Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Haringey, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Haringey charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Haringey
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £21 an hour31 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £21 an hour3,006 carers within about 45 minutes of Haringey
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night39 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,159 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week13 homes without nursing in Haringey
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week2 nursing homes in Haringey
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Haringey charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Haringey. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Haringey
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.
- 3,006 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Haringey, charging £19 to £21 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 18 of the 58 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Judy N.10 years caring“I offer hourly visits, live-in and overnight care, and I'm comfortable with the full range of personal care, from bathing and dressing to catheter and colostomy care, moving and handling, and medication reminders.”£20 an hourProfile →
Jahdel W.Greater London · 18 years caring“I’m dedicated to preserving dignity, comfort, and independence through person-centered routines, clear communication, and proactive problem-solving.”£21 an hourProfile →
Sarah N.Greater London · 2 years caring“I am based in Greater London and offer hourly and visiting care, live-in care and overnight support, and I speak both English and Luganda, which has helped me connect with a wider range of clients and families.”£20.60 an hourProfile →
“Violet is a kind and positive, caring person and we are lucky and delighted to have her caring for our 96 year old grandmother. She is punctual (even arriving early to ensure that she could be fully familiar with everything) and polite and patient. She is also a very interesting person to chat with over a cup of coffee.”
“Over the time he spent with them he got to know our parents very well and became like part of the family, even joining in family celebrations. Abdu comes highly recommended by us all.”
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, 31 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Julia S.London · 7 years caring“If you would like a carer who will bring genuine company along with practical support, I would be glad to meet you or your family and talk through what you need.”£20 an hour6 reviewsProfile →
Adiam R.London · 12 years caring“For me, companionship sits at the heart of the job. I enjoy cooking and baking, and I like sharing that with clients where I can, whether that means baking together or simply making a meal and sitting down to eat it side by side.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Monique Marie Pascale C.London · 4 years caring“Companionship is what I care about most. Whether it's cooking a meal together, pottering in the garden, going for a walk or simply sitting over a cup of tea and a chat, I try to make each visit feel like good company rather than a list of jobs.”£20 an hour4 reviewsProfile →
“The interaction she gives my mother is incredible, singing, dancing, taking her to groups, on plenty of walks which mum always loves. She keeps mum very active in body and mind which is exactly what we wanted to keep the mum we knew before the dementia coming out, we were not sure we would find someone to do that but we have in Joyce. She is caring and gentle with mum and I could not recommend her highly enough!”
“I found this "Talking Therapy" very uplifting and very therapeutic. Edward has shown maturity and commitment, and I am very happy to get to know him. I am sure that I will contact him again in due course as I am fully satisfied with him. I would recommend Edward to any prospective employers or users as he is a very respectable and knows his subject very well. My final words are "A Big Thank you. Well done!!! "”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Haringey
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, 40 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Shumana A.10 years caring“I've supported people through dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, anxiety, depression and end of life care, and I'm comfortable with personal care too, including bathing, dressing, catheter care and help with eating and drinking.”£21 an hourProfile →
Comfort B.London · 10 years caring“I'm equally comfortable with practical tasks like bathing, dressing, medication reminders and catheter care as I am simply sitting down for a chat.”£19 an hourProfile →
Rahma M.London · 13 years caring“Day to day that covers bathing, hoist assistance, catheter care and PEG feeding, medication reminders and help with dressing, alongside the cooking, cleaning and laundry that keep a home ticking over.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
“After feeling stuck for a long time without any proper support, I finally have hope, and she has already helped to restore my confidence and my dignity. As well as being very professional, Julia is also very very funny, which helps to put your mind at ease and will be of great benefit to those of us who are not used to being cared for, and who may feel anxious.”
“She is reliable and caring, she pays attention and learns quickly. I really enjoyed having Helen to help me care for my son and my son liked her too. l recommend her unreservedly she is brilliant!”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Haringey
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, 38 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Aminah M.London · 14 years caring“I have worked with clients who suffer from dementia, Parkinson's, learning disabilities, disabled, eating disorders mental health etc My hobbies are exercising, going for walks in the park, watching TV, cooking, listening to music and news.”£18.80 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Helen D.London · 18 years caring“I have a lot of experience in Dementia/Vascular Dementia and Parkinson's Disease. As well as experience in FND ( Functional Neurological Disorder), heart problems, seizures, arthritis,rheumatoid arthritis and cerebral pulsy.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Cherry Fe Zamora P.London · 14 years caring“I have worked in care across London for 14 years, in hourly visiting roles, live-in placements and overnight care, and I have learned that consistency and a calm manner count for a great deal, especially with people living with dementia, Parkinson's or the…”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
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, 38 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Tamar B.London · 20 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care, and I have supported people through a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, diabetes, arthritis, mobility loss and end of life care.”£19 an hourProfile →
Marsha O.25 years caring“I stay calm when things get difficult, which matters in this line of work, and I have supported people through dementia, stroke, heart disease, cancer and end of life care, as well as day to day help with mobility, medication and personal care.”£20 an hourProfile →
Ali K.London · 10 years caring“I have worked with patients with Colostomy, catheters, cancer, Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Pacemaker, stroke, High & Low blood pressure and able to monitor their vital signs.”£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 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 20 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Edward K.London · 18 years caring“I have acquired experience, working with clients with learning difficulties, disability, challenging behavior, mental health, incontinence, Autism and epilepsy, in care homes, residential settings hospitals, day centers, supported living and as live-in carer.”£18.80 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Meshech Rainboww W.London · 5 years caring“What I find most rewarding is being trusted with more complex care needs, whether that's someone living with motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis, a spinal injury or recovering after a stroke.”£25.10 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Maria Z.London · 16 years caring“That range, from post-operative recovery to end of life care, stroke, heart disease and conditions like COPD, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis, has given me a steady sense of what people need at each stage, and the confidence to adapt as things change.”£21.50 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 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Ann R.London · 9 years caring“Over the years I've supported people with all sorts of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis and mobility problems, as well as end of life care.”£21.50 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Suzanne S.London · 9 years caring“I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's-type conditions, stroke, MS and heart disease, as well as those needing end of life care, and I have learnt that patience and a level tone matter as much as any practical skill.”£20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Alina S.London · 2 years caring“I'm based in London and offer hourly and overnight care, and in two years I've supported people with a wide range of needs, from stroke and heart disease to epilepsy, bipolar disorder and end of life care.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“Esther and her sister cared for my Mother for the last five years of her life(she was 97 when she died). Esther was exemplary - caring, attentive, reliable and, importantly, patient and sensitive; she undertook all tasks, some bathroom related, without complaint. We cannot praise her highly enough.”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Haringey
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, 39 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Shriduttkumar M.London · 10 years caringDoes nights2 reviewsProfile →
Olukemi Funlola A.London · 6 years caring“I am based in London and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and in that time I have supported people through a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, multiple sclerosis, respiratory illness and end of life care, as well as…”Does nightsProfile →
Fatuma N.London · 17 years caring“Over that time I've moved through hourly visits, live-in placements and overnight care, and settled for several years now into a role I've stayed in because it suits how I work, with commitment rather than restlessness.”Does nightsProfile →
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, 39 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Elizabeth N.London · 4 years caring“Those quieter pleasures matter to me, and I like bringing that same sense of ease into my work as a carer in London, where I offer hourly, live-in and overnight support.”£20 an hourProfile →
Esther S.18 years caring£17.50 an hourProfile →
Grace W.London · 7 years caring£20.39 an hourProfile →
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 within about an hour of Haringey.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,159 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 53 nearest carers with a full profile, 19 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Salamatu V.15 years caring“That instinct to show up for people has carried me through more than fifteen years as an NHS healthcare assistant, and now through my own hourly, live-in and overnight care work, where I support people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis,…”£160 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Violet J.London · 45 years caring£150 a day1 reviewProfile →
Esther C.London · 3 years caring£160 a day1 reviewProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Haringey
12 of the 15 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, and 3 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 £1,159 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 Haringey 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 Haringey
52 home care agencies for older people in Haringey
3,006 private carers near Haringey
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 Haringey profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Haringey
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 Haringey sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Haringey ask about the types of care
3,006 carers within about 45 minutes of Haringey offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 15 care homes in Haringey take older people, 2 of them with nursing and 4 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 15 care homes in Haringey that take older people, 2 provide nursing. 4 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 Haringey sets out each route.
