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Emergency home care in Hertford

1 of the 8 home care agencies in Hertford offers emergency home care, of which 1 Good. Emergency home care starts within a day or two, typically after a fall or a hospital discharge, and settles into a regular pattern once things are calmer. For a medical emergency, call 999.

Emergency home care in Hertfordshire typically costs £28.25 an hour, based on 14 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £25.94 to £29.83. That is close to the typical weekday hourly rate in Hertfordshire of £28.25.

A self-employed carer found through PrimeCarers charges £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer, with the same person each visit.

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Hourly visits
from £29 an hour
Live-in from £1,500 a week
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Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
PrimeCarersAnother option

Choose your own carer in Hertfordshire

Self-employed carers with their rate, experience and reviews on their profile. You pick who to talk to, and the same carer comes every time.

100+ live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Hertfordshire
Hourly visits
£18 to £25an hour
Live-in typically £1,090 a week

Typical rates in Hertfordshire

Median rate for each type of care, across the 318 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.

Hourly visits
£28.25
Usually £25.94 to £29.83 an hour14 agencies
Weekend hourly rate
£30.50
Usually £24.12 to £34.38 an hour4 agencies
30 minute visit
£18.44
Usually £17.22 to £22 a visit6 agencies
45 minute visit
£24.38
Usually £22.07 to £27.06 a visit4 agencies
Live-in care
£1,475
Usually £1,225 to £1,675 a week18 agencies
Your own carer, PrimeCarers
£20
Usually £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer

Common questions

How much does emergency home care cost in Hertford?

Emergency home care in Hertfordshire typically costs £28.25 an hour. Rates depend on the time of day and what the care involves, so ask each agency for a written price list.

How many emergency home care agencies are there in Hertford?

1 of the 8 CQC-registered home care agencies in Hertford offers emergency home care, going by what they say on their own websites. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

Will the council pay for emergency home care in Hertford?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess your needs and what you can afford, and may pay part or all of the cost, usually as a direct payment you spend with the agency or carer you choose. Ask the adult social care team at Hertfordshire council for a needs assessment.