A government initiated review conducted by Andrew Dilnot has concluded that social care costs in England should be capped at £35,000.

News that HSBC is closing its long-term care advisory arm to new business highlights the importance of expert and independent care fees advice.

An inquiry by the Equality and Human Rights Commission has found that the human rights of some older people is being overlooked, due to levels of care being so poor.

Up to 31,000 residents in care homes across the UK face an uncertain few months as Southern Cross aims to renegotiate rents in order to improve its finances.

Age UK has published a damning report today looking at the depth of the social care crisis.

A study by Newcastle University is predicting that the care system in the UK could become overwhelmed in the future.

With the first wave of the baby boomer generation turning 65 this year, a new report from the Alzheimer’s Association is drawing attention to the increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease that comes with older age.

Informed Choice chartered financial planner Angela Murfitt looks at the impact of the government freezing the care fees means test upper threshold for two years.

Informed Choice chartered financial planner Angela Murfitt describes the uses of a Personal Injury Trust and the importance of seeking specialist advice.

New research from Dickinson Dees has found that almost half of people expect to have to sell their homes to pay for the cost of long-term care in older age.

New figures from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) show that over two million people who are already over age 50 will reach their 100th birthdays.

The government’s vision for adult social care services is due to be outlined in a White Paper to be published at the end of next year.

Informed Choice has launched a new website this week at www.mycarefeesadviser.co.uk to showcase our expertise in this specialist advice area.

The Daily Mail is reporting today that more than 20,000 pensioners were forced to sell their homes last year to pay for care fees.

The BBC is reporting today that some councils in England fear budget pressures will hit care services which help elderly and vulnerable adults live at home.

The Government is considering a scheme where people who help the elderly or disabled can earn time credits for their own care later in life.

Today is Older People’s Day 2010. This national day, set up by the government and other supporting groups, aims to recognise the impact of people living for longer.

The King’s Fund, a charity that seeks to understand how the health system in England can be improved, has said that a partnership between the State and individuals is the best way to tackle social care reform.