Home Care Tax Relief: Making Quality Care More Affordable

You may be entitled to claim back up to 40% of your home care costs through Ireland’s home care tax relief scheme, making private care more accessible than you might think.

Tax Relief

You may be entitled to claim back up to 40% of your home care costs through Ireland’s home care tax relief scheme, making private care more accessible than you might think.

Helping You Understand What You’re Entitled To

At Silvergrove Home Care, we know that arranging care for yourself or a loved one is a big decision, not just emotionally, but financially. That’s why we’re here to help you make the most of the support available, including the Home Carer Tax Relief Scheme.

If you or a family member is paying for private home care, you could be entitled to claim back up to 40% of the cost. This makes high-quality, in-home care more affordable than many realise.

We’ll Guide You Through Every Step

When you book a free consultation with us, we’ll walk you through the tax relief process and help you understand how it applies to your situation. We’ll also assist with the paperwork and show you how to claim monthly through your salary, so you don’t have to wait until the end of the year to see the benefit.

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What the Home Care Tax Relief Covers:

Up to €75,000 worth of care costs per year

Relief claimed at your marginal tax rate (20% or 40%)

Can be claimed by a spouse, child, or relative paying the bill, even if the person receiving care isn’t working

Simple process using Revenue’s HK1 form

Option to claim monthly through payroll or annually

Your Questions, Answered with Care

Many families don’t realise this support is available. Whether you’re arranging care for yourself, a parent, or another loved one, we’re happy to explain your options and help you take advantage of what you’re entitled to.

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What Happens Next

Once you contact us, we’ll arrange a free care consultation to understand your needs and guide you through the support options available. If you choose to move forward with Silvergrove, we’ll help you complete the necessary forms and ensure you’re set up to claim relief as quickly as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much tax relief can I claim for home care?

You may be able to claim tax relief on up to €75,000 worth of home care costs per year, at your marginal rate of tax (20% or 40%). That means you could receive up to €30,000 back annually, depending on your income and circumstances. This applies to private care services delivered in the home.

Who is eligible to claim the tax relief?

The tax relief can be claimed by the person paying for the care, even if they’re not the person receiving it. That includes a spouse, child, relative, or legal guardian. The person receiving care does not need to be working or paying tax to qualify for the relief.

How do I apply for the Home Care Tax Relief?

You apply by completing Revenue’s Form HK1, which outlines the details of the care arrangement. You can then submit this either:

Annually via your tax return (Form 12 or Form 11)
Or monthly through your payroll, by asking your employer to adjust your tax credits.

👉 Download Form HK1 from Revenue.ie

Can I claim tax relief even if I’ve already started paying for care?

Yes. You can backdate a claim for up to four years, as long as you have the necessary receipts and records showing the care expenses. We can help you gather the documentation needed and guide you through the process.

Will Silvergrove help me with the paperwork?

Absolutely. As part of our free initial consultation, we’ll walk you through the process, help complete your HK1 form, and explain how to submit it. We’ll also show you how to claim through payroll to see the benefit each month instead of waiting until year-end.

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Our Mission

Silvergrove Home Care provides thoughtful, flexible, and compassionate care that supports older adults and vulnerable individuals in living safely and independently at home while giving families peace of mind, no matter how busy or unpredictable life may be.