Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Lambeth, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Lambeth charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Lambeth
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £21 an hour29 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £21 an hour544 carers within about 45 minutes of Lambeth
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £165 a night29 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,120 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week9 homes without nursing in Lambeth
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week7 nursing homes in Lambeth
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Lambeth charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Lambeth. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Lambeth
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.
- 544 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Lambeth, charging £19 to £21 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 7 of the 48 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Isatu K.London · 3 years caring“I'm equally comfortable with someone who simply wants company and conversation as with more hands-on personal care, and I try to fit around each person's routine rather than the other way round.”£18.89 an hourProfile →
Shifah N.London · 5 years caring“I once supported someone with a high-level spinal cord injury who felt frustrated after losing their independence following a hospital discharge.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Mimi M.City of Westminster · 5 years caring“Day to day, I visit clients in their own homes to help with meals, medication reminders, washing and dressing, and the small household tasks that keep life running smoothly, alongside companionship, conversation and just being good company over a cup of tea.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
“She is a genuine, kind and caring person, full of warmth and love. Ese takes her work really seriously and has been very adaptable as my mothers needs progressed and varied. Nothing has been too much for her and she provided feedback to me regularly. I have come to see Ese as part of the family and would highly recommend her to anyone wanting a trustworthy, reliable and instinctive carer.”
“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.”
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, 29 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Ese E.London · 23 years caring“I thoroughly enjoy keeping my clients company and enjoy helping with personal care, shopping, cooking, attending appointments and doing various activities according to my client's needs.”£21.50 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Latoyah R.London · 16 years caring“I am Level 3 & 4 qualified and have previously worked as a senior carer within a residential care home setting, community care and provided companionship and domestic care services.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Michael A.10 years caring“I also like to walk, cook, bake and talk over a bit of music or television, small things that make good company.”£18.80 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.”
“Jeli B is an excellent carer, she is attentive, friendly and helpful. Jeli B makes my mum feel comfortable and relaxed and she is extremely reliable and hardworking. Jeli B is always punctual and attends every scheduled visit. My mum appreciates her kindness and patience and is so grateful to have her. Thank you Jeli B”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Lambeth
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, 31 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Ashley.Kip L.London · 10 years caring“Day to day, my work often includes PEG feeding, wound dressing, colostomy care and nebulizer support, always delivered with patience and clear communication.”£20 an hourProfile →
Wilo S.London · 5 years caring“My experience includes helping clients with personal care tasks, administering medication, preparing meals or snacks and feeding, assisting with incontinence, shopping, house-work tasks and laundry.”£20 an hourProfile →
Fatimat Abidemi O.London · 15 years caring“Alongside that, I am comfortable with the practical and personal side of care, including bathing, dressing, moving and handling, medication reminders, catheter and tracheostomy care, and the everyday tasks like cleaning and laundry that keep a home running…”£18.50 an hourProfile →
“When my step-father was dying and not any longer at home she made sure they spoke on the phone. This effort she made still moves me to tears. She understands Dementia and how it affects human beings-how it can make them. She is endlessly patient. My Mother trusted her and found her absence hard to deal with. She could also be trusted with money.”
“Nicola is BRILLIANT. Everything is going like clockwork since she started as a carer for me. I am often in a lot of pain and she understands and works accordingly. She is extremely pleasant and extremely clean. I would have no hesitation in recommending her to anyone. Margaret Berry.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Lambeth
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, 29 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Jennifer N.London · 15 years caring£21 an hourProfile →
Beverley J.London“I support people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery and diabetes, as well as helping with mobility, bathing, dressing and medication reminders.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Bertha Yvette G.London · 5 years caring“I offer both hourly and live-in care, and over the years I have supported clients with dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, heart disease and a range of physical and mobility conditions, alongside end of life care.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“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!”
“Maria cared for my elderly aunt from 2017 until she passed away in 2020. My aunt had complex care needs having suffered a stroke which left her paralysed down her right side. She also suffered from dementia. Maria was fabulous with my aunt and enabled her to fulfil her wish of remaining in her own home until she passed away. I cannot recommend Maria highly enough.”
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, 24 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Jeli B.London · 9 years caring“I support people living with dementia, mobility difficulties, diabetes, Parkinson’s, and a wide range of other conditions.”£30 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Josephine Z.London · 6 years caring“I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and other physical conditions, as well as those needing end of life care, and I know that the conversation and the company often matter just as much as the practical help.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Osarodion O.London · 3 years caring“I'm based in London and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, with three years of experience across a wide range of conditions including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and arthritis, among others.”£18.80 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 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 12 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Nicola R.London · 5 years caring“I have been an outreach worker placing young people with learning difficulties in further education and have been volunteering in the Cancer Unit at Guys Hospital, I believe it is important to encourage all clients to engage in conversation in order to…”£22.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Grace D.London · 2 years caring“Day to day, I support people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, arthritis and heart disease, as well as those recovering from surgery or living with reduced mobility.”£17.80 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
MuiMin C.20 years caring“Over the years I have supported people recovering from broken bones and brain injuries, as well as those living with diabetes, osteoporosis, poor mobility or chronic fatigue.”£25 an hourProfile →
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.
Joyce C.Greater London · 25 years caring“I've supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, diabetes, respiratory illness and heart conditions, among others, as well as those needing end of life care, and I'm comfortable with wound dressing, catheter and colostomy care too.”£20 an hour4 reviewsProfile →
Maryan A.London · 11 years caring“Over eleven years I have supported people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis, respiratory illness and end of life care.”£20.10 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 →
“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 Lambeth
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, 29 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £165 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, 33 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Rugiatu M.15 years caring“I have been working in the care sector for around 15 years,working in the community, care homes and as a private live in carer.”£20 an hourProfile →
Francis M.London · 10 years caring“Based in London, I offer hourly visits and overnight care, and over the years I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, learning disabilities and autism, as well as diabetes, epilepsy, respiratory illness, arthritis and end of life care.”£20 an hourProfile →
Siham A.London · 4 years caring“That is the kind of atmosphere I try to bring into my work as a carer in London, whether I am visiting for a few hours or staying overnight.”£19 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 Lambeth.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 43 nearest carers with a full profile, 18 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Julia Hazvinei L.London · 10 years caring“Ten years on, that still drives how I work across London, offering hourly visits, overnight support and live-in care depending on what someone needs.”£135 a day4 reviewsProfile →
Sonia Maureen M.18 years caring£200 a day1 reviewProfile →
Zenaida C.London · 5 years caring“My week is built around the rhythm of the people I support, whether that means popping in for hourly visits, moving in for a spell of live-in care, or sitting through the night on overnight shifts across London.”£148 a day1 reviewProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Lambeth
12 of the 15 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 1 of them 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 £1,120 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 Lambeth 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 Lambeth
51 home care agencies for older people in Lambeth
544 private carers near Lambeth
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 Lambeth profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Lambeth
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 Lambeth sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Lambeth ask about the types of care
544 carers within about 45 minutes of Lambeth offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 16 care homes in Lambeth take older people, 7 of them with nursing and 6 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 16 care homes in Lambeth that take older people, 7 provide nursing. 6 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 Lambeth sets out each route.
