Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Hampshire, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Hampshire charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Hampshire
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £22 an hour23 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £22 an hour35 carers within about 45 minutes of Hampshire
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £165 a night18 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,050 to £1,155 a week37 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from home£1,548 a week209 homes without nursing in Hampshire
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shift£1,885 a week150 nursing homes in Hampshire
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Hampshire charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Hampshire. Care home fees are the median of the homes here that publish them.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Hampshire
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.
- 35 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Hampshire, charging £19 to £22 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 22 of the 33 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Daniela N.Southampton · 6 years caring£21.50 an hourProfile →
Christian O.Southampton“I'm based in Southampton and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care to people who want to stay settled in their own homes.”£19 an hourProfile →
“Samuel is an incredibly kind;conscientious and effective carer. My husband looks forward to his visits and we enjoy his company as well as being grateful for the respectful and expert care he provides. He also provides a lightness when appropriate and shares our sense of humour and we all manage to have a laugh at times which I think is invaluable to my husbands wellbeing. He is invaluable to us Jill”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 29 nearest carers with a full profile, 23 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Patricia W.New Forest · 12 years caring“I'm comfortable with personal care, mobility support, medication and the practical side of things like cooking and laundry, but I never let that crowd out the conversation and the laughs along the way.”£25 an hourProfile →
Joyce D.Andover · 14 years caring“My day-to-day care covers a wide range of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to mobility support, personal care and helping with medication, but I always try to leave time for company and conversation, not just tasks.”£19.89 an hourProfile →
Ivan M.Midhurst · 5 years caring“My strength is five years of steady, hands-on experience in people's own homes, and a genuine liking for the company side of the work.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
“He stayed with her throughout the pandemic, refusing to visit his own family, who lived nearby, to reduce the risk of infection. He always kept the family informed and kept meticulous notes. He had an excellent relationship with my sister and also with the local GP who allowed Jaison to be put directly through to him as his judgements were valued. The house was kept neat and tidy and he looked after the cat as well.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Hampshire
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 29 nearest carers with a full profile, 25 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Ayodeji O.Southampton · 5 years caring£18.80 an hourProfile →
Deborah D.Portsmouth · 3 years caring“I really like talking to the residents as I assist them, & getting to know them, & their personal care & dietary preferences.”£20 an hourProfile →
Christiana M.Southampton · 3 years caring“I am happy to be a companion or assist with all personal care”£19 an hourProfile →
“Throughout this process Merjury has given first class, conscientious, reliable and compassionate care. Merjury cooks healthy, nutritious meals from scratch and is able to adjust these to meet a person's changing needs. She provides thorough personal care with hygiene and comfort as a priority. She takes the initiative with any signs of illness, making timely contact with medical services.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Hampshire
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 29 nearest carers with a full profile, 21 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Daisy P.13 years caring“I've spent 13 years doing hourly and visiting care, and in that time I've supported people with a huge range of conditions, from dementia and stroke to Parkinson's, diabetes, spinal injury, mental health conditions such as anxiety and schizophrenia, and end of…”£25 an hourProfile →
Obi N.Southampton · 7 years caring“That has taught me to stay calm and adaptable, whether I am supporting someone living with dementia, helping after a stroke, or assisting with catheter care and mobility.”£20 an hourProfile →
Oluwagbeminiyi A.Southampton · 2 years caring“I have experience supporting people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and heart disease, as well as arthritis, osteoporosis and other mobility conditions.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“She did not leave my mum’s side for three weeks as she slowly deteriorated and passed away Absolutely outstanding,I really can’t speak highly enough about her I hope this is helpful Yours John damp”
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 29 nearest carers with a full profile, 20 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Olivia W.Bordon · 3 years caring“I offer hourly, visiting care in Bordon, and over three years I have supported people with a wide range of needs, from dementia, Parkinson's and stroke to diabetes, epilepsy and mobility difficulties, as well as mental health conditions like anxiety and…”£22.50 an hourProfile →
Butholezwe N.Southampton · 10 years caring“I have worked in hourly and visiting care for ten years, and in that time I have supported people with a huge range of conditions, from dementia, stroke and Parkinson's to arthritis, respiratory illness, cancer and end of life care.”£20 an hourProfile →
Sterline K.Basingstoke · 19 years caring“I am based in Basingstoke and offer hourly and overnight visiting care, and over nineteen years I have supported people through dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, MS and many other conditions, as well as end of life care.”£21.30 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 29 nearest carers with a full profile, 9 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Nina R.Ringwood · 14 years caring“That decision has shaped the last 12 years, working as a hands-on carer across general hospitals, neuro hospitals, care homes and the community, and it is still the part of the job I find most rewarding.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Cheryl P.Fareham · 21 years caring“In 21 years I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis and mobility difficulties.”£20 an hourProfile →
Victoria H.Romsey · 25 years caring“Alongside companionship, I support people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis and declining mobility, as well as helping with medication, personal care and light housework.”£22 an hourProfile →
“Nina looked after my aunt at very short notice on a weekend. Nina was patient, focussed on my aunt's physical well-being, and unfazed by what at the time was a new and uncertain situation for my aunt who was trying to settle in back at home after a nasty fall followed by a long hospital stay. She was of great help in a time of crisis.”
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 29 nearest carers with a full profile, 10 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Joanne T.Waterlooville · 30 years caring“Over the years I have supported people with dementia, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness, diabetes and physical disabilities, as well as those who are bedbound or nearing the end of life.”£19 an hourProfile →
Davina Lorraine G.Gosport · 12 years caring“One of the moments that has stayed with me is sitting with a client's family when they were told their parent was reaching end of life.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Oladapo F.Southampton · 15 years caring“Over 15 years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and end of life care, among many other conditions.”£25 an hourProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Hampshire
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 29 nearest carers with a full profile, 18 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £165 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Olabode Samuel O.Eastleigh · 5 years caring“Based in Eastleigh, I offer hourly and overnight care, and over the years I've supported people with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy, Down's syndrome and several other conditions.”Does nights4 reviewsProfile →
Tudor-Marius S.Eastleigh · 10 years caringDoes nights1 reviewProfile →
Ngaveje K.Wellow · 5 years caring“My working week is a mix of hourly visits and overnight stays around Wellow, and the part I enjoy most is the companionship, the conversations over a cup of tea or a shared meal that make a real difference to someone's day.”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 29 nearest carers with a full profile, 19 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Brandon J L.Basingstoke · 10 years caring“I am based in Basingstoke and offer hourly and overnight care, with ten years behind me supporting people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, mobility difficulties and mental health conditions such as anxiety and…”£21.50 an hourProfile →
Wael A.Fareham · 9 years caring“I'm based in Fareham and offer hourly visiting care, live-in care and overnight support, and over nine years I've supported people with a wide range of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, diabetes and end of life care.”£21 an hourProfile →
Leanne G.Bordon · 4 years caring“My week is usually a mix of hourly visits and overnight stays, and I find real satisfaction in both, whether that is helping someone start their morning at their own pace or simply being there through the night so they feel safe.”£19.50 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 37 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Hampshire.
- A week here costs £1,050 to £1,155 with our fee included, typically £1,117.
- Of the 29 nearest carers with a full profile, 10 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Kimberly G.Southampton · 10 years caring£170 a day1 reviewProfile →
Sandra B.Bordon · 42 years caring“I am based in Bordon and have spent 42 years caring for people in their own homes, offering hourly visits, live-in care and overnight support.”£150 a dayProfile →
Florence B.Ringwood · 20 years caring£175 a dayProfile →
“I cannot recommend Prisca highly enough, she is one in a million.”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Hampshire
269 of the 326 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 18 of them outstanding, and 57 are rated requires improvement or inadequate. The homes here that publish their fees charge a median of £1,548 a week for a residential place and £1,885 for nursing. A live-in carer here costs £1,050 to £1,155 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 Hampshire 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 Hampshire
311 home care agencies for older people in Hampshire
35 private carers near Hampshire
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 Hampshire profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Hampshire
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 Hampshire sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Hampshire ask about the types of care
35 carers within about 45 minutes of Hampshire offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 359 care homes in Hampshire take older people, 150 of them with nursing and 272 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,117 with our fee included, against a median of £1,548 for a care home place in Hampshire. 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 359 care homes in Hampshire that take older people, 150 provide nursing. 272 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 Hampshire sets out each route.