Deferred payments

Part of: Paying for residential and nursing care

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If you are eligible for the Deferred Payment Scheme, you may be able to delay selling your home while living in permanent care.

The scheme is designed to help people who are responsible for the full cost of residential care but cannot cover weekly charges because most of their capital is tied up in their property.

By entering into a Deferred Payment Agreement with the Council, you can unlock the equity in your home without having to sell it immediately.

You can find out more in our deferred payments factsheet.

Questions about the scheme

For further information about the deferred payment scheme, contact the financial assessment caseworkers by emailing fa.caseworkers@trafford.gov.uk.