18 of the 164 home care agencies in Milton Keynes offer respite home care, of which 11 Good. Respite home care covers a family carer for a few days or weeks, with visits or a live-in carer stepping in at home rather than a stay in a care home.
Respite home care in Milton Keynes typically costs £27 an hour, based on 7 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £25.10 to £27.25. That is close to the typical weekday hourly rate in Milton Keynes of £27.
A self-employed carer found through PrimeCarers charges £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer, with the same person each visit.
How much does respite home care cost in Milton Keynes?
Respite home care in Milton Keynes typically costs £27 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 respite home care agencies are there in Milton Keynes?
18 of the 164 CQC-registered home care agencies in Milton Keynes offer respite home 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 respite home care in Milton Keynes?
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 Milton Keynes council for a needs assessment.