Care Home Guide: Before You Move

Preparing for a move to a care home

This guide discusses the things you may need to think about before you move into a care home. It includes who you should tell about your change of address, paperwork to get in order and what to do with the belongings you are unable to bring.

Everyone’s situation is different, so not everything in the guide will apply to you. It can be used as a reference for the things you might need to consider.

You may also find this guide useful if you are helping a friend or relative to prepare for their move, or if you have Power of Attorney for someone moving into a care home.