Eligibility criteria for NHS-funded nursing care

Individuals qualify for the NHS-funded nursing care subject to the following: 

• The care home that you are living in is a registered nursing provision
• You are not eligible to receive NHS Continuing Healthcare but have been assessed as needing care from a registered nurse

Will Donnelly from Lottie ‘the people’s care company’ comments about the uplift to the NHS-funded nursing care (FNC):

Increased funding for nursing in care homes will support tens of thousands of care home residents with nursing needs, including those with learning and physical disabilities, with an 11.5% increase in 2022 to 2023 and an estimated £87 million backdated for 2021 to 2022.

The recent news – shared by the Government – will help cover the costs of nursing care and support the staff that provide it, ensuring that this vital service can continue to support the needs of elderly care residents and all those who rely on it.

The standard weekly rate per person, provided for NHS-funded nursing care, has increased by 11.5% from £187.60 to £209.19 for 2022-23 and will be backdated to 1 April.

The news of more funding is welcomed across the elderly care sector. Will Donnelly - Co-Founder of Lottie – says: “the increased funding from the Government for nursing in care homes is a brilliant step forward for supporting the elderly care sector. 

The pandemic placed a huge strain on care workers across the country, with staff working tirelessly and round-the-clock to look after the most vulnerable. Even in the most uncertain times, care home communities provided so much more than everyday support over the last few years. 

From round-the-clock dementia care to support for those with complex medical needs, every resident has unique care requirements. Whilst working in elderly care is hugely rewarding, providing different types of elderly care can be extremely challenging. So, it’s a huge relief to see that the Government are recognising the vital role care home staff play in society. 

It’s more important than ever to recognise the vital role all care workers play in society. This increased funding will allow them to continue providing the highest level of support for care home residents. However, the hard work doesn’t stop here. We must continue to raise awareness of the hard work and push for more recognition for the elderly care sector.”