Ageing

Q1 At present, elderly people with assets (that is savings and capital, including the value of their home) worth less than 16311,500 receive free personal care. Elderly people with assets worth between 16311,500 and 16318,500 pay for some of the costs their personal care, and those with assets worth more than 16318,500 pay for all of it themselves.
Thinking about the personal care needs of elderly people in nursing and residential homes, which, if any, of the options on this card comes closest to your personal opinion?

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Pre-Budget Statement Poll - Final Weighted Results

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Links to the Scottish Executive's Fair Care for Older People report

New research from the People's Panel reveals the diverse experiences of public services among older people.