assistance

Given the complexities of the CHC assessment process, seeking professional assistance can be invaluable. As CHC healthcare experts we provide guidance and support in understanding the criteria, gathering evidence, and navigating the assessment and appeals process.

Making Your Case

Understanding that a mere existence of social care needs, without the primary health needs, doesn't meet the criteria for CHC funding is pivotal. Therefore, highlighting and documenting the specifics of an individual's health conditions and care requirements is essential in making a strong case for CHC funding eligibility.

The Assessment

During the assessment, healthcare professionals evaluate an individual's needs against a set of criteria. It's important to highlight the severity and complexity of the health needs to demonstrate the requirement for ongoing healthcare intervention. Emphasising these needs, such as the need for skilled nursing care, specialised treatments, or close medical supervision, increases the chances of qualifying for CHC funding

Distinguishing between primary health needs and social care needs is crucial when pursuing CHC funding. Understanding this difference and emphasising the healthcare needs during the assessment process is key. It's essential to gather comprehensive evidence and seek professional assistance to navigate the CHC funding landscape successfully.

By recognising and emphasising an individual's primary health needs, supported by accurate and thorough documentation, one can increase their chances of receiving the vital funding necessary to cover the costs of their healthcare needs.

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NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding Support