155 of the 197 home care agencies in West Sussex offer dementia home care, of which 5 are rated Outstanding and 100 Good. A dementia home care agency is registered with the CQC to support people living with dementia in their own homes, with carers trained for it and visits planned around routine.
Dementia home care in West Sussex typically costs £30 an hour, based on 7 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £28 to £32.90. That is close to the typical weekday hourly rate in West Sussex of £30.
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 dementia home care cost in West Sussex?
Dementia home care in West Sussex typically costs £30 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 dementia home care agencies are there in West Sussex?
155 of the 197 CQC-registered home care agencies in West Sussex offer dementia 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 dementia home care in West Sussex?
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 West Sussex council for a needs assessment.
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