Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Gwynedd, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Gwynedd charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Gwynedd
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £21 an hour6 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £21 an hour8 carers across the wider region around Gwynedd
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £165 a night6 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,171 a week100 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 Gwynedd charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 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 Gwynedd
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.
- 8 carers are based across the wider region around Gwynedd, charging £19 to £21 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 4 of the 8 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
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…”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Mergan M.Wrexham · 5 years caring“Based in Wrexham, I offer hourly visits and overnight care, and over five years I have worked in both private homes and care homes, which has taught me to settle into different households and routines without losing that consistency.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Temitope S.Denbighshire · 3 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care across Denbighshire, and over three years I have worked across independent living settings and care facilities, which has given me a broad, practical grounding in supporting people well.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 7 nearest carers with a full profile, 6 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Hannah C.“I enjoy being with people,so I am happy to help with all aspects of care and to be a companion I am also happy to help with some cleaning.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
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…”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Temitope S.Denbighshire · 3 years caring“Day to day, I help with bathing, toileting, dressing, catheter care and moving and handling, alongside medication reminders, cooking, laundry and companionship.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“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 care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Gwynedd
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 7 nearest carers with a full profile, 5 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Roshen M.Wrexham · 3 years caring“Day to day I help with washing, dressing, moving and handling, medication reminders, meals, laundry and general household tasks, along with hoist use and toileting where needed.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Mergan M.Wrexham · 5 years caring“Day to day I help with the full range of personal care, from bathing, dressing and toileting to hoist assistance and catheter care, alongside medication reminders, cooking and light housework.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Temitope S.Denbighshire · 3 years caring“Day to day, I help with bathing, toileting, dressing, catheter care and moving and handling, alongside medication reminders, cooking, laundry and companionship.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Gwynedd
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 7 nearest carers with a full profile, 6 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Tsitsi H.Wrexham · 6 years caring“Over six years I've supported people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, Parkinson's, physical disabilities and end of life care, and I speak both English and Shona.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
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 →
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 →
“She goes above and beyond to make things comfortable and easier for both her client and the family. She has a wealth of knowledge and is incredibly hard working, we will always be grateful to her. If Camille is successful in her appointment with you you will not regret it. Please feel free to contact me should you have any further questions”
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 7 nearest carers with a full profile, 6 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Tsitsi H.Wrexham · 6 years caring“Over six years I've supported people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, Parkinson's, physical disabilities and end of life care, and I speak both English and Shona.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
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 →
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 →
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 7 nearest carers with a full profile, 2 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
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 →
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 7 nearest carers with a full profile, 4 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
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 →
Tsitsi H.Wrexham · 6 years caring“Over six years I've supported people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, Parkinson's, physical disabilities and end of life care, and I speak both English and Shona.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
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 →
“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 Gwynedd
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 7 nearest carers with a full profile, 6 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £165 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
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…”Does nights1 reviewProfile →
Mergan M.Wrexham · 5 years caring“Based in Wrexham, I offer hourly visits and overnight care, and over five years I have worked in both private homes and care homes, which has taught me to settle into different households and routines without losing that consistency.”Does nights1 reviewProfile →
Temitope S.Denbighshire · 3 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care across Denbighshire, and over three years I have worked across independent living settings and care facilities, which has given me a broad, practical grounding in supporting people well.”Does nights1 reviewProfile →
Respite care
Cover so the person who does the caring can stop for a while, from a few visits to a fortnight.
- Of the 7 nearest carers with a full profile, 6 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
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…”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Mergan M.Wrexham · 5 years caring“Based in Wrexham, I offer hourly visits and overnight care, and over five years I have worked in both private homes and care homes, which has taught me to settle into different households and routines without losing that consistency.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Temitope S.Denbighshire · 3 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care across Denbighshire, and over three years I have worked across independent living settings and care facilities, which has given me a broad, practical grounding in supporting people well.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“She is an exemplary carer, she is knowledgable empathetic and very respectful in the home. She cooks nutritious tasty meals to encourage food intake. Camille is the only person I would fully trust to take care of my parents and live in our home. I would recommend Camille without hesitation.”
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 across the wider region around Gwynedd.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,171 with our fee included, typically £1,075.
- Of the 7 nearest carers with a full profile, 3 also do live-in care as well as visits.
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 →
Tracey B.Bangor · 2 years caring“My working week is varied by design, moving between hourly visits, overnight stays and live-in placements across Bangor, which suits me well because I enjoy building a proper routine with the person I am looking after rather than just popping in and out.”£175 a dayProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Gwynedd
Care homes in Gwynedd 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 £1,015 to £1,171 a week.
Elderly care in Gwynedd 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 Gwynedd
Home care agencies
8 private carers near Gwynedd
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 Gwynedd profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Gwynedd
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 Gwynedd ask about the types of care
8 carers across the wider region around Gwynedd 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 £1,075 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.
