End of life care at home in London
1 of the 42 home care agencies in London offers end of life care at home, of which 1 Good. Palliative or end of life care at home keeps someone comfortable in their own bed, working alongside district nurses and the hospice team.
End of life care at home in Enfield typically costs £24.50 an hour, based on 4 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £22.50 to £26.38. That is close to the typical weekday hourly rate in Enfield of £24.50.
A self-employed carer found through PrimeCarers charges £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer, with the same person each visit.
Choose your own carer in Enfield
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.
Typical rates in Enfield
Median rate for each type of care, across the 111 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Hourly visits
- £24.50
- Usually £22.50 to £26.38 an hour4 agencies
- Live-in care
- £1,300
- Usually £1,250 to £1,675 a week5 agencies
- Your own carer, PrimeCarers
- £20
- Usually £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer
Common questions
How much does end of life care at home cost in London?
End of life care at home in Enfield typically costs £24.50 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 palliative home care agencies are there in London?
1 of the 42 CQC-registered home care agencies in London offers end of life care at home, going by what they say on their own websites. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
Will the council pay for end of life care at home in London?
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 Enfield council for a needs assessment.