Scrap Care Home Fees for Carers

I think the goverment should scrap care home fees for people who have been caring for their relatives at home, it's the least they can do after all we've been through. My mum has severe arthritis and I've been looking after her for years, it's been a struggle but we've managed so far, but I know that won't always be the case.

I've seen what happens when people can't cope anymore and have to put their loved ones in care homes, the fees are extortinate and it's not like they have a choice, it's a terrible situation to be in. I've had to use some of my mum's savings to pay for extra help and it's definately taken a toll on our finances, but at least we're still together.

If the goverment scrapped these fees it would be a huge weight off our shoulders, we could finally get some peace of mind knowing that we're not going to loose everything we've worked for.