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Fair deal scheme

Apply for financial support to help pay for the cost of nursing home care

  1. About the scheme
  2. Application process
  3. Care needs assessment
  4. Financial assessment: Your payment towards care
  5. The 3-year cap
  6. Nursing home loan
  7. After you receive funding
  8. Contact a Nursing Homes Support office

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