Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Derby, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Derby charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Derby
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £22 an hour36 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £22 an hour2,855 carers within about 45 minutes of Derby
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night36 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,020 to £1,167 a week79 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week31 homes without nursing in Derby
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week26 nursing homes in Derby
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Derby charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Derby. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Derby
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.
- 2,855 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Derby, charging £19 to £22 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 37 of the 57 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Lindy J.Loughborough · 20 years caring“My name is Lindy, I am passionate about providing person centred care which allows people to remain as independent as they are able within their own home.”£20 an hourProfile →
Precious S.Derby · 20 years caring“My days are usually built around hourly visits and overnight stays, and it's the companionship side of the work I enjoy most, sitting down for a proper chat, sharing a meal, or heading out together if a client fancies some fresh air.”£23 an hourProfile →
Tressy O.Derby · 1 years caring“I care for people in Derby through hourly visiting and overnight care, and while I am just a year into working here, I carried over five years of care experience from my home country before that, which has given me a steady, grounded approach to supporting…”£18.50 an hourProfile →
“Dawn's kind, patient and cheerful nature make her an ideal carer for my 95 year old mother. Dawn is adaptable and competent and has fitted in well with the existing arrangements. We particularly appreciate the companionship Dawn gives in the evenings when she plays cards and Scrabble with my mother.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 36 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Lauren F.Coalville · 12 years caring“I became self employed a number of years ago as I think it is important that you can stay with a client who also chooses you, so that their routine and company can become second nature and so everybody is happy.”£20 an hourProfile →
Christine K.Loughborough · 20 years caring“Companionship is at the heart of how I work. I like to share a proper conversation over a home-cooked meal, potter through a crossword together, or simply sit and watch a favourite programme with someone who fancies the company.”£19 an hourProfile →
Mavis T.Nottingham · 16 years caring“But what I value most is the company itself: cooking a proper meal together, sitting down to eat rather than rushing it, chatting over a cup of tea or just having the television on with someone nearby.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“She cared for my dad as if he was her own looking out for every aspect of his health. She would keep a close eye on his water intake, ensure he exercised whilst he could, and was a very creative and excellent cook offering him healthy meals and snacks. She epitomised "care" being super compassionate to his needs and patient with his struggles.”
“Ivy was very kind and gentle in all her dealings with my late mother. They got on very well and were able to share a joke and a laugh. On a practical level, Ivy managed the housework well and kept me informed about matters related to this and my mother's health and appointments.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Derby
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 36 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Grace F.Sutton-in-Ashfield · 5 years caring“I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with a genuine passion for supporting others to live with dignity, comfort, and independence.”£20 an hourProfile →
Savannah M.Alfreton · 23 years caring“I offer hourly and visiting care around Alfreton, and over 23 years I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to arthritis, stroke and diabetes, alongside personal care such as bathing, dressing and medication…”£20 an hourProfile →
Iram Z.Nottingham · 13 years caring“Her ability to create joy in everyday moments shines through, whether it’s helping clients with personal care or sharing in light-hearted conversations.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Derby
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 37 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Kirsty W.Coalville · 8 years caring“I am used to supporting people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to diabetes and arthritis, and I take care to notice the small things that matter to each person.”£19 an hourProfile →
Emily S.Nottingham · 10 years caring“I support people with dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, heart disease, respiratory illness, arthritis and osteoporosis, as well as anxiety and depression, and day to day that might mean help with washing and dressing, moving and handling, catheter care,…”£20 an hourProfile →
Oluwatosin A.North East Derbyshire · 2 years caring“I support people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery and poor mobility, and I am comfortable with personal care, medication reminders and moving and handling.”£18 an hourProfile →
“Beatrice was a talent dementia carer whose professionalism and dedication allowed mums wishes to remain in her own her come true. Mum was a very difficult dementia patient she was anxious, sometimes aggressive, highly independent but her cognition had totally failed. Beatrice supported mum to live the life that she wanted.”
“Rachel is a quietly spoken, extremely caring person and looked after Val very well. Val has dementia and other problems. Rachel was very patient with her and developed a really good understanding with her. Rachel escalated any issues when she was unsure/needed a decision on action. I received daily updates.”
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 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 33 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Mirembe Masitula B.Derby · 20 years caring“Over 20 years I've built that into a career based in Derby, offering hourly, live-in and overnight care to people with a huge range of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to anxiety, depression and physical disabilities.”£19 an hourProfile →
Rose J.Derby · 30 years caring“I have supported people with a huge range of conditions over the years, from dementia and Parkinson's to diabetes, stroke recovery and end of life care, alongside everyday help with washing, meals, medication and housework.”£20.50 an hourProfile →
Martha S.Chesterfield · 25 years caring“Having me as your carer means having someone who has supported people through dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis, respiratory illness and more, as well as bedbound and end of life care.”£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 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 15 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Sinikiwe M.Derby · 21 years caring“I've supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, MS, stroke, heart disease and respiratory illness, among many other conditions, as well as those needing end of life care or recovering after surgery.”£21 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Saneliso G.Leicester · 18 years caring“In that time I have supported people through dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, heart disease, cancer and end of life care, alongside longer term conditions like diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis and COPD.”£20.70 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Sinthuja G.Nottingham · 2 years caring“My start in care was three months of focused training, followed by over two years as a healthcare support assistant in a hospital setting.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Rachel D.Derby · 1 years caring“Based in Derby, I offer hourly and overnight care, and in just over a year I've built up experience across a genuinely wide range of conditions, from Parkinson's-type mobility issues and arthritis to anxiety, depression, autism and end of life care.”£21.50 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Rachel K.Derby · 5 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis and mobility difficulties, among many other conditions, as well as those needing companionship or end of life care, and I am equally comfortable with hoist and moving and handling…”£22 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Ifebuche Stephanie O.Derby · 5 years caring“I'm based in Derby and offer hourly and overnight care, with five years' experience supporting people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis and mobility difficulties, as well as end of life care.”£17.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Derby
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 36 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Blessing Chioma I.Derby · 3 years caring“I'm based in Derby and offer hourly visits, overnight support and live-in care, and over three years I've learned to balance warmth with professionalism, whatever the day brings.”Does nightsProfile →
Ethel S.Derby · 15 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care across Derby, and what I enjoy most is the steady, everyday kind of support, being there for a morning routine, a quiet evening, or whatever shape the week needs.”Does nightsProfile →
Melanie C.Stoke-on-Trent · 16 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 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 39 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Francisco H.Nottingham · 12 years caring£25 an hourProfile →
Sophie N.Derby · 16 years caring£22 an hourProfile →
Martina Teresa N.Coalville · 2 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care in Coalville, and speak both English and Irish, which sometimes helps put people at ease from the very first conversation.”£23.50 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 79 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Derby.
- A week here costs £1,020 to £1,167 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 21 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Nazmia D.East Staffordshire · 30 years caring“I bring that same warmth into my work as a live-in carer in East Staffordshire, where I have supported people and families for 30 years.”£150 a day1 reviewProfile →
Theresa T.Burton-on-Trent · 21 years caring£145 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Adetumi B.Nottingham · 2 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 stretch.”£177 a day1 reviewProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Derby
40 of the 54 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 2 of them outstanding, and 14 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 £1,020 to £1,167 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 Derby 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 Derby
102 home care agencies for older people in Derby
2,855 private carers near Derby
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 Derby profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Derby
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 Derby sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Derby ask about the types of care
2,855 carers within about 45 minutes of Derby offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 57 care homes in Derby take older people, 26 of them with nursing and 39 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 57 care homes in Derby that take older people, 26 provide nursing. 39 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 Derby sets out each route.