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.
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.
What are 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.
What are Social Care Needs?
Social care needs involve the 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.
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 base don 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 mental health needs, the intensity of the support they require, the unpredictability of these needs, and the risks involved if adequate care isn't provided.
Making Your Case
Understanding that the existence of social care needs without the primary health needs doesn't meet the criteria for CHC funding is essential.
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, the healthcare professionals will evaluate an individual's needs against a set of criteria.
It's important to highlight the complexity of health needs to demonstrate the requirement for ongoing healthcare intervention.
Emphasising these needs increases the chances of qualifying for CHC funding.
How Can We Help?
Given just how complex the CHC assessment process is, seeking professional assistance can be invaluable. At Apex Experts, we provide guidance and support in understanding the criteria, gathering evidence, and navigating the assessment and appeals process - we're here to help you every step of the way.
Not sure where to begin? Get in touch with us today and see how we can support you.
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