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Do you get free elderly care in Scotland? Your Complete 2025 Guide

In Scotland, all adults who are assessed by their local authority as needing personal care are entitled to receive it free of charge. But do you get free elderly care in Scotland entirely? The answer is nuanced, as many associated costs are not covered.

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Is elderly care free in Scotland? What you need to know about funding

Since 2019, all adults in Scotland assessed as needing it are entitled to free personal and nursing care, regardless of age, income, or savings. However, many costs, especially for accommodation in care homes, are not free, leading to confusion about what is truly covered when asking "Is elderly care free in Scotland?".

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