Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Flintshire, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Flintshire charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Flintshire
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £21 an hour32 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £21 an hour47 carers within about 45 minutes of Flintshire
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night40 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,036 to £1,153 a week19 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 Flintshire charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, September 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 Flintshire
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 Flintshire, charging £19 to £21 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 35 of the 46 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Roshen M.Wrexham · 3 years caring“I like the rhythm of visiting care. Each call has its own pace, and I get to know people properly over time rather than rushing through a task list.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Chanta S.Liverpool · 7 years caring“I am equally at home with hoist and catheter care, moving and handling, or simply sitting with someone who is anxious or low and needs company more than anything else.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Rowland A.Sale · 6 years caring“Known for my caring nature, friendly demeanor, and helpful attitude, I am dedicated to assisting others in leading fulfilling and independent lives, making a meaningful difference every day.”£20.50 an hourProfile →
“It was clear that she genuinely cared and her warm approach really helped put our minds at ease. We’re thankful for all her help and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and reliable carer.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Kudzai M.Nantwich · 14 years caring“I try to bring a calm, steady presence to each visit, so that alongside the practical support there is also genuine companionship.”£22.50 an hourProfile →
Samantha G.Ellesmere Port · 10 years caring“What I most enjoy is the company side of caring. I like sitting down over a proper meal, chatting about the day, or heading out for a walk if that is something a client enjoys.”£19 an hourProfile →
Gary W.Wallasey · 10 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 live-in stretch, but what I enjoy most in all of it is simply being good company.”£20 an hourProfile →
“He developed a close affinity with Terence, spending time talking with him before he retired to bed and looking after his needs during the night. He even accompanied Terence to hospital one night when an ambulance had to be called because Terence was experiencing sever chest pains, staying with him until his shift finished.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Flintshire
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 35 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Sangumanto Sia Y.Widnes · 6 years caring“I pride myself on building trust, promoting dignity, and creating a calm, supportive environment for every person in my care.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Eunice Abimbola O.Liverpool · 5 years caring“Alongside that, I am comfortable with the practical side too, from medication reminders and personal care to catheter and wound care, so families know the day to day is well looked after while the visit still feels warm and unhurried.”£25 an hourProfile →
Deborah B.Wirral · 2 years caring“I cared for my grandmother for thirty years, and later spent nine months providing end of life care, making sure comfort and dignity came first.”£20 an hourProfile →
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Flintshire
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 38 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Marlyne O.Wirral · 2 years caring“I have been working in the care industry for just over a year, and I have experience in caring for people with dementia, learning disabilities, anxiety and depression, among other things.”£21.80 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Ana P.Birkenhead · 8 years caring“I support people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and diabetes, as well as those recovering from surgery or living with reduced mobility.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Lawrence M.Conwy · 4 years caring“I speak English, Kikuyu and Swahili, and over four years of care I've supported people through a wide range of conditions, from dementia, stroke and heart disease to arthritis, respiratory illness and end of life care.”£25 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 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 34 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Mergan M.Wrexham · 5 years caring“I am not a registered nurse, but I have built up a good deal of hands-on experience, including with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, heart disease and end of life care, as well as supporting people managing anxiety, depression and declining mobility.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Gabriel E.Liverpool · 2 years caring“My work covers hourly visits, overnight stays and live-in care, and over that time I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, heart disease and respiratory illness.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Emeka D.Widnes · 3 years caring“Day to day, I support people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery and conditions like arthritis, osteoporosis and orthopaedic injuries that make movement difficult, along with respiratory illness, heart disease and post operative recovery.”£18.50 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 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Elaine Caron F.Warrington · 25 years caring“I am equally at ease with personal care, medication and mobility support, having worked with conditions ranging from dementia and Parkinson's to arthritis and stroke recovery, but I never lose sight of the person behind the care plan.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Sharon F.Chester · 30 years caring“Alongside this, I bring solid experience with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, mobility difficulties and end of life care, along with practical support like medication reminders, personal care, meal preparation and household tasks.”£23.10 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Temitope S.Denbighshire · 3 years caring“I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and respiratory illness, as well as those recovering from surgery or an orthopaedic injury, managing anxiety or depression, or needing end of life care.”£18.50 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 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 22 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Nadya K.Newton-le-Willows · 35 years caring“I've supported people at the end of life too, and I understand how much reassurance and dignity matter at every stage.”£17 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Natasha G.Newton-le-Willows · 15 years caring“I have completed my NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care,End of life and many other in house training.”£18 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Frances I.Wirral · 10 years caring“Over ten years I have supported people through a huge range of conditions, from dementia, stroke and Parkinson's to arthritis, respiratory illness and end of life care.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“She quickly formed rapport with both the patient and her friends, guiding them through a tender time. Our friend died very peacefuly at home and, although Tsitsi was only needed for a very short time in the end, her role was very helpful. We were also very grateful for the swift support we received from PrimeCarers especially with finding us such a good carer at very short notice.”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Flintshire
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 40 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 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 40 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Nicholas W.St. Helens · 2 years caring“My week is a mix of hourly visits, overnight stays and longer live-in placements around St Helens, and it is the companionship side of the job I find most rewarding, whether that is sitting down together over a meal, heading out for a walk, or simply having a…”£19 an hourProfile →
Ashely T.Winsford · 9 years caring“Based in Winsford, I offer hourly visiting care and overnight care, and I speak English and Zulu.”£20.50 an hourProfile →
Samantha S.6 years caring£22.50 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 19 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Flintshire.
- A week here costs £1,036 to £1,153 with our fee included, typically £1,082.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 18 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Rodrigo Javier B.Wigan · 22 years caring“My week in Wigan can look quite different from one day to the next: a few hours here, a full night there, sometimes staying as live-in support for longer stretches.”£185 a day1 reviewProfile →
Tsitsi H.Wrexham · 6 years caring“My week in Wrexham moves between hourly visits, overnight stays and longer live-in placements, and what I enjoy most is the practical, hands-on side of care, whether that's a hoist transfer, catheter care or helping with a nebuliser, alongside the quieter…”£132 a day1 reviewProfile →
Trudi M.Birkenhead · 5 years caring£166 a day1 reviewProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Flintshire
Care homes in Flintshire are inspected by Care Inspectorate Wales, 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 £1,036 to £1,153 a week.
Elderly care in Flintshire 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 Flintshire
Home care agencies
47 private carers near Flintshire
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 Flintshire profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Flintshire
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 Flintshire ask about the types of care
47 carers within about 45 minutes of Flintshire 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 £1,082 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.