Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Northamptonshire, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Northamptonshire charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Northamptonshire
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£20 to £25 an hour22 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£20 to £25 an hour38 carers within about 45 minutes of Northamptonshire
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£160 to £250 a night29 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,036 to £1,225 a week61 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,300 a week104 homes without nursing across the 2 council areas of Northamptonshire
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,595 a week59 nursing homes across the 2 council areas of Northamptonshire
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Northamptonshire charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, November 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations across the 2 council areas of Northamptonshire. Care home fees are the median for homes in England that publish one, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Northamptonshire
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.
- 38 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Northamptonshire, charging £20 to £25 an hour with our fee included, typically £21.
- 25 of the 37 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Virginia M.Kettering · 15 years caring“I can give support to individuals and their families who need help so that they can live a happy and independent life.”£23 an hourProfile →
Vimbainashe C.Northampton · 3 years caring“People often find that once Vimbai is settled into a routine, she becomes the calm, familiar face they look forward to seeing.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Aisha U.Northampton · 5 years caring“That is just who I am, and it carries into my work as a carer in Northampton, where I offer hourly and visiting care.”£27 an hourProfile →
“Nyarai is an exceptional carer with many years of experience. She has been caring for my 90 year old mother with such care and attention and has quickly established a really warm and Natural relationship with her. Nyarai is such an asset in so many ways, not only as a wonderful carer for mum but also a lovely person spend time with when we come and stay.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 33 nearest carers with a full profile, 22 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Ngozi O.Northampton · 12 years caring“My week is a mix of hourly visits and overnight stays, and it's the quiet moments I enjoy most, a proper conversation, a shared cup of tea, someone feeling settled at the end of the day.”£20.10 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Chipo M.Wellingborough · 19 years caring“What I enjoy most is the companionship side of caring, sitting down for a proper chat, cooking a meal together, or heading out for a walk.”£30 an hourProfile →
De-Villiers N.Kettering · 20 years caring“I also value the quieter side of care, simply being present for a conversation, a card game or a walk, so that someone feels accompanied rather than just looked after.”£22 an hourProfile →
“I'm so happy that we have Esther on our little team and I'd recommend her to anyone looking for someone to help looking after a loved one. The types of things that Esther has been involved in include: companionship, medication compliance, navigating health services, shopping, practical tasks around the home. She has also been able to offer advice about my mum's condition, which has been invaluable.”
“Nyarai has been an incredibly sunny, positive and uplifting presence for Mum since she arrived February. Mum is flourishing through her home cooked meals, tender care, open hearted warmth, and professional poise. As a family we value so much the qualities that Nyarai brings to her care work, and the sense of reassurance she spreads through her lovely spirit.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Northamptonshire
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 33 nearest carers with a full profile, 29 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Mirian J.Northampton · 2 years caring“I'm comfortable with hands-on personal care such as bathing, dressing, moving and handling, catheter and wound care, but I also value the quieter side of the job, cooking a proper meal, keeping the home tidy, or simply sitting and talking.”£20 an hourProfile →
Tatenda M.Kettering · 6 years caring“I'm comfortable with the practical side too, from bathing and dressing to catheter care and hoist assistance, but I've learned that most people need their spirits looked after as much as their bodies.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Sarah B.Wellingborough · 5 years caring“I keep my DBS update service registration current, and that same plain, steady approach runs through everything I do, whether it's personal care, medication reminders, hoist use or simply keeping someone company.”£25 an hourProfile →
“For example, Kitty values her own independence, and Nyarai is able to deliver a tailored caring style which maintains Kitty's dignity and sense of self whilst ensuring she is well and looked after. Furthermore, she is a deeply warm and loving person, who is sensitive and respectful. Nyarai is a caring person, hence why she is so confident and adept in her role!”
“I feel extremely fortunate to have Nyarai looking after me.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Northamptonshire
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 33 nearest carers with a full profile, 30 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Leander B.West Northamptonshire · 4 years caring“I became a care professional after immigrating to the UK two & a half years ago as I had taken care of my mother-in-law who had dementia and I wanted to make a difference in people’s lives!”£28.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Tinashe K.Kettering · 1 years caring“Alongside that companionship, I'm comfortable with personal care, medication reminders, cooking and the everyday tasks that keep a home ticking along, and over the past year I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's…”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Partience M.Northampton · 2 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, anxiety and depression, as well as those recovering after surgery or living with reduced mobility.”£21 an hourProfile →
“When Leander was visiting I knew that mum would be happy, content and in good hands. Leander went beyond her duties to assure that her visits are meaningful to mum, mum’s needs are met and exceeded. I wholeheartedly recommend Leander to anyone who is looking for a companion or carer.”
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 33 nearest carers with a full profile, 27 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Peter M.Kettering · 15 years caring“Over the years I've supported people through dementia, stroke recovery, Parkinson's and end of life care, alongside the everyday practical things like bathing, dressing, medication reminders and cooking.”£21 an hourProfile →
Denice S.Wellingborough · 20 years caring“I am also experienced with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, respiratory illness and end of life care, and comfortable with the practical side too, from bathing and dressing to medication reminders and cooking.”£16.89 an hourProfile →
Rachel T.Kettering · 10 years caring“I am skilled in working with individuals with a wide range of needs including mental illness, learning disabilities, dementia, brain injury, post stroke, physical disability and impaired mobility.”£19.50 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 33 nearest carers with a full profile, 16 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Katrina H.Northampton · 11 years caring“Based in Northampton, I offer both visiting and overnight care, and over 11 years I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis and end of life care.”£20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Jibin J.Corby · 1 years caring“My working life has taken me from India and Saudi Arabia to the UK, including time at John Radcliffe Hospital and Triangle Nursing Home, and that range of settings has taught me to stay calm and adaptable with whoever I am supporting.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Priscilla B.North Northamptonshire · 20 years caring“I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, diabetes, respiratory illness, arthritis and osteoporosis, as well as those recovering from surgery or living with poor mobility, and I'm comfortable with end of life care too.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 33 nearest carers with a full profile, 15 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Esther M.Kettering · 20 years caring“Based in Kettering, I offer hourly and overnight care, and over two decades I have supported people with all sorts of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis and end of life care.”£25 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Natasha M.Northampton · 20 years caring“I've supported people through dementia, stroke recovery, Parkinson's, respiratory illness and end of life care, and what stays with me isn't any single condition but the trust that builds when someone knows you'll turn up, notice the details, and treat them…”£30 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Oluwadurotimi O.Wellingborough · 8 years caring“Over that time I have supported people of all ages, from young children through to end of life care, and built confidence with conditions ranging from dementia and schizophrenia to hearing loss and Parkinson's.”£21.50 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Northamptonshire
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 33 nearest carers with a full profile, 29 offer overnight care.
- £160 to £190 for a sleeping night and £165 to £250 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Anne M.Wellingborough · 10 years caring“Am mostly available to do nights though am flexible with the other shifts. I am also willing to undertake any training if required.”Does nightsProfile →
Pauline N.Kettering · 2 years caring“There is a particular calm to the last hour of an overnight shift, when the person I am caring for has settled and the house is quiet.”Does nightsProfile →
Szabina F.Northampton · 7 years caringDoes 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 33 nearest carers with a full profile, 29 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Abdoulie S.Daventry · 5 years caring“Based in Daventry, I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and over five years I've built up broad experience supporting people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, heart disease and respiratory illness, as well as learning disabilities, autism,…”£20 an hourProfile →
Samirat U.Northampton · 10 years caring“My working week is a mix of hourly visits and overnight stays around Northampton, and I've come to love the quiet moments most, sitting with someone over a cup of tea or helping them settle for the night after a longer day of personal care.”£20 an hourProfile →
Debra N.Northampton · 20 years caring“With a wealth of experience in various care settings, including live-in, hourly, and overnight care, I am well-versed in assisting individuals with a range of health conditions, such as bedbound individuals, anxiety, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and…”£20 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 61 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Northamptonshire.
- A week here costs £1,036 to £1,225 with our fee included, typically £1,103.
- Of the 33 nearest carers with a full profile, 13 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Tendai N.Kettering · 20 years caring“I care for people across Kettering through hourly, live-in and overnight support, and that sense of calm comes from spending a long time in this line of work.”£180 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Calvin M.North Northamptonshire · 14 years caring£200 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Phillis G.Northampton · 21 years caring“I have been a carer for 21 years now, based in Northampton, and I offer hourly visiting care, live-in care and overnight care to suit whatever a family needs.”£200 a dayProfile →
“We can all fully relax around Nyarai and she feels like part of our family, which is no mean feat!”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Northamptonshire
105 of the 150 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 7 of them outstanding, and 45 are rated requires improvement or inadequate. Few homes here publish their fees; among homes in England that do, a residential place typically costs about £1,300 a week and a nursing place about £1,595. A live-in carer here costs £1,036 to £1,225 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 Northamptonshire 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 Northamptonshire
276 home care agencies for older people across the 2 council areas of Northamptonshire
38 private carers near Northamptonshire
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 Northamptonshire profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Northamptonshire
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 Northamptonshire sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Northamptonshire ask about the types of care
38 carers within about 45 minutes of Northamptonshire offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 163 care homes across the 2 council areas of Northamptonshire take older people, 59 of them with nursing and 116 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,103 with our fee included, against about £1,300 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 163 care homes across the 2 council areas of Northamptonshire that take older people, 59 provide nursing. 116 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 Northamptonshire sets out each route.