Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Clackmannanshire, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Clackmannanshire charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Clackmannanshire
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £20 an hour15 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £20 an hour34 carers within about 45 minutes of Clackmannanshire
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night18 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,120 a week21 live-in carers within reach
- Care home or nursing homeMoving out of home into careabout £1,160 to £1,410 a weekFees vary by home
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Clackmannanshire charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Clackmannanshire
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.
- 34 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Clackmannanshire, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 23 of the 34 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Godwin E.Edinburgh£18.50 an hourProfile →
Paul O.“My job is very rewarding when I see my clients happy, clean and tidy and look forward to me visiting them.”£20 an hourProfile →
“No task was too much for her and she even took my mother on the dance floor in her wheelchair so that she could join in the dancing. Katarzyna also ensured that my mother was reminded when to take her medication. My mother and I would highly recommend her for this type of role in the future. My mother wishes that Katarzyna lived close to our home in England.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 15 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Chloe P.West Lothian · 1 years caring“I believe that great care is not only about supporting physical needs but also about building meaningful relationships, offering companionship, and helping clients feel valued and respected.”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Olufemi D.Edinburgh · 1 years caring“I would be glad to meet you or your family for a chat about what support would help most.”£18.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Mark H.Glasgow · 18 years caring“If any of this sounds like what you are looking for, I would be glad to have a chat, no pressure at all.”£25 an hourProfile →
“This carer is the most considerate loving and supportive person easily recognises any change in behaviour and addresses it promptly has a great work ethic never late and is very accommodating if the situation arises have total faith in her and she is very loyal always contacts myself regarding all things that need to be considered long may she be able to support me.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Clackmannanshire
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 20 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Solomon O.Dundee · 10 years caring“That same unhurried manner carries through into personal care, whether I am assisting with washing and dressing, moving and handling, or simply making sure someone feels safe and unhurried through their day.”£20 an hourProfile →
Somieibi E.Lanark · 5 years caring“My experience covers a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, diabetes and mobility difficulties, alongside practical skills such as medication reminders, personal care, moving and handling, and catheter or colostomy care.”£19 an hourProfile →
Bilikis R.Glasgow · 2 years caring“Day to day, I help with the practical things, including bathing, dressing, moving and handling, medication reminders, hoist use and cooking meals people actually enjoy.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“My mother benefited from a level of assistance, support, care & love it would be difficult to find elsewhere & for which I am extremely grateful. I am happy to recommend Precious to any potential client & their family, with the highest level of confidence that they would receive the utmost care & attention.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Clackmannanshire
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 21 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Artur S.Edinburgh · 2 years caring“Over two years I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery and a good few other conditions, along with end of life and post-operative care, so I'm used to adapting to whatever the day calls for.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
John A.Alloa · 9 years caring“With over 9 years of hands-on care experience, I support people with learning disabilities, autism, dementia, and complex health needs in residential, home, and community settings.”£27.50 an hour9 reviewsProfile →
Katarzyna M.Edinburgh · 3 years caring“I'm Kasia, based in Edinburgh, and I provide hourly visiting care, working with clients living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and a range of other conditions, as well as those needing help after surgery or towards the end of life.”£30 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
“Even when mum was at her worst with the dementia Alice showed love care and patience For this we will be forever grateful and consider her part of the family. Any body who is lucky enough to have Alice care for a loved one can trust her in every way including dealing with the medical services Alice is amazing and super professional and loving. I am very happy for you to contact me and hear more if you need”
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 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Courtney T.Strathaven · 16 years caring“This includes dementia, brain injury, learning disabilities and autism, as well as physical conditions such as multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, spinal injury and motor neurone disease.”£22 an hourProfile →
Mahesh P.Livingston · 2 years caring“Alongside this I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I am comfortable supporting people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, physical disability and a wide range of other conditions, including personal care, medication reminders, mobility support and…”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Ethel C.Falkirk · 2 years caring“In that time I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, arthritis and mobility problems, among many other conditions, and I'm comfortable with the full range of personal care, from bathing and hoist use to medication and cooking.”£19.20 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 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 10 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Tanyalak F.Coatbridge · 3 years caring“I’m an experienced and caring Support Worker with a strong background working with people who have dementia, mental health challenges, or are recovering from a stroke.”£20 an hourProfile →
Jenna H.Motherwell · 7 years caring“Over that time I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease and stroke, as well as those recovering from orthopaedic injuries or managing conditions like COPD, heart disease and cancer.”£22 an hourProfile →
Kathleen S.Glasgow · 21 years caring“I support people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to arthritis, diabetes and stroke recovery.”£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 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 5 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
- Katarzyna M.Edinburgh · 3 years caring“I'm Kasia, based in Edinburgh, and I provide hourly visiting care, working with clients living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and a range of other conditions, as well as those needing help after surgery or towards the end of life.”£30 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Valerie W.Hamilton · 9 years caring“That grounding has taken me through a huge range of situations, from supporting people living with dementia, Parkinson's and stroke recovery, to helping with respiratory illness, heart disease, cancer and end of life care.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Tererai M.Wishaw · 12 years caring“That breadth shows in the conditions I have supported, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, spinal injury and end of life care, and in practical skills like moving and handling, catheter and colostomy care, and medication support.”£19.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Clackmannanshire
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 18 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
- John A.Alloa · 9 years caring“I’m available for day, evening, weekend, and overnight support across Clackmannanshire and surrounding areas, and I’m happy to travel further when needed.”Does nights9 reviewsProfile →
Ron P.Wishaw · 16 years caringDoes nights1 reviewProfile →
Stella Jackie M.Glasgow City · 6 years caringDoes 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 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 18 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 21 live-in carers are based within about two hours of Clackmannanshire.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 8 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Catherine K.Glasgow · 19 years caring“Based in Glasgow, I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and over the years I have supported people with a huge range of conditions, from dementia and stroke recovery to Parkinson's, diabetes and mental health needs like anxiety and depression.”£174 a dayProfile →
Juliet C.Glasgow · 10 years caring“That same steady, hands-on energy is what I bring to my care work in Glasgow, where I offer hourly, live-in and overnight support.”£140 a dayProfile →
Derek H.Dundee · 15 years caring£145 a dayProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Clackmannanshire
Care homes in Clackmannanshire are inspected by the Care Inspectorate, and each home publishes its inspection reports. Across the UK a residential place costs about £1,160 a week and a nursing place about £1,410, while a live-in carer here costs £1,015 to £1,120 a week.
Elderly care in Clackmannanshire 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 Clackmannanshire
Home care agencies
34 private carers near Clackmannanshire
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 Clackmannanshire profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Clackmannanshire
Attendance Allowance is not means tested and can go towards any of these. The council assesses needs for free and can contribute after a financial assessment, and NHS Continuing Healthcare pays in full when needs are mainly health needs. Funding care sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Clackmannanshire ask about the types of care
34 carers within about 45 minutes of Clackmannanshire offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, care homes and nursing homes.
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.
Often, yes. Attendance Allowance is not means tested and helps with the cost of care at any level. The council can contribute after an assessment, and the NHS pays in full when needs are mainly health needs. Funding care sets out each route.