NHS Continuing Healthcare

If you or a loved one is denied funding for NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) despite being eligible, Cartwright King’s specialist Court of Protection Team will do everything possible to prove that you qualify and secure the funding that you need. 

Our determined team will work with you to ensure your voice is heard and taken seriously.  For supportive, practical advice, get in touch with our dedicated Court of Protection Team today.

How Cartwright King Can Help You with CHC Issues

Cartwright King’s Court of Protection Team is meticulous, with a firm grasp of the rules that govern NHS Continuing Healthcare. You benefit from our experience of successfully resolving CHC issues on a regular basis, ensuring that your argument for funding your ongoing care requirements is lawfully justified. We can help with:

• Assisting families/patients in putting together an application for CHC funding and/or reviewing and advising on proposed applications.
• Guiding families/patient representatives through the process of applying for CHC funding.
• Submitting and managing claims on behalf of patients and their representatives, which will include obtaining records, drafting and submitting a claim, managing correspondence with the CCG and driving the process through to conclusion.
• Reviewing cases that have been refused CHC funding and advising on the merits of making an appeal and on the appeal process.
• Dealing with the appeals process in full including providing representation if needed.
• Advising on the merits of referring a decision to the Health Service Ombudsman.
• Advising on the merits of and acting for patients in judicial review proceedings.
• Reclaiming fees paid for historic care which ought to have been funded by the NHS although there are time limits for reclaiming in these circumstances

Benefit from a Free, Initial Telephone Conversation

Challenging the NHS over funding for continued care can be an uphill battle. That’s why you can benefit from a free, initial telephone call with our Court of Protection team to understand your rights and to discuss how we can best support you with the legal backing you need.

You’re under no pressure to instruct us, this call simply gives you a starting point before you make your next move.

There’s no substitute for speaking to one of our specialist Court of Protection Lawyers to get clear guidance on the best action to take for you or your loved one.

For immediate assistance, contact us today for your free* initial discussion. 

The discussion is completely informal and confidential, and is an opportunity for us to:

• Get to know you 
• Understand your situation
• Agree how you want to proceed

*Please be aware that this is a ‘get to know you’ call and no advice will be given.

Why Choose Cartwright King for CHC Issues?

Dealing with NHS Continuing Healthcare issues requires trusted and experienced legal advice and representation, especially when your wellbeing, ongoing care and standard of living are at stake.

Cartwright King does more than give you legal advice and send you on your way, we offer total support from start to finish, standing alongside you to ensure that the care needs of you or your loved  one are heard and taken seriously.

Our dedicated Court of Protection Team works tirelessly to build your case to give it the best possible chance of success. We know that failing to secure funding for your continued care can affect your health and living standards. 

That’s why instructing us gives you the legal arsenal to ensure that you or your loved one has access to the care and support needed to maintain a good quality of life.

We listen, we understand and we genuinely care about your health and wellbeing. That’s why we offer sound, honest, reliable legal advice to ensure that you are heard and your legal rights are protected.

Instructing Cartwright King gives you the assurance of having access to dedicated Court of Protection Lawyers  focused specifically on CHC issues. 

Getting the right advice from proven specialists is the difference in securing the best outcome for you. When your health and quality of life are at stake, our Court of Protection Team rises to the challenge.

We’re a trusted, resourceful Legal 500 top tier law firm with specialist solicitors that are calm under pressure, giving you advice and support that you can count on.