Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Halton, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Halton charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Halton
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £21 an hour36 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £21 an hour1,398 carers within about 45 minutes of Halton
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night46 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,162 a week83 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week13 homes without nursing in Halton
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week6 nursing homes in Halton
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Halton charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Halton. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Halton
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.
- 1,398 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Halton, charging £19 to £21 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 44 of the 57 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Deborah B.Wirral · 2 years caring“I am based in the Wirral and offer hourly visiting care, live-in care and overnight care, and I speak both English and Spanish.”£20 an hourProfile →
Ana P.Birkenhead · 8 years caring“Over eight years of visiting care in Birkenhead, I've learned that the small moments matter most.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Ashely T.Winsford · 9 years caring“But the heart of my work is much simpler than that: I like encouraging people to keep up hobbies and activities in their own home, and doing them together.”£20.50 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
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 36 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Inaune H.Skelmersdale · 2 years caring“My working week is a mix of hourly visits, overnight stays and longer live-in placements, and it's the companionship side of the job I enjoy most, whether that's sitting down for a proper chat or getting someone out for a walk.”£18 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Beatrice J.Manchester · 10 years caring“Whether I'm helping someone get washed and dressed, managing medication, or just sitting down for a chat, I try to make the day feel a little easier and a little more ordinary.”£18.50 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 →
“Hannah was the first carer we have used via PrimeCarers - and she has been a joy to work with! Her communication to arrange visits etc has been great, she is always punctual and has cared well for my Grandparents for both overnight and daytime care. She is very friendly and a joy to have around. She works hard and looks after both the physical and mental needs of her patients.”
“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 Halton
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 43 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 →
Gabriel E.Liverpool · 2 years caring“I am confident with hands-on personal care such as bathing, dressing, moving and handling, and hoist use, as well as the quieter tasks like medication reminders, cooking, laundry and keeping on top of admin.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Kaddy D.Manchester · 8 years caring“I'm comfortable with hands-on tasks such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders and hoist or catheter care, though I should say plainly that I'm not a nurse and don't have nursing training, so I'm always upfront with families about what I can offer.”£19 an hourProfile →
“I needed help in Asda, I found Any to be kind caring with heart of gold. I had assistance with eating and drinking and shopping. Nothing was too much trouble for Amy. To sum up Amy is a absolute credit to family friends clients and most of all her self. Amy is a 1 in a million carer and looking forward to future visits that I have booked on here.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Halton
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 46 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Amy-Jayne F.Salford · 10 years caring“I have experience with a range of care needs, including dementia, learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorders.”£25 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
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 →
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 →
“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 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 40 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Hannah Jayne D.Wigan · 4 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and a wide range of physical and mental health conditions, and I am equally comfortable with personal care such as bathing, dressing and medication reminders as I am sitting quietly with someone or…”£20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Gary W.Wallasey · 10 years caring“I have experience with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis and heart disease, and I am comfortable with the practical side of care such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders and moving and handling.”£20 an hourProfile →
Humaira K.Manchester · 9 years caring“Over nine years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and cancer, as well as those recovering from strokes or orthopaedic injuries, living with respiratory illness or needing end of life care.”£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 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 21 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Camille F.Manchester · 25 years caring“Over the years I've worked alongside people managing dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis and many other conditions, always trying to see the person first and shape my care around what matters to them.”£19.50 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
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 →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 24 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.”£20 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 Halton
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 46 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 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 46 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Tandiwe M.Manchester · 33 years caring“I offer hourly visits and overnight care, and I speak English and Shona. Whatever the situation, I stay calm and steady, and I always ask families for as much information as possible, because that is how I give the best support to each person.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
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 →
Eunice Abimbola O.Liverpool · 5 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care, and I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, diabetes, mobility needs and end of life care.”£25 an hourProfile →
“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.
- 83 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Halton.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,162 with our fee included, typically £1,061.
- Of the 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 23 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 →
Trudi M.Birkenhead · 5 years caring£166 a day1 reviewProfile →
Sikiru Michael A.Manchester · 2 years caring“I'm based in Manchester and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I try to bring the same calm, gentle approach whatever the day involves.”£159 a day2 reviewsProfile →
“When my father passed away she was very compassionate with mom and was so supportive and kind. Mom regarded her as her best friend and felt safe in her company. When mom was poorly she gave her support & love beyond her duty as her carer. Portia has a kind nature and very experienced as a carer. She is a lovely cook and prepared lovely meals for my parents.”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Halton
13 of the 19 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, and 6 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 £1,162 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 Halton 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 Halton
11 home care agencies for older people in Halton
1,398 private carers near Halton
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 Halton profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Halton
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 Halton sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Halton ask about the types of care
1,398 carers within about 45 minutes of Halton offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 19 care homes in Halton take older people, 6 of them with nursing and 13 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,061 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 19 care homes in Halton that take older people, 6 provide nursing. 13 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 Halton sets out each route.