Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Norfolk, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Norfolk charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Norfolk
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £24 an hour17 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £24 an hour26 carers within about 45 minutes of Norfolk
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£160 to £250 a night11 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,040 to £1,190 a week37 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from home£1,000 a week200 homes without nursing in Norfolk
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week56 nursing homes in Norfolk
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Norfolk charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Norfolk. Care home fees are the median of the homes here that publish them.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Norfolk
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.
- 26 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Norfolk, charging £19 to £24 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 19 of the 24 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Ruby N.Broadland · 20 years caring“I like to take things slowly and explain them clearly, whether that's talking through a routine or simply reassuring someone about what happens next.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Szvetlana M.Norwich · 8 years caring“They knew who was coming through the door, and I knew their routine inside out. That kind of continuity matters to me.”£19.20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Gurtej Singh C.Norwich · 4 years caring“I visit people in their own homes around Norwich, and I've found that slowing down, whether over a card game or simply a chat, often does as much good as any task on the list.”£18 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
“Not only was she professional, polite and efficient but she bought a lovely smile and laughter to my parents home. She treated them with the upmost respect while being interested in who they were as people and I really can't thank her enough.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 19 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Kardelen E.Norwich · 5 years caring“Whether you require companionship, personal care, assistance with daily living, or dementia support, I am committed to offering a safe, friendly, and dependable service.”£30 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Marian N.Dereham · 6 years caring“I help and support with personal care hygiene, mobility (including hoists), meal preparation, housekeeping, escorting to functions, social activities and companionship.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“My Mum could be very difficult but Jane kept calm and showed amazing patience with her. She was always caring, respectful and very loving. Jane was reliable and extremely hard-working. Jane's responsibilities involved getting Mum up, washed and dressed and putting Mum to bed which could be very trying and frustrating but Jane managed. She made Mum meals and administered Mum's medication.”
“Kardelan has looked after my husband who has dementia and is so good with him. She is cheerful and caring, initiating conversations with him and always smiling and asking him what he wants. I would highly recommend her.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Norfolk
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 19 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
- Ruby N.Broadland · 20 years caring“My days might include personal care such as bathing, dressing and medication reminders, moving and handling, catheter care, or simply cooking a meal and doing the laundry so someone's home runs smoothly.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
- Szvetlana M.Norwich · 8 years caring“I'm comfortable with personal care, moving and handling, catheter care and medication reminders, and I always make time for a proper conversation over a cup of tea.”£19.20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
- Gurtej Singh C.Norwich · 4 years caring“I'm confident with medication reminders, moving and handling, catheter care and wound dressing, and just as happy cooking a meal or sitting down for company as I am helping with personal care.”£18 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Norfolk
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 19 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about caring for someone with dementia.
- Ruby N.Broadland · 20 years caring“I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and heart conditions, as well as those recovering from surgery or living with anxiety and depression.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
- Szvetlana M.Norwich · 8 years caring“Over eight years I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, and conditions like COPD, osteoporosis and multiple sclerosis, as well as those needing end of life care or support after surgery.”£19.20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
- Gurtej Singh C.Norwich · 4 years caring“Over four years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, multiple sclerosis and a wide range of physical and mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression and schizophrenia.”£18 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
“Magda was always positive and proactive about trying new things to keep dad busy. She also introduced new ideas for keeping dad healthy. The most challenging character trait of my dad is that when he gets confused he can get angry and a little abusive. Anyone would find this very difficult over any length of time as did Magda but she persevered unbelievably to keep dad at home.”
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 19 nearest carers with a full profile, 14 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
- Gurtej Singh C.Norwich · 4 years caring“Over four years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, multiple sclerosis and a wide range of physical and mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression and schizophrenia.”£18 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Mary M.Norwich · 9 years caring“Over nine years I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, heart disease and respiratory illness, as well as those recovering from operations or living with declining mobility.”£19 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 19 nearest carers with a full profile, 8 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Thanh Nguyet D.Attleborough · 12 years caring“I have supported people through a huge range of conditions, from dementia and stroke recovery to Parkinson's, diabetes and heart disease, as well as end of life care, so I am comfortable adapting to whatever a visit needs.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Beverley H.Norwich · 8 years caring“I have spent time supporting a client through recovery from a difficult surgery, staying calm and gentle so they felt safe rather than anxious, and that mix of steadiness and warmth is very much how I approach every visit.”£20 an hourProfile →
Heidi B.Norwich · 9 years caring“Over the years I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and arthritis, as well as those recovering from surgery, living with reduced mobility, or nearing the end of life.”£22.50 an hourProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 19 nearest carers with a full profile, 9 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Ayoola A.Norwich · 4 years caring“I support people living with dementia, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness, arthritis and a range of other conditions, as well as those needing end of life care.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Sinem H.Norwich · 10 years caring“It's given me a steady, practical approach to conditions such as dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, diabetes, epilepsy, heart disease and respiratory illness, as well as end of life care, so families know I understand what's happening and why it matters.”£30 an hourProfile →
Joy O.Wymondham · 5 years caring“I have also cared for people who are bedbound or nearing the end of life, so I am used to adapting my approach to whatever each person and their family need most that day.”£19.60 an hourProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Norfolk
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 19 nearest carers with a full profile, 11 offer overnight care.
- £160 to £190 for a sleeping night and £165 to £250 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Tibor V.Norwich · 4 years caring“My week is usually a mix of visiting care and overnight stays around Norwich, moving between clients whose needs are quite different from one another, which suits me well as I like adapting to what each household actually needs rather than following one fixed…”Does nights1 reviewProfile →
Amanda B.Dereham · 18 years caringDoes nightsProfile →
Ife Oluwa Rachael O.Norwich · 2 years caring“I have spent two years working as a carer and support worker in Norwich, offering hourly visits and overnight care, and I am always clear with families that my role is as a caregiver rather than a nurse, so everyone knows what to expect from the start.”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 19 nearest carers with a full profile, 12 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Jesse Marlene P.Alpington · 15 years caring£25 an hourProfile →
Soraya F.Norwich · 6 years caring“I am based in Norwich and offer hourly and overnight care, with six years of experience supporting people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and a range of other conditions, as well as end of life care.”£19 an hourProfile →
Lovyn N.Wymondham · 1 years caring“I’m motivated to help others live independently and can provide assistance with things like dressing, bathing, and medication reminders.”£22.40 an hourProfile →
“I would not book anything away unless I knew that she was available to look after George. Sithembiso is very professional and caring; I knew that George was in the best hands when I went away. He was not the easiest person to look after either. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone as she is an excellent carer.”
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 two hours of Norfolk.
- A week here costs £1,040 to £1,190 with our fee included, typically £1,089.
- Of the 19 nearest carers with a full profile, 5 also do live-in care as well as visits.
- Ruby N.Broadland · 20 years caring“I'm based in Broadland and have worked in care for twenty years, offering both hourly visits and live-in support.”£180 a day1 reviewProfile →
- Szvetlana M.Norwich · 8 years caring“I'm based in Norwich and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care.”£159 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Rafail N.Norwich · 15 years caring“I've been carer for 15 years now, based in Norwich, offering hourly visits, live-in and overnight care to people across a wide range of needs.”£160 a dayProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Norfolk
149 of the 238 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 14 of them outstanding, and 88 are rated requires improvement or inadequate. The homes here that publish their fees charge a median of £1,000 a week for a residential place. A live-in carer here costs £1,040 to £1,190 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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk
165 home care agencies for older people in Norfolk
26 private carers near Norfolk
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 Norfolk profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Norfolk
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 Norfolk sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Norfolk ask about the types of care
26 carers within about 45 minutes of Norfolk offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 256 care homes in Norfolk take older people, 56 of them with nursing and 182 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,089 with our fee included, against a median of £1,000 for a care home place in Norfolk. 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 256 care homes in Norfolk that take older people, 56 provide nursing. 182 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 Norfolk sets out each route.