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Live-in care in Dartford

12 of the 57 home care agencies in Dartford offer live-in care, of which 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 Kent typically costs £1,375 a week, based on 20 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £1,098 to £1,675.

A live-in carer found through PrimeCarers, where the carer sets the rate, typically costs £1,110 a week near Kent.

Compare with a carer you choose through PrimeCarers

The typical live-in agency in Kent
£1,375a week

About £71,500 a year

Hourly visits £25.50 an hour

PrimeCarersA self-employed carer you choose
£1,110a week

The typical live-in carer near Kent, set by the carer

A live-in carer could cost about £265 a week less, £13,780 over a year

See carers near Kent
36 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Kent

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.

Dementia careOvernight careRates published30 min visitsEmploys its carersDirect payments
Mission Health UK Limited, Dartford
CQC: Not yet rated
Live-inDementiaNightsMission Health
Hourly visits
£22 an hour
Live-in £1,400 a week
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
PrimeCarersAnother option

Choose your own live-in carer near Kent

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.

36 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Kent
Live-in, a week
typically £1,110
Hourly visits £18 to £25
Atman Care, Dartford

Atman Care

Dartford, DA1
CQC: Good
Live-inAtman Care
Rates not published
Area typical £25.50 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
CQC: Good
Live-inDementiaEnd of life30 min visitsEmploys carersMidshires Care
Live-in care
from £1,675 a week
Live-in from £1,675 a week
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
CQC: Good
Live-inDementiaEmploys carersNomase Supported
Rates not published
Area typical £25.50 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
Vila Homecare, Dartford

Vila Homecare

Dartford, DA1
CQC: Good
Live-inDementiaVila Pvt
Rates not published
Area typical £25.50 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
CQC: Requires improvement
Live-inDementiaEnd of lifeDirect paymentsKaplan Care
Rates not published
Area typical £25.50 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
CQC: Not yet rated
Live-inDementiaEnd of lifeDunamis Consultancy
Rates not published
Area typical £25.50 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
CQC: Not yet rated
Live-inDementiaEunison Care
Rates not published
Area typical £25.50 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour

Typical rates in Kent

Median rate for each type of care, across the 383 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.

Hourly visits
£25.50
Usually £22.50 to £29.25 an hour22 agencies
Weekend hourly rate
£30.71
Usually £23 to £33.10 an hour7 agencies
Bank holiday hourly rate
£31.20
Usually £31.10 to £39.28 an hour3 agencies
30 minute visit
£19.10
Usually £19 to £21 a visit9 agencies
45 minute visit
£25
Usually £23 to £26.50 a visit9 agencies
Live-in care
£1,375
Usually £1,098 to £1,675 a week20 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 Dartford?

Live-in care in Kent typically costs £1,375 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 Dartford?

12 of the 57 CQC-registered home care agencies in Dartford 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 Dartford?

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 Kent council for a needs assessment.