Guide to entitlements for farmers

THE Nursing Homes Support Scheme Act 2009 will be brought into effect later this year, and amendments made as it went through the Oireachtas include how the asset value of a farm or business is to be assessed.

Those in a nursing home when the new scheme is brought into effect will not be adversely affected by the changes.

If in a private nursing home, you may opt for the new scheme if it would be to your advantage.