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Live-in care in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

24 of the 120 home care agencies in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole offer live-in care, of which 20 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole typically costs £1,398 a week, based on 10 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £1,125 to £1,633.

A live-in carer found through PrimeCarers, where the carer sets the rate, typically costs £1,120 a week near Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Compare with a carer you choose through PrimeCarers

The typical live-in agency in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
£1,398a week

About £72,670 a year

Hourly visits £32.25 an hour

PrimeCarersA self-employed carer you choose
£1,120a week

The typical live-in carer near Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, set by the carer

A live-in carer could cost about £278 a week less, £14,430 over a year

See carers near Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
35 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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.

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Caremark Bournemouth

Bournemouth, BH8
CQC: Good
Live-inDementiaNightsEnd of lifeLV Care
Rates not published
Area typical £32.25 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
PrimeCarersAnother option

Choose your own live-in carer near Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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.

35 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Live-in, a week
typically £1,120
Hourly visits £18 to £25

Christchurch Care

Christchurch, BH23
CQC: Good
Live-inDementiaNights30 min visitsEmploys carersChristchurch Care
Rates not published
Area typical £32.25 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
FastFallsResponse Ltd, Poole
CQC: Requires improvement
Live-inNightsEnd of life15 min visitsFastFallsResponse
Rates not published
Area typical £32.25 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour
SAL Healthcare Services, Bournemouth

SAL Healthcare Services

Bournemouth, BH11
CQC: Not yet rated
Live-inDementiaNights45 min visitsEmploys carersSupportive Ability Living
Rates not published
Area typical £32.25 an hour
No reviews yet
Or your own carer through PrimeCarers: £18 to £25 an hour

Typical rates in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Median rate for each type of care, across the 120 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.

Hourly visits
£32.25
Usually £30.50 to £34.38 an hour6 agencies
Live-in care
£1,398
Usually £1,125 to £1,633 a week10 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?

Live-in care in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole typically costs £1,398 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?

24 of the 120 CQC-registered home care agencies in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?

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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council for a needs assessment.