Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Ealing, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Ealing charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Ealing
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £22 an hour30 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £22 an hour3,161 carers within about 45 minutes of Ealing
- 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£1,015 to £1,176 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week10 homes without nursing in Ealing
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week14 nursing homes in Ealing
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Ealing charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, September 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Ealing. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Ealing
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.
- 3,161 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Ealing, charging £19 to £22 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 27 of the 54 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Scholastica M.15 years caring“Over a few visits she began to relax and smile again. That's the kind of care that suits me best, and it's what has kept me doing this work for 15 years.”£19 an hourProfile →
Thelma W.Greenford · 7 years caring£18 an hourProfile →
Tracey S.London · 25 years caring£19.20 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 48 nearest carers with a full profile, 30 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Amina Sufi N.Wembley · 15 years caring“I am equally at home with the practical side of caring, bathing, toileting, hoist and catheter care, medication reminders, cooking and laundry, and with the quieter side, sitting with someone, offering companionship, or simply keeping things steady and…”£18.60 an hourProfile →
Gbessay Gesila S.Greater London · 23 years caring“My visits across Greater London are built around hourly care, popping in to help someone get up and dressed, manage medication, or simply share a cup of tea and a proper conversation.”£19 an hourProfile →
Tamara T.4 years caring“Cooking and baking are more than hobbies for me. I love pulling together a meal that suits someone's taste and needs, and I find that small moments like this often mean the most in a day.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
“The interaction she gives my mother is incredible, singing, dancing, taking her to groups, on plenty of walks which mum always loves. She keeps mum very active in body and mind which is exactly what we wanted to keep the mum we knew before the dementia coming out, we were not sure we would find someone to do that but we have in Joyce. She is caring and gentle with mum and I could not recommend her highly enough!”
“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 Ealing
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 48 nearest carers with a full profile, 34 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Grace M.23 years caring“My experience started as a home carer where you visit clients in their own houses for short hours The duties I did as a Home-carer was mainly one-to-one caring for people in their own homes and the care included personal care, preparing meals, administering…”£23 an hourProfile →
Mihaela E.Greater London · 13 years caring“I have always strived for providing the desired physical and psychological comfort, assisting from personal care and everyday life aspects (meal preparation, housekeeping) to shopping, administrative, social and travel support, companionship.”£28 an hourProfile →
Jewell C.13 years caring“I love to converse whilst doing personal care tasks or engaging in general conversation with clients.”£17.39 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!”
“My Diet Is Balanced And Rich {I Give The Credit To Her For This} She Is Family, She Is Forever Loved And Cherished, A Jewel 💎 That Brings Peace, Joy, Love And Happiness To Your Home💯 May The Almighty ADONAI Bless Her SHALOM”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Ealing
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 48 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Virginia B.London · 23 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and over the years I have supported people through dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, heart disease and end of life care, among many other conditions.”£20 an hourProfile →
Angelita C.18 years caring“Over 18 years of care work, I've spent a lot of that time with people living with dementia and Alzheimer's, often in complex situations that ask for real patience and a steady presence.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Wioleta M.London · 7 years caring“I can assist you with following conditions: Early and Late Sage of Dementia, COPD, Accident rehabilitation, Stroke, physical disability, Parkinson's disease, Incontinence, Autism, Mental Illness, Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Diabetes, Multiple Sclerosis,…”£21 an hourProfile →
“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.”
“I have often referred to Jayne as a godsend, really taking the load off my shoulders. She takes real pride in being a carer and it really shows.”
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 48 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Ram S.Southall · 18 years caring“With a focus on hourly care, I have honed my skills in helping clients with Mild Cognitive Impairment, Parkinson's Disease, bedbound individuals, as well as those dealing with anxiety and depression.”£22 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 →
Osama M.Wembley · 3 years caring“My caseload has stretched across a wide range of conditions: dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, brain injury, COPD, heart disease and rheumatoid arthritis among them.”£21 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 48 nearest carers with a full profile, 22 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Susan D.London · 20 years caring“I always like to support people through their recovery journey. I have gained a lot of knowledge and skills in the care industry, worked in Jewish Care Organisation and Shaw Healthcare as a Senior Team Leader.”£20 an hourProfile →
Grace N.Northolt · 23 years caring“I have worked in hospitals and client homes who have different needs and as a key worker my duties are to plan every day activities, ensuring that choice, respect and dignity is maintained at all times, while accessing the services they need as well as…”£20 an hourProfile →
Delanye A.Ruislip · 18 years caring“Over the years I've supported clients with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, diabetes and a wide range of physical conditions, from spinal injuries to arthritis and reduced mobility.”£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 48 nearest carers with a full profile, 18 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Adriana K.Greenford · 2 years caring“I've also supported people through anxiety, depression and end of life care, so I understand that good care is as much about patience and reassurance as it is about tasks.”£21.50 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Mandia Amanda M.London · 10 years caring“I am based in London and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and over ten years I have worked with people facing a wide range of conditions, from stroke, epilepsy and Parkinson's to brain injury, learning disabilities and autism, as well as supporting…”£21.50 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Elizabeth N.London · 4 years caring“Whether someone needs end of life care, support recovering after surgery, or help managing a long-term condition like COPD or diabetes, I've likely supported someone through it before, and I bring both a steady, practical hand and genuine warmth to the role.”£20 an hourProfile →
“Janet lived with my mother for the last four years or so of her life and provided her with exceptional care. She has an unusual combination of kindness and firmness, is quite unflappable, physically strong, extremely savvy and surrounded by a close-knit support system that proved invaluable in our particular situation. You will be lucky if you enjoy her services.”
“I can truly say that Peter always put Dad at the centre of everything and I know that they found a great friendship in difficult times. I would definitely recommend Peter in any care role in future and wish him all the best.”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Ealing
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 48 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.
Respite care
Cover so the person who does the caring can stop for a while, from a few visits to a fortnight.
- Of the 48 nearest carers with a full profile, 37 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Vidhi V.Greenford · 6 years caring“I'm based in Greenford and offer hourly visiting care and overnight care across the area.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Pushpa A.Greenford · 18 years caring“I am based in Greenford and offer hourly visiting care and overnight care. I speak English, Gujarati and Hindi, which often helps put families at ease.”£22.50 an hourProfile →
Kwaku A.London · 7 years caring£18.50 an hourProfile →
“Jayne looked after him, took him out for long walks in the park and helped him to become more confident in a difficult situation. When his mobility became better, she also encouraged him to go out with the Upwalker (Rollator for tall people) to improve his walking. We are very sad that she is no longer able to come to us because she moved out of the area for work reasons.”
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 Ealing.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,176 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 48 nearest carers with a full profile, 16 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 →
Omotayo M.London · 20 years caring“My working week in London can take many shapes: a few hours here and there for one client, a full live-in placement for another, or an overnight stay when a family needs to sleep easy.”£145 a day1 reviewProfile →
Favour K.Northolt · 7 years caring“My working week can look quite different from one day to the next: a few hours here, a full night there, sometimes a longer stretch of live-in support when a family needs me close by.”£149 a day1 reviewProfile →
“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 Ealing
21 of the 24 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or 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 £1,015 to £1,176 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 Ealing 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 Ealing
106 home care agencies for older people in Ealing
3,161 private carers near Ealing
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 Ealing profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Ealing
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 Ealing sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Ealing ask about the types of care
3,161 carers within about 45 minutes of Ealing offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 24 care homes in Ealing take older people, 14 of them with nursing and 19 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 24 care homes in Ealing that take older people, 14 provide nursing. 19 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 Ealing sets out each route.
