Home Care Costs

We know that planning for the cost of care can be a stressful time for families. Our home care costs will never include any hidden fees, and we are a fully-managed care service, so you will not have to pay any agency fees or retainers.

Here we set out the various care options and their costs for you to consider. At HCare Group, we know through helping families to plan for the cost of home care, that care costs are a significant consideration. Our friendly care advisors are here to help you make sense of the home help costs involved in caring for someone living in their own home. You can call our team today on add new number. We are here to help you and your family every step of the way.

If you are considering long-term care for the first time, we know that you probably want as much information as possible to help you consider all the different options. Our guide below gives you useful information to help you to make the decision that is right for you and your loved one.

Domiciliary care

Domiciliary care at home, sometimes called hourly care or visiting care is usually provided by a domiciliary care agency. A visiting carer from the agency you choose will visit you in your home, usually daily, sometimes twice or three times a day to support your care needs. Carers will support you with personal care and will enable you to have meals as and when you need them. Domiciliary care is suitable for those with low to medium needs and for someone who does not need around the clock care.

Benefits of domiciliary care

  • Daily care and support provided as and when you need it.

  • No need to move from your home to get the care you need.

  • A family carer who has been supporting you can have a break from their role as carer.

Limitations of domiciliary care

  • Visiting carers will typically only spend 20 minutes to an hour with you when they come to your home. They will have several other clients they have to visit in the day, so care tasks may feel rushed.

  • Generally, there is insufficient time for companionship or a strong relationship to be formed.

  • Domiciliary care is not suitable for someone living with high needs, as there is limited time for quality complex care to be provided.

  • Family members may still need to be involved in providing care depending on a person’s needs at other times throughout the day.

  • Co-ordination of visits from other healthcare professionals is the responsibility of you or your family.

  • Family members may need to provide cover if a carer is sick or there is an unexpected absence.

Cost considerations

Domiciliary care is charged at an hourly rate and will be paid directly to the domiciliary care agency. It is usually paid on either a weekly or monthly basis depending on the arrangement you have with the agency. Hourly rates for domiciliary care range anything from £15 to £30 per hour, depending where in the country you receive your care.

If overnight care is required the hourly rate is typically more, as it is for bank holidays, so it is prudent to consider the cost of care over a longer period, for example the cost over a year. Overnight care will start at £100 – £120 per night.

There may also be a travel fee for each care call, which if you have several visits a day, can quickly add up.

How much does live-in care cost?

The costs of live-in care are always dependent on the level of care being provided. Please contact our advisers today to see how we can help you – we can arrange an assessment of your loved one's needs so that we can get a true understanding of the cost of care at home.

How can I reduce the costs of care?

At HCare Group, the care services we offer are flexible and can be adapted to meet both your budget and care needs. You may choose to receive round-the-clock care at home or our up-and-coming domiciliary care service on an as-needed basis throughout the week. Contact us and our friendly care advisors will work with you to develop a care plan that suits your needs and preferences.

Can I receive funding for home care?

There may be care funding available to you to receive a live-in care service depending on your financial circumstances and your care needs. The Local Authority will only fund care at home (referred to as social funding) if your assets are worth less than £23,500, which we know that sadly for many families their financial situation exceeds.

If you are assessed and have an identified healthcare need you may be eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding organised by your local Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) to support you to receive care in your own home.