How is my contribution calculated?
The Council follows the Care Act 2014 and statutory guidance to calculate your contribution.
The assessment is completed as outlined below:
Weekly income
All income you receive.
Tariff income
If savings are between £14,250 and £23,250, we add £1 for every £250 of savings.
Minimum Income Guarantee
Money you must keep for daily living.
Housing costs
Rent, mortgage, council tax, water.
Disability related expenses
Costs related to your disability or medical condition.
Net Disposable Income (NDI)
Money you have left over.
You pay 100% of your NDI, but never more than the actual cost of your care. If your NDI is below £5 per week, you will not be charged.
Key financial thresholds
Over £23,250
You pay the full cost of your care.
£14,250 – £23,250
Tariff income is added (£1 for every £250 of savings) to your financial assessment.
Below £14,250
Savings are not included in your assessment, you may receive maximum support.
If your financial circumstances change, your contribution may change. We will review your assessment with you.