Live-in care in Kingston upon Thames
9 of the 42 home care agencies in Kingston upon Thames offer live-in care, of which 2 are rated Outstanding and 7 Good. Live-in care means a carer lives in the home, with breaks covered, so someone can stay where they are rather than move. It is priced per week rather than per hour.
Live-in care in Kingston upon Thames typically costs £1,115 a week, based on 7 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £1,083 to £1,522.
A live-in carer found through PrimeCarers, where the carer sets the rate, typically costs £1,050 a week near Kingston upon Thames.
Compare with a carer you choose through PrimeCarers
About £57,980 a year
Hourly visits £25 an hour
The typical live-in carer near Kingston upon Thames, set by the carer
A similar price, with the same carer every time and you choosing who it is.
PrimeCarers runs this site. Carers on it are self-employed and set their own rates. Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check within the last 2 years, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them.
Choose your own live-in carer near Kingston upon Thames
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.
Community Care Experts Home Care Service
Home Instead Senior Care
Jardine Care Limited t/a Home Instead Senior Care
Blue Ribbon Community Care in South West London
Blue Ribbon Live In Care
Guardian Angel Carers Wimbledon & Kingston
Onnuri Care
Typical rates in Kingston upon Thames
Median rate for each type of care, across the 42 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Hourly visits
- £25
- Usually £20 to £28 an hour5 agencies
- Live-in care
- £1,115
- Usually £1,083 to £1,522 a week7 agencies
- Your own carer, PrimeCarers
- £20
- Usually £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer
Common questions
How much does live-in care cost in Kingston upon Thames?
Live-in care in Kingston upon Thames typically costs £1,115 a week. Rates depend on the time of day and what the care involves, so ask each agency for a written price list.
How many live-in care agencies are there in Kingston upon Thames?
9 of the 42 CQC-registered home care agencies in Kingston upon Thames offer live-in 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 live-in care in Kingston upon Thames?
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 Kingston upon Thames council for a needs assessment.