Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Brighton and Hove, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Brighton and Hove charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Brighton and Hove
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £21 an hour28 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £21 an hour47 carers within about 45 minutes of Brighton and Hove
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night26 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,050 to £1,201 a week42 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week31 homes without nursing in Brighton and Hove
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week27 nursing homes in Brighton and Hove
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Brighton and Hove charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Brighton and Hove. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Brighton and Hove
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.
- 47 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Brighton and Hove, charging £19 to £21 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 23 of the 47 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Jeannette S.Brighton · 18 years caring£20 an hourProfile →
Karen M.Lancing · 30 years caring£20 an hourProfile →
Nabeel N.Crawley · 9 years caring“My working week is usually built around visiting care and overnight stays, and it's the steady, ongoing relationships I enjoy most, being there consistently so a client knows what to expect from me.”£20 an hourProfile →
“The care Sally gave to Mum and Dad was second to none, nothing was ever too much trouble whether within the timeframe allocated or out of hours. She was a very trusted and valued friend to Mum and Dad while also giving them the professional care and support for their care needs. Our family were so grateful for Sally's support.”
“She has been a massive help and contribution to me making steps to be able to be more independent and with my mental health she works very hard”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 37 nearest carers with a full profile, 28 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Sally Ann M.Crawley · 15 years caring“Over the years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, diabetes, arthritis, mobility problems and many other conditions, and I am equally at home with medication, moving and handling, personal care, or simply cooking a meal and sitting down…”£28 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Maria G.Wealden · 32 years caring“Much of what I offer is genuine companionship: a proper conversation over a cup of tea, a meal cooked from scratch and shared at the table, a walk outside if someone fancies it, or quiet company in front of the television with some music on.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Barry K.Horsham · 10 years caring“Day to day, I'm comfortable with personal care, moving and handling, hoist and catheter care, medication reminders, cooking and keeping a home running smoothly, always with companionship at the heart of it.”£25 an hourProfile →
“Maria has looked after my mother for 18 months I can’t praise her enough she brilliant,nothing is ever to much trouble Maria is so easy to get on with,she said to me when I first met her she would look after my mum as if she was her mother and she does,so kind and patient with her,we are so lucky to have her she’s worth her weight in gold”
“She treated mum with profound dignity, patience and warmth which provided our family with immense peace of mind. She was always punctual, reliable and communicated clearly with our family regarding our mothers health and well-being. It wasn't just a job to Lottie, she clearly loves her work.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Brighton and Hove
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 37 nearest carers with a full profile, 33 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Georgios L.Shoreham-by-Sea · 8 years caring“Tracheostomy and sachaning, oxygen therapy, beside hoisting,dressing, bathing, toileting, moving & handling and adminstration medications I am caring personality Who will be concern about the welfare of others, the carer who you will find when you need in that…”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Michael A.Haywards Heath · 2 years caring“I am just as happy helping with washing, dressing, moving and handling or catheter care, but I try to do it all calmly and unhurriedly, so people feel comfortable rather than rushed.”£20 an hourProfile →
Jasmine G.Hove · 2 years caring“I am confident with the practical side of care, hoist use, catheter care, medication reminders, personal care, but I try never to let the routine parts overshadow the person in front of me.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
“Mabel has a very quiet and gentle approach to caring and is very competent and reliable. She made contact every day to give me an update, made sure my mother had regular meal times, was washed and spent time with her when she was out of bed watching television. She also accompanied my mother on hospital visits.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Brighton and Hove
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 37 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Janet A.Horsham · 3 years caring“Over three years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and a range of physical and cognitive conditions, including learning disabilities, autism and sensory impairments such as deafness and visual loss.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Alen Tafadzwa C.Seaford · 19 years caring“I remember a lady with dementia who grew anxious most nights and often forgot where she was.”£21.20 an hourProfile →
Katerina B.Littlehampton · 9 years caring“I have nine years of experience supporting people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and stroke to arthritis and diabetes, and I can help with personal care, medication, meals and the practical side of the day too.”£25 an hourProfile →
“Lottie showed incredible patience and empathy, adapting her routine to fit in with Mum's moods. Most importantly, Lottie's cheerful manner helped Mum to get some enjoyment out of life. My family and I will always be very grateful to Lottie for all the time she spent looking after Mum.”
“He was infinitely patient with them and got on very well with us to the extent that we now regard him as a personal friend. We lived next door and took on the majority of cooking; Nick is vegan and my parents were committed meat eaters.”
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 37 nearest carers with a full profile, 30 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Monalisa C.Worthing · 7 years caring“Over seven years I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, Parkinson's disease and heart disease, as well as those needing end of life care or recovering after surgery.”£20 an hourProfile →
Bilal T.Crawley · 9 years caring“I support people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery and physical disabilities, and I am comfortable with personal care, medication reminders and moving and handling when needed.”£19 an hourProfile →
Moses J.Crawley · 8 years caring“I support people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, Parkinson's and physical disability, and I'm comfortable with the practical side too, from medication reminders and personal care to cooking and helping around the home.”£19 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 37 nearest carers with a full profile, 13 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Evana K.Worthing · 4 years caring“Now based in Worthing, I offer hourly and live-in care, and over four years I've supported people with dementia, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness, arthritis and osteoporosis, as well as those recovering from surgery or living with cancer or reduced…”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Mariama S.Crawley · 10 years caring“I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis and heart disease, among other conditions, and I'm comfortable with hands-on care such as bathing, moving and handling, catheter and colostomy care, and medication reminders.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Sarah N.Brighton and Hove · 12 years caring“I speak English, French, Swahili, Afrikaans, Kirundi and Kinyarwanda, which has helped me connect with clients and families from all sorts of backgrounds, and I am equally at ease providing hands-on personal care, from bathing and dressing to catheter care and…”£20 an hourProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 37 nearest carers with a full profile, 12 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Rose M.Peacehaven · 1 years caring“I'm Rose, based in Peacehaven, and in my first year of professional care I've already supported people through a remarkably wide range of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, respiratory illness and end of life care.”£20 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Phiona N.Mid Sussex · 10 years caring“That's what drew me to this work and what keeps me in it, based in Mid Sussex offering hourly and overnight care to people with a wide range of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery and end of life support.”£21 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Aeffit H.Worthing · 23 years caring“I speak English, Hindi and Urdu, and over the years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, diabetes, respiratory illness and arthritis, as well as those needing end of life care or recovering after surgery.”£25 an hourProfile →
“Una felt safe, secure and loved in her time with Debbie which is a gift that I am eternally grateful for. Debbie has many excellent qualifications and what sets her apart from the crowd is her heart, her humour, her caring and her willingness to go above and beyond for her clients.”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Brighton and Hove
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 37 nearest carers with a full profile, 26 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Faith Z.Hove · 18 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care in Hove, and after eighteen years in this work, I have learned that a calm presence matters as much as any task on the list.”Does nights1 reviewProfile →
Sunday A.Burgess Hill · 10 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care across Burgess Hill, and over ten years I have supported people with a very wide range of needs, from dementia, Parkinson's and stroke to learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression and…”Does nightsProfile →
Ronald S.Haywards Heath · 7 years caring“I am based in Haywards Heath and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and over seven years I have worked across care homes, residential settings and disability trusts, which has given me a broad grounding in supporting people with dementia, mental health…”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 37 nearest carers with a full profile, 30 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Rachel L.Crawley · 17 years caring“I have vast experience in the care industry; working in care homes with high need clients and day centres for service users with dementia as well as providing respite care.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Michelle B.Worthing · 20 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care in Worthing, and I speak both English and Italian. My experience covers a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's disease, stroke, MS and mental health needs such as anxiety and depression.”£21 an hourProfile →
Emmanuel O.Hove · 5 years caring“Some days I am popping in for an hourly visit, other times I am staying overnight or moving into a live-in role for a while.”£18 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 42 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Brighton and Hove.
- A week here costs £1,050 to £1,201 with our fee included, typically £1,110.
- Of the 37 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Yvonne T.Worthing · 25 years caring“Live-in and overnight care make up most of my week, and it's the kind of work I find most rewarding, being there through the quiet hours as well as the busy ones, when the small routines of a day really matter.”£172 a day1 reviewProfile →
Debra S.Lewes · 7 years caring“I offer live-in and overnight care in Lewes, and over seven years in this work I spent one entire stretch, seven years, with a single client, staying alongside them right through to the final stage of their life.”£190 a day1 reviewProfile →
Andrew T.Horsham · 6 years caring“I'm based in Horsham and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and speak both English and Luganda, which has occasionally been a lovely bridge with clients and families alike.”£160 a dayProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Brighton and Hove
53 of the 56 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 2 of them outstanding, and 3 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 £1,050 to £1,201 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 Brighton and Hove 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 Brighton and Hove
41 home care agencies for older people in Brighton and Hove
47 private carers near Brighton and Hove
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 Brighton and Hove profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Brighton and Hove
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 Brighton and Hove sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Brighton and Hove ask about the types of care
47 carers within about 45 minutes of Brighton and Hove offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 58 care homes in Brighton and Hove take older people, 27 of them with nursing and 27 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,110 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 58 care homes in Brighton and Hove that take older people, 27 provide nursing. 27 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 Brighton and Hove sets out each route.