Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Bexley, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Bexley charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Bexley
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £20 an hour27 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £20 an hour2,470 carers within about 45 minutes of Bexley
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night32 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,120 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week18 homes without nursing in Bexley
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week11 nursing homes in Bexley
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Bexley charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, September 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Bexley. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Bexley
Visiting care
A carer comes for an hour or more at the times you agree, such as a morning call to help someone up and washed.
- 2,470 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Bexley, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 30 of the 55 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Olanrewaju Y.6 years caring£16.50 an hourProfile →
Angelee T.London · 15 years caring“What draws me to this work is simple: a genuine wish to help people live with as much independence and dignity as possible, whatever health challenges they're facing.”£23 an hourProfile →
Priscillia E.London · 9 years caring“I enjoy helping people to keep their independence as much as possible in a safe environment.”£20 an hourProfile →
“Michele has been taking care of my mother, who is 100 years old. We have been so pleased with the standard of care she has provided. Michele is very professional while being helpful and considerate. She is understanding and kind and always alert to my mother's feelings and needs. We would have no hesitation in recommending her”
“Always on time and with a lovely smile for my mum. Theresa is kind and sensitive to my mum's needs. So happy that Theresa's part of our caring team.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 27 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Julie T.Bexleyheath · 8 years caring“The services include: * All aspects of Personal Care * Use of mobility aids (hoist/Sara Steady/Mo-Turner/Walking Frames/Electric & Manual Wheelchairs etc * Cooking/Preparing Meals * Administering Medication * Companionship * Accompanying to appointments *…”£20 an hour5 reviewsProfile →
Sue C.Welling · 15 years caring“I enjoy keeping my client's company and am more than happy to help with personal care.”£25 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Mubo N.Welling · 15 years caring“Painting and cooking are two of my favourite ways to unwind, and I have found that a shared meal or a chat over something home cooked can do as much good as any task on a care plan.”£19 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
“My mum's last few months were most definitely a lot easier with Carla there for both my mum and for me; She is an empathetic listener and also gives very sound advice. She cared effortlessly for my mum and often came up with solutions to 'challenges' that I did not know how to manage. I would thoroughly recommend her and also say, that anyone who has the privilege to have Carla caring for them will be very fortunate.”
“She was more than just a nurse to grammie, she was her friend. Kerry always went the extra mile to take care of my grandma in her final days, including consoling me when I couldnt be there. She has a passion for what she does, and I dont think we could have asked for a better carer”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Bexley
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 34 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Scholarstica O.Bexleyheath · 10 years caring“Within that role, though, I can offer a great deal: help with eating and drinking, medication reminders, bathing, dressing, moving and handling, and more complex support such as PEG feeding or tracheostomy care where it is needed.”£20 an hourProfile →
Caroline D.Sidcup · 16 years caring“Over 16 years I've supported people living with physical disability, stroke, Parkinson's disease and those who are bedbound, so I'm confident with hoist assistance, moving and handling, bathing, toileting and dressing, as well as medication reminders and…”£22.50 an hourProfile →
Suzanne K.Sidcup · 12 years caring“Alongside that, I help with the practical side too, from bathing, dressing and toileting to catheter care, moving and handling, medication reminders, and meals, always working at the pace and preference of the person I'm supporting.”£20 an hourProfile →
“She knew how to calm mum during her episodes when she was confused and anxious. She also made sure to take her for strolls and to the cafe to enjoy tea and cake. She also made sure mum attended dementia groups and all the support activities lined up for mum. Dede also cooked mums meals as per her diet. My mum missed her anytime Dede went home for her breaks or holidays.”
“Michele is very professional and efficient and the great thing is that she combines it with such a calm and caring approach that the client feels relaxed and totally confident that they are in the best possible hands. Michele has guided my husband’s other carers enabling them to provide an improved standard of care, she is absolutely first class.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Bexley
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 30 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Dawn L.Orpington · 5 years caring“Over five years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and a good deal else besides, alongside more day to day things like bathing, dressing, medication reminders and cooking a proper meal.”£22 an hourProfile →
George K.2 years caring“Two years in, I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, Parkinson's and heart disease, as well as those recovering from surgery or living with reduced mobility.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Eronmwon Gift O.Dartford · 3 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, diabetes and a range of other conditions, along with end of life care.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“Carla is an exceptional, kind, professional carer. She cared for my mum with Alzheimer’s with endless patience and kindness, always arriving with a smile and a positive attitude, despite having to deal with lots of the the challenging behaviour that Alzheimer’s brings.”
“Julie managed to communicate with mum, and get the tasks needed done with a laugh. Julie has a very happy, pleasant manner, and I can’t recommend her highly enough. Julie, many thanks for helping to take care of my Mum. Barindar”
Care for Parkinson's, stroke and other conditions
Carers who have looked after someone with a particular condition, such as Parkinson's, a stroke or MS.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 29 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Sue-Ellen P.Dartford · 8 years caring“Day to day, I support people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and learning disabilities, alongside personal care such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders and catheter care.”£18.80 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Josephine J.5 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care, and I have experience supporting people with dementia, stroke, heart disease, poor mobility, and a wide range of other conditions, alongside personal care such as bathing, medication reminders, and hoist and catheter care.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Claudette M.Sidcup · 11 years caring“I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and arthritis, alongside personal care such as bathing, dressing and mobility support.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Care after a hospital stay
A few weeks of extra help at home while strength and confidence come back after a hospital stay.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Maureen N.Orpington · 15 years caring“I've been a carer for over a three years now and I've worked in residential homes, nursing homes, hospitals and one on one.”£25 an hourProfile →
Ahmed B.Belvedere · 5 years caring“Over that time I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, diabetes and a wide range of physical and mobility conditions, as well as those living with anxiety, depression, learning disabilities and autism.”£18 an hourProfile →
Gideon O.Dartford · 5 years caring“Over five years of working with families across Dartford, I've supported people through some of the toughest stages of illness and recovery, from helping someone regain confidence after a stroke to sitting quietly with a family during end of life care.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 11 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Michele W.24 years caring“I have extensive experience in palliative care, as well as helping those affected by strokes, dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.”£22 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Kingsley I.Bexleyheath · 4 years caring“I've worked with people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and heart disease, as well as those recovering from orthopaedic injuries or surgery, managing respiratory conditions, or needing support at the end of life.”£18.50 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Blessing O.London · 13 years caring“I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, COPD, arthritis and many other conditions, including end of life care.”£19 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
“Carla is exceptionally really and and honestly made my Mum’s last 18 months the best they could possibly be. She was not only an amazing Carer to my mum but also her friend and companion, her supporter and her challenger sometimes but every way making my mum’s life better. She is incredibly efficient and strong and never hesitated when she needed to make a tough decision.”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Bexley
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Isha C.London · 10 years caringDoes nights2 reviewsProfile →
Baker S.London · 10 years caring“Sometimes it is a few hours of hourly care, sometimes a live-in placement, sometimes overnight support.”Does nightsProfile →
Patricia M.Sidcup · 10 years caring“I split my week between hourly visits, overnight stays and longer live-in placements around Sidcup, and it's the companionship side of the work I enjoy most: sitting down for a proper chat, cooking something a client fancies, or just being good company through…”Does nightsProfile →
Respite care
Cover so the person who does the caring can stop for a while, from a few visits to a fortnight.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Oladipupo F.Sidcup · 11 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I am comfortable with the full range of personal care, including bathing, dressing, moving and handling, catheter care and support at mealtimes.”£20 an hourProfile →
Idayat R.London · 1 years caring“My working week is a mix of hourly visits and overnight stays across London, and I find I most enjoy the quieter moments of care, sitting with someone over a cup of tea or settling them for the night when the house goes still.”£19 an hourProfile →
Sanita L.Orpington · 11 years caring£19 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 100 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Bexley.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 11 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Abiodun E.Dartford · 4 years caring“Based in Dartford, I have spent four years offering hourly, live-in and overnight care, working with people affected by dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness, cancer and osteoporosis, among others, as well as supporting people who…”£146 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Angel Pinky W.London · 7 years caring“Whether it is hourly visits, overnight cover or a live-in arrangement, I bring the same steady, attentive approach.”£150 a dayProfile →
Claire E.Belvedere · 8 years caring£161 a dayProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Bexley
20 of the 27 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 1 of them outstanding, and 7 are rated requires improvement or inadequate. Few homes here publish their fees; across the UK a residential place costs about £1,160 a week and a nursing place about £1,410. A live-in carer here costs £1,015 to £1,120 a week, so for one person the two cost about the same, and for a couple live-in care costs far less.
Elderly care in Bexley helps you weigh care at home against a care home, and care at home or a care home goes through what to ask a home before choosing it.
Agencies or private carers
Home care agencies and private carers in Bexley
60 home care agencies for older people in Bexley
2,470 private carers near Bexley
Every carer on PrimeCarers has passed an enhanced DBS, identity and right-to-work check and an online interview before they appear (how we check carers). Agency or private carer compares the two, and the best home carers in Bexley profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Bexley
Attendance Allowance is not means tested and can go towards any of these. The council assesses needs for free and contributes once savings fall below £23,250, and NHS Continuing Healthcare pays in full when needs are mainly health needs. Funding home care in Bexley sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Bexley ask about the types of care
2,470 carers within about 45 minutes of Bexley offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 29 care homes in Bexley take older people, 11 of them with nursing and 17 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,050 with our fee included, against about £1,160 for a care home place. For a couple, one live-in carer costs about £1,350 a week, far less than two care home places. Care at home or a care home goes through the decision.
A nursing home is a care home with registered nurses on shift, for people who need nursing as well as care, such as wound care or complex medication. Of the 29 care homes in Bexley that take older people, 11 provide nursing. 17 are registered to care for people with dementia. The difference between a nursing home and a care home explains how to tell which is needed.
Often, yes. Attendance Allowance is not means tested and helps with the cost of care at any level. The council contributes once savings fall below £23,250, and the NHS pays in full when needs are mainly health needs. Funding home care in Bexley sets out each route.