Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Lewisham, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Lewisham charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Lewisham
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £20 an hour23 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £20 an hour2,784 carers within about 45 minutes of Lewisham
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night32 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,001 to £1,120 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week21 homes without nursing in Lewisham
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week6 nursing homes in Lewisham
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Lewisham charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, September 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Lewisham. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Lewisham
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.
- 2,784 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Lewisham, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 13 of the 53 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Baker S.London · 10 years caring£20 an hourProfile →
Ibiyemi A.London · 10 years caring“I'm based in London and offer both hourly visiting care and overnight care, and over the years I've supported people with an enormous range of needs, from dementia and stroke recovery to Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, spinal injuries and mental health…”£18 an hourProfile →
Chantel N.London · 10 years caring“I like a good chat, some music on in the background, or just being there so a person does not feel alone in their own home.”£20 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.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 23 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Soraia Patricia R.London · 18 years caring“I am comfortable with personal care, moving and handling, medication reminders, PEG and catheter care, and I take just as much care over cooking, laundry and simple companionship.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
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 →
Grace D.London · 2 years caring“My work covers the full picture of personal care, from washing, dressing and toileting to medication reminders, hoist assistance and catheter care, alongside cooking, laundry and simply keeping someone company.”£17.80 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
“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.”
“From the moment met Andres could tell he had a calming, caring nature. He plays instruments which is great as music can be great therapy. My son who he is caring for automatically welcomed Andres and can be heard laughing & having fun with Andres. I would highly recommend him & especially for adolescents he has good knowledge & background of SEN children.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Lewisham
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 28 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Bernice R.London · 13 years caring“I am happy to help with all daily tasks, from grocery shopping and light cleaning to laundry and all aspects of personal care.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Loveness M.Greater London · 20 years caring“Her proficiency in daily caregiving tasks, from personal care to companionship, is complemented by her commitment to fostering independence and well-being.”£20 an hourProfile →
Esther G.Greater London · 6 years caring“That breadth means I rarely feel out of my depth, whether the priority is medication reminders and personal care or simply steady company through a difficult day.”£22 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.”
“It was clear that my husband felt safe and comfortable in her care and enjoyed being with her. I felt confident to leave him, and my home, in Esther’s care and I am more than happy to provide this reference.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Lewisham
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 24 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Maureen S.Bromley · 19 years caring“I have a lot of experience caring for people with dementia, traumatic brain injury, learning disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders.”£19 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Shaluza M.London · 10 years caring“My experience covers a broad span of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness and cancer, as well as supporting people recovering from operations or living with reduced mobility, including those who are bedbound.”£20 an hourProfile →
Aina S.London · 10 years caring“Over ten years in London, I've supported people through a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, heart disease, cancer and respiratory illness.”£19 an hourProfile →
“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.”
“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.”
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 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 23 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Shirley H.London · 6 years caring“I offer hourly visiting care across London, and over the years I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness and cancer, as well as those recovering from operations or living…”£18 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Amina K.London · 10 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, diabetes and arthritis, as well as those who are bedbound or nearing the end of life.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Oluwakemi Margaret S.London · 21 years caring“Over the years I've supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and heart disease, as well as those managing diabetes, epilepsy, respiratory illness and mobility issues from bedbound care through to recovery after orthopaedic injuries.”£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 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 18 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Esther J.London · 8 years caring“My experience covers physical needs too, from hoist assistance and catheter care to mobility support for people who are bedbound or recovering from orthopaedic injuries.”£19.20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Anita A.Greater London · 22 years caring“I have experience working with the NHS and at Morley Hospital, where I developed valuable healthcare and patient support skills.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Ngbede A.London · 4 years caring“Based in London, I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and over four years I have supported people through dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, post operative recovery and much more, always trying to meet each person where they are.”£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 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 11 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Carla A.Greater London · 13 years caring“My background is Phycology and I have recently completed my NVQ level 3 in Understanding Dementia and level 2 Understanding Cancer Support, Level 3 Principles of End of Life Care.”£30 an hour5 reviewsProfile →
Andres Felipe C.London · 15 years caring“My extensive range of skills enables me to offer personalised care services that include personal care, cooking, cleaning, medication administration, childcare, budgeting, and end of life care.”£18 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 →
“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 Lewisham
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 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 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 34 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Morankiyo D.13 years caring£16.50 an hourProfile →
Winfred M.London · 3 years caring“I'm based in London and offer hourly, visiting and overnight care. Over the past three years I've worked in care homes and in people's own homes, so I've learned to fit around each person rather than the other way round.”£20 an hourProfile →
Kuburat Olakorede M.London · 6 years caring“I still remember the rhythm of my days in a care home: helping someone wash and dress in the morning, making sure teeth were brushed, beds changed, pads seen to, breakfast eaten, then working through gentle exercises together.”£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 Lewisham.
- A week here costs £1,001 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 20 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Eniola A.London · 16 years caring£172 a day2 reviewsProfile →
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.”£155 a day1 reviewProfile →
Victoria Ann Marie C.14 years caring“I offer hourly visits, live-in care and overnight care, so families can choose whatever fits their situation.”£150 a day1 reviewProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Lewisham
24 of the 26 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, and 2 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 £1,001 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 Lewisham 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 Lewisham
70 home care agencies for older people in Lewisham
2,784 private carers near Lewisham
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 Lewisham profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Lewisham
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 Lewisham sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Lewisham ask about the types of care
2,784 carers within about 45 minutes of Lewisham offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 27 care homes in Lewisham take older people, 6 of them with nursing and 18 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 27 care homes in Lewisham that take older people, 6 provide nursing. 18 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 Lewisham sets out each route.