My mum has been in a private care home for nearly 2 years and is completely self funded; it's lovely, like a 5 star hotel and she's happy there and well cared for but I've just had a letter from them advising that her fees are going to go up by 21% from next month which equates to an extra £1000 per month! Is this usual and do people think its acceptable as I don't think I do!