Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Greenwich, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Greenwich charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Greenwich
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £20 an hour17 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £20 an hour49 carers within about 45 minutes of Greenwich
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£160 to £250 a night32 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£988 to £1,120 a week98 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week19 homes without nursing in Greenwich
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week11 nursing homes in Greenwich
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Greenwich charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, November 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Greenwich. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Greenwich
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.
- 49 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Greenwich, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 14 of the 49 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Sally N.London · 9 years caring£16.50 an hourProfile →
Anne K.London · 11 years caring£16.50 an hourProfile →
Violet K.10 years caring£19.20 an hourProfile →
“She is conscientious, reliable and goes the extra mile, for example picking up Dad's beloved Metro newspaper on her way in to see him, or playing dominoes with him if time allows. She's a great communicator, flagging anything she's not sure about or anything she thinks I should know, and replies quickly to text messages. This gives me peace of mind. Thank you Jade, we truly appreciate you:)”
“Nalini is very kind and caring. She is also very reliable and trustworthy. Nalini will always encourage our Mum with day to day things. She will always manage our Mum’s needs with care and attention to detail and will respond quickly to any problems that arise, whilst communicating with the family. Nalini is always available for changes in care. Highly recommended carer.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Josephine Z.London · 6 years caring“Alongside help with washing, dressing, medication and mobility, I put real weight on companionship, sitting down for a proper chat, cooking a meal together or simply keeping someone company over a cup of tea.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Amina K.London · 10 years caring“Those moments of company and conversation are as much a part of good care as anything else, and they're what I try to bring into every home I work in.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Ose Joy O.London · 4 years caring“Alongside personal care such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders and catheter care, I put real weight on companionship.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
“My mum's last few months were most definitely a lot easier with Carla there for both my mum and for me; She is an empathetic listener and also gives very sound advice. She cared effortlessly for my mum and often came up with solutions to 'challenges' that I did not know how to manage. I would thoroughly recommend her and also say, that anyone who has the privilege to have Carla caring for them will be very fortunate.”
“Mum has been extremely well looked after and has enjoyed Usha’s company, stimulation and care. Usha has prepared meals which my mum has appreciated and the house is immaculately clean. Usha has also come up with some practical suggestions for improving the quality of mum’s life. We are very pleased that Usha has agreed to extend her period of care over the coming months.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Greenwich
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 26 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Isha C.London · 10 years caring“I have experience in giving personal care, cooking and feeding,shopping light domestic work.”£19 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Clement J.London · 5 years caring“I support people with conditions including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and heart disease, and I am comfortable with the practical side too, bathing, dressing, medication reminders, catheter care and moving and handling.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Josephine A.London · 16 years caring“Day to day, I help with washing, dressing, moving and handling, medication reminders, cooking and light housework, and I am comfortable with hoist use and catheter care where needed.”£20 an hourProfile →
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Greenwich
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 21 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Sannah H.London · 3 years caring“Over three years I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and respiratory illness, as well as those managing anxiety, depression and declining mobility, including clients who are bedbound.”£20 an hourProfile →
Samie J.Greater London · 10 years caring“Over the years I have supported people through very different circumstances, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, cancer and end of life care.”£19 an hourProfile →
Gloria G.London · 3 years caring“I've spent three years supporting people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, poor mobility, and conditions like COPD and rheumatoid arthritis.”£20 an hourProfile →
“Carla is an exceptional, kind, professional carer. She cared for my mum with Alzheimer’s with endless patience and kindness, always arriving with a smile and a positive attitude, despite having to deal with lots of the the challenging behaviour that Alzheimer’s brings.”
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 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 20 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Esther G.Greater London · 6 years caring“I have spent six years providing hourly and overnight care across Greater London, and over that time I have supported people with a wide range of needs, from dementia, Parkinson's and physical disability to schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism and learning…”£22 an hourProfile →
Margaret N.London · 21 years caring“During this time, as a live-in carer, I have cared for people with different types of health conditions and different care needs from clients with dementia, Alzheimer’s, MS, Parkinson’s and peg feeding, to Learning disabilities, elderly clients etc.”£18 an hourProfile →
Baker S.London · 10 years caring“Alongside companionship, I support people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, diabetes and a wide range of other conditions.”£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 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 13 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Anita A.Greater London · 22 years caring“I have experience working with the NHS and at Morley Hospital, where I developed valuable healthcare and patient support skills.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Shirley H.London · 6 years caring“I offer hourly visiting care across London, and over the years I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness and cancer, as well as those recovering from operations or living…”£18 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Jade R.London · 3 years caring“I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, and a range of physical conditions including osteoporosis, arthritis and post operative recovery, alongside those who are bedbound or facing declining mobility.”£34 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 10 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Andres Felipe C.London · 15 years caring“My extensive range of skills enables me to offer personalised care services that include personal care, cooking, cleaning, medication administration, childcare, budgeting, and end of life care.”£18.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Gloria K.London · 7 years caring“Over the years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, arthritis and orthopaedic injuries, as well as those needing end of life care, help with mobility, or support after surgery.”£18.80 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Blessing O.London · 13 years caring“I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, COPD, arthritis and many other conditions, including end of life care.”£19 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
“Carla is exceptionally really and and honestly made my Mum’s last 18 months the best they could possibly be. She was not only an amazing Carer to my mum but also her friend and companion, her supporter and her challenger sometimes but every way making my mum’s life better. She is incredibly efficient and strong and never hesitated when she needed to make a tough decision.”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Greenwich
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 offer overnight care.
- £160 to £190 for a sleeping night and £165 to £250 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 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 34 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.
- 98 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Greenwich.
- A week here costs £988 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Eniola A.London · 16 years caring£172 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Issatou B.Greater London · 6 years caring£150 a day1 reviewProfile →
Moud D.London · 23 years caring“I have been a carer for over 15 years, I currently work as a live-in carer for a wonderful family.”£150 a dayProfile →
“Usha rapidly became 'one of the family' and is sorely missed. Her compassion continued well after the sad passing of our elderly mum and I can say that she went 'over and above' what is expected of a carer.”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Greenwich
23 of the 28 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, and 5 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 £988 to £1,120 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 Greenwich 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 Greenwich
93 home care agencies for older people in Greenwich
49 private carers near Greenwich
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 Greenwich profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Greenwich
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 Greenwich sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Greenwich ask about the types of care
49 carers within about 45 minutes of Greenwich offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 30 care homes in Greenwich take older people, 11 of them with nursing and 10 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 30 care homes in Greenwich that take older people, 11 provide nursing. 10 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 Greenwich sets out each route.