Live-in care in Manchester
13 of the 114 home care agencies in Manchester offer live-in care, of which 1 is rated Outstanding and 6 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 Manchester typically costs £1,025 a week, based on 4 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £905 to £1,206.
A live-in carer found through PrimeCarers, where the carer sets the rate, typically costs £1,070 a week near Manchester.
Compare with a carer you choose through PrimeCarers
About £53,300 a year
Hourly visits £25.50 an hour
The typical live-in carer near Manchester, 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 Manchester
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 Manchester
Median rate for each type of care, across the 114 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Hourly visits
- £25.50
- Usually £23.50 to £26 an hour4 agencies
- Live-in care
- £1,025
- Usually £905 to £1,206 a week4 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 Manchester?
Live-in care in Manchester typically costs £1,025 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 Manchester?
13 of the 114 CQC-registered home care agencies in Manchester 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 Manchester?
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 Manchester council for a needs assessment.