Case studies & success stories

Mr X’s Story

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CHC assessment

Mr X was admitted to hospital in December 2017 after suffering a stroke. He was transferred to a step-down facility in early February 2018, where he was then assessed by his Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) within a matter of days afterwards, and found not eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding.

Mr X’s daughter appealed the CCG decision and attended the Local Resolution Meeting, but the CCG still concluded that Mr X was not eligible.

Mr X’s daughter subsequently contacted Farley Dwek Solicitors to represent her in the appeal to NHS England (Independent Review Panel).

Farley Dwek prepared a comprehensive Written Submissions Document on behalf of our client to support the request for IRP, arguing amongst other things, that Mr X had been assessed too early in February 2018. The IRP accepted that Mr X had suffered a dramatic change to his life and circumstances, and it could be expected that he was still adjusting at the time of his assessment.

The IRP upheld the appeal and accepted that the CHC assessment may well have been undertaken too early in February 2018, and that at the time, Mr X was eligible for CHC funding.

The CCG subsequently accepted the IRP’s recommendation and agreed to reimburse care fees paid in excess of £25,000.

Honest, straight-talking, knowledgeable solicitors. I contacted Farley Dwek via their online ‘contact us’ form regarding my father’s eligibility for NHS continuing care. I knew they were experts in the field and I had already paid for and downloaded their excellent guide on the subject. Despite the fact that it became quickly obvious that there was no case for them in this instance, Ruth still gave me close to an hour of her time and was compassionate, extremely knowledgeable and also willing to give me an honest, off-the-cuff appraisal of our situation and chances of receiving funding.

CHC client

A sound investment! I had researched a number of firms offering assistance to help secure CHC funding for our Mum. I was very glad I chose Farley Dwek. Both my brother and I are retired solicitors and are able plough our way through regulatory material and legislation, However, neither of us had any experience in this area of law. I really appreciated Farley Dwek’s transparent and sensible advice. I would recommend doing the initial screening exercise with one of their nurses, we had the excellent Diane Jenkins for screening (and eventual support at the MDT).

CHC client

Farley Dwek persevered in a very old and difficult case on my behalf and were successful through tenacity and a refusal to give up, along with an in depth knowledge of the subject matter.

CHC client

I am over the moon with the way in which Farley Dwek Solicitors have handled my late father’s claim. We were kept informed throughout the whole process and had frequent contact with our solicitor, Jonathan Dwek. His experience and empathy instilled great confidence and I am delighted with the outcome.

Craig Phillips

What a life saver Farley Dwek were to myself and my Family. From the first point of contact to the final consultation, the whole process was clear and easy to understand. I 100000% recommend this people focus company that have fantastic work ethics and are so very knowledgeable. I’m so grateful for all the support.

CHC client

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