Live-in care in Ringwood
1 of the 3 home care agencies in Ringwood offers live-in care, of which 1 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 Hampshire typically costs £1,500 a week, based on 23 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £1,225 to £1,675.
A live-in carer found through PrimeCarers, where the carer sets the rate, typically costs £1,120 a week near Hampshire.
Compare with a carer you choose through PrimeCarers
About £78,000 a year
Hourly visits £30 an hour
The typical live-in carer near Hampshire, set by the carer
A live-in carer could cost about £380 a week less, £19,760 over a year
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 Hampshire
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 Hampshire
Median rate for each type of care, across the 331 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Hourly visits
- £30
- Usually £27.28 to £34.41 an hour19 agencies
- Weekend hourly rate
- £35.50
- Usually £32.06 to £36.75 an hour3 agencies
- 30 minute visit
- £23.50
- Usually £21 to £24.92 a visit7 agencies
- 45 minute visit
- £29.25
- Usually £29.12 to £31.62 a visit3 agencies
- Live-in care
- £1,500
- Usually £1,225 to £1,675 a week23 agencies
- Live-in care for a couple
- £1,850
- Usually £1,845 to £1,850 a week3 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 Ringwood?
Live-in care in Hampshire typically costs £1,500 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 Ringwood?
1 of the 3 CQC-registered home care agencies in Ringwood offers 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 Ringwood?
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 Hampshire council for a needs assessment.