Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Enfield, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Enfield charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Enfield
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £20 an hour18 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £20 an hour289 carers within about 45 minutes of Enfield
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£160 to £250 a night29 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,190 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,300 a week45 homes without nursing in Enfield
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,595 a week15 nursing homes in Enfield
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Enfield charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, November 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Enfield. 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 Enfield
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.
- 289 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Enfield, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 20 of the 50 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Margita O.18 years caring£20 an hourProfile →
Fardowso A.London · 5 years caring£19.20 an hourProfile →
Leticia N.London · 5 years caring“I put that down to my background: eight years working in the NHS before I moved into caregiving, and over five years since supporting people in their own homes.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
“Over the time he spent with them he got to know our parents very well and became like part of the family, even joining in family celebrations. Abdu comes highly recommended by us all.”
“Amazing Carer. The best we have experienced! Excellent Customer Service, Communication Skill and of course Care Services. Was very punctual, organized, methodical, caring, skillful and goes above and beyond the call of duty of what is expected of her. Thanks Ruth. Will always use! Asset to Prime Carers! Thank you.:)”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 39 nearest carers with a full profile, 18 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Adiam R.London · 12 years caring“For me, companionship sits at the heart of the job. I enjoy cooking and baking, and I like sharing that with clients where I can, whether that means baking together or simply making a meal and sitting down to eat it side by side.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Bridget H.London · 1 years caring“That might mean help with washing and dressing, moving and handling, medication reminders or preparing meals, but it also means sitting down for a proper chat, a puzzle or just being good company.”£22 an hourProfile →
Emmanuel E.Enfield · 3 years caring“Beyond the physical support, I value companionship highly, and I like to bring genuine conversation and a listening ear, whether that is over a jigsaw puzzle, a walk outside or simply a chat about the day.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
“I found this "Talking Therapy" very uplifting and very therapeutic. Edward has shown maturity and commitment, and I am very happy to get to know him. I am sure that I will contact him again in due course as I am fully satisfied with him. I would recommend Edward to any prospective employers or users as he is a very respectable and knows his subject very well. My final words are "A Big Thank you. Well done!!! "”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Enfield
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 39 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Elizabeth B.Waltham Cross · 13 years caring“This includes aspects of personal care, hygiene, uncomplicated nursing procedures, exercise, activity and treatment programmes prescribed by therapists.”£19.50 an hourProfile →
Mable N.London · 15 years caring“Skilled in a range of personal care tasks including shopping, cleaning, ensuring clients get to appointments on time and social events.”£16.50 an hourProfile →
Adebanke A.Greater London · 8 years caring“Personal care, Medication administration, and nutritional wellbeing. Providing care to clients in their homes, Hospitals and community settings, Care homes, Hospice, and Day centres.”£20 an hourProfile →
“She is reliable and caring, she pays attention and learns quickly. I really enjoyed having Helen to help me care for my son and my son liked her too. l recommend her unreservedly she is brilliant!”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Enfield
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 39 nearest carers with a full profile, 26 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Rosemary L.Enfield · 31 years caring“I have worked with the elderly,Dementia, Brain injury, learning disabilities, Palliative care, MS, oxygen therapy and pediatric care in hospitals,nursing homes and home environment.”£20 an hourProfile →
Esther K.London · 8 years caring“I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and cancer, as well as learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions like anxiety and depression.”£16.50 an hourProfile →
Dorothy E.London · 35 years caring“In that time I have supported people through almost every stage and condition later life can bring, from dementia, stroke and Parkinson's to heart disease, cancer and end of life care.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
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 39 nearest carers with a full profile, 24 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Helen D.London · 20 years caring“I have a lot of experience in Dementia/Vascular Dementia and Parkinson's Disease. As well as experience in FND ( Functional Neurological Disorder), heart problems, seizures, arthritis,rheumatoid arthritis and cerebral pulsy.”£23 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Judy N.10 years caring“Over ten years of professional care, I've supported people through a huge range of conditions, from dementia, Parkinson's and stroke to multiple sclerosis, respiratory illness and mental health conditions like anxiety, depression and bipolar.”£20 an hourProfile →
Aisha M.London · 15 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, respiratory conditions, arthritis and poor mobility, as well as anxiety and depression, and I try to explain things clearly so clients feel at ease rather than uncertain about what…”£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 39 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Edward K.London · 18 years caring“I have acquired experience, working with clients with learning difficulties, disability, challenging behavior, mental health, incontinence, Autism and epilepsy, in care homes, residential settings hospitals, day centers, supported living and as live-in carer.”£18.80 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Bukunola A.Enfield · 20 years caring“I have worked in client own home, in residential setting, in the community and hospital settings.”£17.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Victoria S.Enfield · 27 years caring“I have been working in the care sector for over 25 years, working in the community, hospitals, support worker and as a live in carer I also have LV3 in access to nursing and a level 5 in management.”£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 39 nearest carers with a full profile, 15 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Ann R.London · 9 years caring“Over the years I've supported people with all sorts of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis and mobility problems, as well as end of life care.”£21.50 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Suzanne S.London · 9 years caring“I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's-type conditions, stroke, MS and heart disease, as well as those needing end of life care, and I have learnt that patience and a level tone matter as much as any practical skill.”£20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Awla S.Enfield · 9 years caring“I've worked with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, Parkinson's and end of life care, and I'm comfortable with more complex needs like PEG feeding, catheter care and hoist use.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“She handled the new situation in front of her with such professionalism and I felt I could trust her 100%. She communicated to me regularly and got on well with all visiting carers whom she bonded with which showed such gracious team work. The main thing is I felt Tabi had compassion for our mum and appreciated the person she was.”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Enfield
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 39 nearest carers with a full profile, 29 offer overnight care.
- £160 to £190 for a sleeping night and £165 to £250 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Susan N.Barnet · 20 years caringDoes nightsProfile →
Joy C.Enfield · 1 years caring“I'm based in Enfield, offering hourly visits, live-in and overnight care, and over the past year I've supported people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, diabetes, respiratory illness, poor mobility and the anxiety…”Does nightsProfile →
Jeannette U.Greater London · 7 years caring“I'm based in Greater London and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, with seven years of experience behind me.”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 39 nearest carers with a full profile, 31 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Grace Kosi D.Enfield · 4 years caring“Based in Enfield, I have spent four years offering hourly and overnight care, and I speak English, Twi, Fante and Ga, which has helped me connect with a wide range of clients and their families.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Chinedu E.London · 5 years caring“I'm based in London, offering hourly and overnight visits, and I speak both English and Igbo, which sometimes helps clients feel more at home.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Stephanie Serwaah N.Enfield · 8 years caring“That same instinct for calm, steady care runs through the eight years I have spent supporting people through hourly visits and overnight stays, working with conditions ranging from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery and end of life care.”£22 an hourProfile →
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 Enfield.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,190 with our fee included, typically £1,057.
- Of the 39 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Kobina E.Enfield · 3 years caring“I'm Kay, based in Enfield, and over the past three years I have offered hourly, live-in and overnight care, with a particular interest in staying alongside clients for the long haul rather than dipping in and out.”£200 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Cherry Fe Zamora P.London · 14 years caring“I have worked in care across London for 14 years, in hourly visiting roles, live-in placements and overnight care, and I have learned that consistency and a calm manner count for a great deal, especially with people living with dementia, Parkinson's or the…”£165 a day1 reviewProfile →
Marsha O.25 years caring“I offer hourly visiting care, live-in care and overnight care, fitting around whatever pattern suits a family best.”£180 a dayProfile →
“Tabi provided not only excellent physical care but also great companionship to Mum, always attentive and with a calm and relaxed sense of humour, sharing and supporting Mum's love of football and love of family. I wholeheartedly recommend Tabi for any caring position - she is truly exceptional.”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Enfield
42 of the 54 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, and 12 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 £1,190 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 Enfield 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 Enfield
92 home care agencies for older people in Enfield
289 private carers near Enfield
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 Enfield profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Enfield
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 Enfield sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Enfield ask about the types of care
289 carers within about 45 minutes of Enfield offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 60 care homes in Enfield take older people, 15 of them with nursing and 37 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,057 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 60 care homes in Enfield that take older people, 15 provide nursing. 37 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 Enfield sets out each route.