Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Brent, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Brent charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Brent
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £22 an hour31 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £22 an hour319 carers within about 45 minutes of Brent
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£160 to £250 a night33 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 £1,300 a week18 homes without nursing in Brent
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,595 a week10 nursing homes in Brent
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Brent charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, November 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Brent. Care home fees are the median for homes in England that publish one, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Brent
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.
- 319 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Brent, charging £19 to £22 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 26 of the 54 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Agathe P.London · 10 years caring£18 an hourProfile →
Rahma H.Wembley · 7 years caring“I’m patient, empathetic, and committed to creating a positive environment where clients can maintain their independence and wellbeing.”£20 an hourProfile →
Obiajulu A.London · 12 years caring“When a client of mine came home from hospital feeling low and isolated, I started staying a little longer each visit, just to talk, to encourage her gently, and to help her settle back into small routines.”£19 an hourProfile →
“We feel very lucky to have found Rochelle- she is a natural carer and very experienced and considerate- sensitive to my mum's needs and notices extra things she can do to help. She is very professional, organised and punctual, and keeps in touch with me, including writing visit reports which are really helpful and reassuring.”
“Rochelle has been and continues to be a wonderful support to my mum. Nothing is a problem and she makes mum feel secure and relaxed. Rochelle always gives us regular updates making us feel confident that we have the right carer. Will use her regularly and have no hesitation in recommending Rochelle to anyone in the future.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 49 nearest carers with a full profile, 31 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Jarmila O.Greater London · 11 years caring“Everybody is an individual, so I just adapt to what they need, whether that is a chat, a puzzle or a bit of gardening together.”£25 an hour6 reviewsProfile →
Ifrah Ali G.London · 16 years caring“My favourite part of being a carer is keeping my clients company and building relationships with them in order to make them feel the most comfortable.”£20 an hourProfile →
Benedicto E.London · 3 years caring“Companionship sits at the heart of how I work. I enjoy cooking and baking with the people I support, sitting down for a proper meal together, or getting a game of cards or a board game going if that is more their pace.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“Rochelle has been amazing with my disabled brother. Carl is profoundly deaf, has severe lymphedema and learning difficulties. He can be quite a tricky customer, but he loves spending time with Rochelle. As well as helping him with household tasks and massaging his legs, she is also a wonderful companion: engaging him in conversation, playing games and even going on short outings. I couldn't recommend her more!”
“She attended to what I thought was an impossible mess to tackle in my home that had built up after not being able to care for myself for quite some time in just a few hours - a project I thought would take weeks. And she's incredibly accommodating and I just couldn't ask more from a carer. I give Liliana my strongest possible recommendation. I promise, you won't be disappointed!”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Brent
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 49 nearest carers with a full profile, 38 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Osama M.Wembley · 3 years caring“I move carefully, explain what I am doing, and keep dignity at the centre of every task, whether that is bathing, dressing or wound care.”£21 an hourProfile →
Rahma M.London · 13 years caring“Day to day that covers bathing, hoist assistance, catheter care and PEG feeding, medication reminders and help with dressing, alongside the cooking, cleaning and laundry that keep a home ticking over.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Pushpa A.Greenford · 18 years caring“My experience covers dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and many other conditions, along with practical skills like bathing, dressing, catheter care and medication reminders.”£22.50 an hourProfile →
“She was committed to helping her through the various stages of dementia, coping competently and uncomplainingly with some challenging behaviour, and seeing her through to the end. Peri was also a wonderful support to the whole family. Her skill and dedication made all the difference in a difficult situation. I can wholeheartedly recommend Peri as a carer.”
“I highly recommend Jarmila O as a carer with the Five Star Rating in absolutely everything she has ever done for me Her PERSONAL CARE Is excellent always very gentle and kind and to perfection. Includes Light. housework ironing and shopping If you ask Jarmila to be your carer I guarantee you will be very happy to have her SILVIA (94 and a half )”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Brent
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 49 nearest carers with a full profile, 37 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Favour C.London · 4 years caring“Over four years of hourly care in London, I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and rheumatoid arthritis.”£18.39 an hourProfile →
Bukola A.London · 5 years caring“Alongside the companionship, I'm comfortable with the practical side too, from personal care and medication reminders to moving and handling, and I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and heart disease among other conditions over…”£22.50 an hourProfile →
Tamara T.4 years caring“I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia, Parkinson's and stroke to arthritis, respiratory illness and end of life care.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
“Peri provided care for my husband,who suffered from dementia, over a period of 5 years. She was, in my view, an exemplary carer. She was very calm and empathetic, able to deal with very difficult situations: she developed an excellent relationship with my husband, who could,at times, be quite challenging: I can honestly say that my husband enjoyed the time Peri spent with him.”
“The quality of life that she's given my parents has been priceless. The peace of mind she's given my sisters and I, through a very difficult time, has been invaluable. We can't recommend her highly enough. Thankyou Lili.”
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 49 nearest carers with a full profile, 30 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Emma B.2 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care, working with a wide range of conditions including dementia, stroke, diabetes and physical disabilities, as well as supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, anxiety and depression.”£25 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Mary T.Edgware · 27 years caring“I'm Mary, based in Edgware, and over 27 years I've worked across residential, live-in, respite and community care, supporting people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and a wide range of other conditions, as well as those who are bedbound or need…”£19 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Elizabeth N.London · 4 years caring“Over four years I've built up experience across a really wide range of conditions, from dementia, Parkinson's and stroke to spinal injury, cerebral palsy and mental health needs like anxiety, depression and bipolar.”£20 an hourProfile →
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 49 nearest carers with a full profile, 15 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Joy Denise B.Wembley · 15 years caring“I have supported people through dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, anxiety and many other conditions, and I am confident with personal care, medication and mobility needs, but I have learned that dignity often comes through in these small, ordinary…”£18.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Pinchas C.London · 15 years caring“Most of my recent caregiving has been within hospital settings, which taught me to stay calm under pressure and to read what a person needs even when they cannot easily tell me.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Azentina B.Edgware · 16 years caring“I'm based in Edgware and offer hourly and overnight care, and in that time I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, heart disease and diabetes, as well as those who are bedbound or nearing the end…”£22.50 an hourProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 49 nearest carers with a full profile, 18 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Naheeda A.Greater London · 7 years caring“Over seven years I have supported people with dementia, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness, cancer and end of life care, as well as conditions like osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis and anxiety or depression.”£19.20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Husneara B.London · 14 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, stroke, heart disease, cancer and those nearing the end of life, along with mobility needs and conditions like COPD.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Zohra K.5 years caring“Over five years I've built up experience across hourly, live-in and overnight care, supporting people with conditions ranging from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis and end of life care, alongside everyday help with washing, dressing,…”£20 an hourProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Brent
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 49 nearest carers with a full profile, 33 offer overnight care.
- £160 to £190 for a sleeping night and £165 to £250 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Respite care
Cover so the person who does the caring can stop for a while, from a few visits to a fortnight.
- Of the 49 nearest carers with a full profile, 36 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Harriet N.Edgware · 20 years caring£19.20 an hourProfile →
Amina Sufi N.Wembley · 15 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care, and I speak English, Italian and Somali, which has helped me connect with a real range of people and their families.”£18.60 an hourProfile →
Wioleta M.London · 7 years caring£21 an hourProfile →
“Best of all she helped Mum feel good about herself again: by listening to her, caring for her medical and personal needs in a professional, humane and calm way, giving her treats like manicures, facials, making her feel cared for and valued. Peri is an extraordinary carer, we feel so lucky to have found her when we needed her and wholeheartedly recommend her”
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 Brent.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,096.
- Of the 49 nearest carers with a full profile, 14 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Marise Martendal S.Wembley · 15 years caring“That steadiness has carried me through 15 years of care work in and around Wembley, offering hourly, overnight and live-in support to people with a wide range of needs.”£160 a day1 reviewProfile →
Susan D.London · 20 years caring“I have worked with people in their homes, residential homes, nursing homes and I have also worked with people with learning disabilities and those living with dementia.”£145 a dayProfile →
Rachel M.London · 17 years caring“My week in London moves between hourly visits, overnight stays and live-in placements, and the moments I value most are the quiet ones, sitting with someone, listening properly, making sure they feel less alone.”£160 a dayProfile →
“There are carers who simply perform tasks, and there are carers who truly care — Marise unquestionably belongs to the latter. Her kindness, commitment, and natural empathy made a lasting difference not only to our father, but to our entire family. I would recommend Marise without hesitation and to the highest possible degree.”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Brent
22 of the 26 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, and 4 are rated requires improvement or inadequate. Few homes here publish their fees; among homes in England that do, a residential place typically costs about £1,300 a week and a nursing place about £1,595. 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 Brent 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 Brent
83 home care agencies for older people in Brent
319 private carers near Brent
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 Brent profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Brent
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 Brent sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Brent ask about the types of care
319 carers within about 45 minutes of Brent offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 28 care homes in Brent take older people, 10 of them with nursing and 14 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,096 with our fee included, against about £1,300 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 28 care homes in Brent that take older people, 10 provide nursing. 14 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 Brent sets out each route.