§ Dr. Goodson-WickesTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what is his estimate of the basic weekly costs of care in a nursing home for(a) the elderly, (b) Alzheimer's disease sufferers and (c) the physically disabled; and what levels of income support are available to people in each of these categories.
§ Mrs. Gillian ShephardI regret that figures are not available in the form requested. The levels of fees charged are a matter between proprietors and residents or their relatives and will depend upon various factors, including the facilities available and the degree of care provided.
The levels of income support available are dependent on the type of care a person receives and are subject to national limits. My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State announced on 25 October at column 841 the limits to be introduced in April.
§ Dr. Goodson-WickesTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what representations he has received calling for extra Government assistance to be available to income support dependent elderly persons, Alzheimer's disease sufferers and the physically disabled in residential homes where charges are in excess of income support levels.
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§ Mrs. Gillian ShephardWe have received a number of representations from a variet of interested organisations and individuals.