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Extra care housing costs

Find out more about how much you have to pay to live in ECH.

The costs of extra care housing are different and are based on your circumstances. Before consideration for ECH you will need:

  • to have had a care assessment within the past six months
  • an in date financial and benefits (FAB) assessment

Your allocated social worker will organise this for you.

Many people are eligible for benefits to help pay for costs such as rent and service charges. You are responsible for paying your own utility bills such as gas and electricity.

A shared hours charge that all residents pay towards the 24/7 support. The charge for 2023/24 is £59.94 per week.

What you contribute towards this will depend on your circumstances. There may be extra costs for some activities. Meals are not included.