Home care agencies in Birmingham
There are 21 home care agencies registered with the CQC in Birmingham, in the Solihull council area. 11 are registered for dementia care and 2 offer live-in care.
We are still collecting rates for Birmingham: 2 agencies have a figure on record so far. Where an agency has told us its price it is shown on the card and dated. Across England agencies usually charge £26 to £36 an hour for visits and £1,200 to £1,750 a week for live-in care.
Across the wider Solihull area the typical weekday hourly rate is about £28.75, which is the best guide until more Birmingham agencies publish their rates. Agencies based in neighbouring towns usually cover Birmingham too: a postcode search shows who does.
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Typical rates in Solihull
Median rate for each type of care, across the 56 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Hourly visits
- £28.75
- Usually £26.62 to £30.50 an hour4 agencies
- Live-in care
- £1,538
- Usually £1,350 to £1,675 a week4 agencies
- Your own carer, PrimeCarers
- £20
- Usually £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer
Who covers Birmingham?
Agencies based elsewhere often work here. Search by your postcode to see everyone whose area reaches you.
Agencies within 15 km of BirminghamCosts and funding
Common questions
How much does home care cost in Birmingham?
The typical home care agency in Birmingham charges £28.75 an hour on weekdays, based on 4 agencies with a rate on record. Live-in care is typically £1,538 a week. Every agency page shows where its figure came from and when.
How many home care agencies are there in Birmingham?
21 home care agencies in Birmingham are registered with the Care Quality Commission. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
Will the council pay for home care in Birmingham?
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. You can take the money as a direct payment and choose your own agency or carer. Contact the adult social care team at the council for a needs assessment.