Category: NHS Continuing Healthcare
BBC Reports on the Ongoing Battle for NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding
In recent reports to the BBC, over 100 families responsible for the care of severely disabled adults and children outside […]
How to Request an NHS Continuing Healthcare Assessment
I am a solicitor and partner at Ridley & Hall Solicitors. For the last 13 years, I have helped individuals […]
Understanding the “Well-Managed Needs” Principle in NHS Continuing Healthcare Assessments
If you’ve gone through an NHS Continuing Healthcare assessment, you’ve likely come across the concept of the “well-managed needs” principle. […]
Can I claim back care home fees which have already been paid? Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to reclaim care home fees which have already been paid? Yes, if you or your loved one […]
What is a Multi-disciplinary Team (“MDT”) in the context of NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding?
In the context of NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding (“CHC Funding”) the MDT refers to the group of professionals who are […]
10 reasons why you need a solicitor for a Continuing Healthcare application
NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding (“CHC Funding”) is the name given to a package of care which is arranged and funded […]
James Urquhart-Burton awarded ‘gold standard’ accreditation
James Urquhart-Burton of Ridley & Hall Solicitors has been recognised with national accreditation for his expertise in legal support for older and […]
What is the “Coughlan” case and what does it have to do with NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding?
The “Coughlan” case was a ground-breaking application for a Judicial Review in the arena of NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding. Just […]
New National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
The Department of Health and Social Care has published a brand new National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS […]
Overview of the new proposed cap on care costs: who can benefit
The Government’s recent Health and Care Bill is rightly receiving a lot of media attention at the moment, given the […]