Dementia home care in Kirklees
55 of the 71 home care agencies in Kirklees offer dementia home care, of which 1 is rated Outstanding and 32 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 Kirklees typically costs £26 an hour, based on 3 agencies with a rate on record; the middle half charge £24.75 to £30.50. That is close to the typical weekday hourly rate in Kirklees of £26.
A self-employed carer found through PrimeCarers charges £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer, with the same person each visit.
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Typical rates in Kirklees
Median rate for each type of care, across the 71 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Hourly visits
- £26
- Usually £24.75 to £30.50 an hour3 agencies
- Your own carer, PrimeCarers
- £20
- Usually £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer
Common questions
How much does dementia home care cost in Kirklees?
Dementia home care in Kirklees typically costs £26 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 Kirklees?
55 of the 71 CQC-registered home care agencies in Kirklees 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 Kirklees?
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 Kirklees council for a needs assessment.