Financial Planning for Self-Funded Care

Our financial planning services assist you in budgeting and managing care costs effectively. We provide detailed analysis and strategic advice to ensure your resources are used efficiently, giving you peace of mind for the future.

John, a retired teacher was struggling to manage the costs of his self-funded care. Our team conducted a thorough financial assessment, helping him budget effectively and forecast future care expenses. With our strategic planning John was able to maximize his resources, ensuring his care needs were met without financial strain.

Care Coordination Services

We help you find and coordinate with high-quality care providers which are tailored to your needs. Our team ensures you receive the best possible care by connecting you with vetted professionals and managing all the details on your behalf. Emily, a single mother, needed to find high-quality care for her elderly father. We connected her with reputable care providers tailored to her father's needs, negotiating favorable terms. Emily's father received the best possible care, and she felt relieved knowing everything was managed professionally.

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance

Our experts ensure that your care arrangements comply with all relevant regulations. We provide thorough reviews and up-to-date advice to keep your care plan compliant and secure, protecting your interests.

Sarah, the owner of a small care home, was concerned about meeting all regulatory standards and avoiding potential fines or shutdowns. Thrive Consultancy stepped in to provide a comprehensive review of her care plans and operational procedures. We ensured her home complied with the latest regulations from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Local Authority (LA) requirements, such as safeguarding protocols, health and safety standards, and staff training mandates.

Continuous Support and Care Plan Adaptation

We provide ongoing support to adapt your care plans as your needs change. Our team offers regular reviews and expert advice to ensure you always receive the highest standard of care tailored to your evolving requirements. For instance, Jane, a daughter caring for her elderly mother, initially managed her mother's care plan independently. Over time, Jane found it increasingly difficult to keep up with the changing care needs and regulatory requirements, leading to inconsistent care quality and stress.

Jane faced several challenges. She struggled to adapt the care plan as her mother's health needs evolved, resulting in gaps in care. The complexities of compliance meant Jane was unaware of some regulatory updates, leading to potential compliance issues. Additionally, the mounting responsibilities and stress led to Jane feeling overwhelmed and burnt out.

Thrive Consultancy stepped in, updated the care plan, ensured regulatory compliance, and provided essential support and training. As a result, Jane’s mother received improved care, and Jane felt confident and supported.

Challenging Local Authority Care Package Decisions

If you need to challenge your Local Authority regarding the care package you are entitled to, we can help. Our expert team provides the necessary guidance and support to ensure you receive the care and support you deserve. For example, Maria was receiving an insufficient care package that did not meet her complex needs. Thrive Consultancy conducted an independent assessment, submitted a detailed challenge, and advocated on her behalf. As a result, Maria received an enhanced care package, significantly improving her health and quality of life

Maria, an elderly woman with multiple health conditions, was receiving a care package from her Local Authority. However, the package provided was insufficient to meet her complex needs, leading to significant gaps in her care and declining health. Maria's daughter, Lucy, reached out to Thrive Consultancy for help.

Challenges Faced:

Inadequate Care Package: The Local Authority's care package did not provide enough hours or specialized support for Maria’s health conditions.
Declining Health: Due to the insufficient care, Maria’s health was deteriorating rapidly.
Stress and Frustration: Lucy was stressed and frustrated, as she was unable to secure the necessary care for her mother despite repeated requests to the Local Authority.

Steps Taken by Thrive Consultancy:

Comprehensive Needs Assessment: Thrive conducted an independent, comprehensive assessment of Maria’s care needs, documenting the specific areas where the Local Authority's package fell short.
Formal Challenge Submission: Thrive prepared and submitted a detailed challenge to the Local Authority, including the findings from the independent assessment, highlighting the discrepancies, and outlining the necessary level of care required for Maria’s well-being.
Representation and Advocacy: Thrive provided ongoing support and advocacy for Lucy, representing her in meetings with the Local Authority and ensuring that Maria’s needs were clearly communicated and understood.

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