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Closed Cap costs! People should not be forced to sell their homes to pay for care.

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Last year as many as 50000 pensioners were forced to sell their home to pay for care. In a survey, two thirds of people said they believed social care care payments should be shared between them and the Government. But nine in 10 want a solid cap on contributions from individuals.

We believe that there should be an overall maximum an individual should ever face paying and that the Government should introduce a cap on care costs. The average cost of a care home place is £600 a week. If anyone needing support has capital, including the value of any property, or income above £23250, it is likely they will be liable for care fees. People should not be forced to sell their home to pay for care. It is time to cap care costs!

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