CHC Funding
What is CHC Funding?
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding is a package of care funded entirely by the NHS for individuals with complex medical needs arising from a disability, accident, or illness. It is provided to those whose primary need is health-related, as assessed through a thorough evaluation process. CHC funding covers care at home, in a care home, or other suitable settings, ensuring individuals receive the necessary support without the financial burden falling on them or their families.
Challenges in the CHC System
A report by the Continuing Healthcare Alliance has highlighted significant shortcomings in the CHC system in England, revealing that it often fails those most in need of this critical support. Many applicants face an exhausting, complicated, and intimidating process that frequently results in inadequate care packages or outright denial of CHC funding. Alarmingly, only 18% of those initially screened are deemed eligible. In some tragic cases, delays in the process mean that individuals pass away before funding is granted or just days afterward, leaving families to deal with unnecessary stress and loss during an already difficult time.
How We Can Help
At Home Complex Care Management, we understand how challenging the CHC process can be and are here to guide you every step of the way. Our expertise lies in helping you navigate this intricate system, ensuring your needs are accurately assessed in the context of the CHC domains. We collaborate with healthcare professionals to advocate for those eligible to access this vital support. Our mission is to secure the care you need during the most difficult times, so you and your loved ones can focus on what matters most—your well-being.
CHC APPLICATION SUPPORT
01
Initial Consultation
Initial consultation via phone or video call.
02
Gathering Evidence
Gathering comprehensive evidence to demonstrate care needs.
03
Present Evidence
Organizing evidence into a formal, compelling CHC submission.
CHC Application Support
Initial Consultation
Our initial consultation can be via a phone or video call.
FREE
Gathering Evidence
Gathering comprehensive evidence to demonstrate care needs.
£750
Analyze & Compile Evidence
Organizing evidence into a formal, compelling CHC submission.
£750
Gathering Evidence
When preparing an application for Continuing Healthcare (CHC), gathering robust evidence is crucial to demonstrate an individual’s healthcare needs.
Below are evidence-gathering strategies to strengthen a CHC application:
1. Comprehensive Medical Records Collection
- Obtain medical records from GPs, hospitals, and specialists. This includes:
- Test results (e.g., blood tests, scans).
- Clinical diagnoses.
- Prescriptions.
- Referral letters to specialists.
- Hospital discharge summaries.
2. Care Home and Carer Documentation
- Request care plans and daily records from carers, care homes or agencies.
- These show the level of support needed daily.
- Ask carers to document examples of complex or challenging care they provide.
3. Needs Assessment Reports
• Gather formal assessments from professionals:
• Occupational therapists.
• Physiotherapists.
• Speech and language therapists.
• Mental health professionals.
• These reports highlight specific healthcare needs.
4. Diary of Care Needs
• Create a care diary documenting day-to-day activities and interventions:
• Include times of high care demand (e.g., assistance with eating, mobility, or managing medications).
• Record incidences of behavioral challenges, confusion, or emergencies.
5. Input from Family and Friends
• Include firsthand accounts from family members or friends involved in care:
• They can provide insight into the frequency, intensity, and unpredictability of needs.
6. Specialist Evaluations
• Request updated evaluations from specialists:
• Neurologists, cardiologists, or other relevant healthcare providers.
• These evaluations can substantiate claims of complex needs or unpredictability.
7. Evidence of Unpredictability
• Document situations that show the need for monitoring or intervention:
• Examples of fluctuating health conditions.
• Behavioral incidents or sudden medical issues.
8. Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Feedback
• Request input from professionals involved in the care plan.
• Their feedback ensures a well-rounded view of the patient’s needs.
9. Alignment with the Decision Support Tool (DST)
• Review the CHC Decision Support Tool and ensure evidence aligns with key domains:
• Behavior, cognition, mobility, nutrition, breathing, and other care areas.
10. Historical Health and Care Documentation
• Include a history of past interventions or worsening conditions:
• Chronic illnesses.
• Past hospitalizations or emergencies.
11. Photographic and Video Evidence
• In specific cases, video evidence (with consent) of challenges like mobility or feeding difficulties can be impactful.
12. Advocacy Support
• Consider involving an advocate or legal professional:
• They can help identify gaps in evidence and guide in presenting needs comprehensively.
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