Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Renfrewshire, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Renfrewshire charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Renfrewshire
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £22 an hour16 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £22 an hour40 carers within about 45 minutes of Renfrewshire
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£160 to £250 a night19 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,120 a week42 live-in carers within reach
- Care home or nursing homeMoving out of home into careabout £1,160 to £1,410 a weekFees vary by home
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Renfrewshire charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, November 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Renfrewshire
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.
- 40 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Renfrewshire, charging £19 to £22 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 14 of the 37 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Elizabeth B.Ardrossan · 8 years caring“That's the approach I've built over eight years of care work in Ardrossan, moving between care home settings and live-in roles, which has taught me to adapt to very different homes and routines without losing that sense of steadiness for the person in front of…”£22 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Valerie W.Hamilton · 9 years caring“Nine years into hourly care work in Hamilton, I have found it suits me best when I can properly get to know the people I visit, their routines, their preferences, and the small details that make a real difference to their day.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Shicinga S.Glasgow · 7 years caring£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“This carer is the most considerate loving and supportive person easily recognises any change in behaviour and addresses it promptly has a great work ethic never late and is very accommodating if the situation arises have total faith in her and she is very loyal always contacts myself regarding all things that need to be considered long may she be able to support me.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 16 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Clare H.Glasgow · 26 years caring“Companionship is where I put most of my energy. I like to sit and talk properly, share a meal, go for a walk if someone is up to it, or just have the radio or television on together so the house feels less quiet.”£24 an hourProfile →
Mark H.Glasgow · 18 years caring“If any of this sounds like what you are looking for, I would be glad to have a chat, no pressure at all.”£25 an hourProfile →
Carolyn. S.Cambuslang · 40 years caring“Companionship sits at the heart of what I do. I love sharing a cup of tea and a chat, a game of cards, a puzzle, or simply sitting with someone while we watch a bit of telly together.”£22 an hourProfile →
“She listened diligently to what my mother wanted/was saying and always managed to come up with a solution that seemed to placate her. Magreth shows great professionalism blended with empathy. She is an intelligent and observant person and can reassess a situation and make suggestions for changes/improvements. I trust her 100% for her good judgement, kindness, and ability to adapt where necessary.”
“Beyond her daily care duties, Lucia is a very interesting companion and an excellent cook who takes obvious care in presenting meals attractively, making mealtimes a highlight of the day. We would happily recommend Lucia to any family looking for a skilled, compassionate carer.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Renfrewshire
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 23 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Ezekiel O.Greenock · 4 years caring“Day to day, this might mean help with washing, dressing and moving around safely, medication reminders, catheter care, or preparing meals and keeping the home tidy.”£19 an hourProfile →
Kathleen S.Glasgow · 21 years caring“I am comfortable with personal care such as bathing, dressing and moving and handling, as well as more specialist tasks like catheter and colostomy care.”£20 an hourProfile →
Emma B.Greenock · 2 years caring“I am comfortable with bathing, toileting, dressing, catheter care, hoist use and moving and handling, alongside medication reminders, cooking, laundry and the general household tasks that keep daily life running smoothly.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
“She became a part of our family and we are still in touch on a regular basis.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Renfrewshire
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 23 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Adesola Ruth O.Paisley · 2 years caring“I also help with the day to day things such as washing, dressing, medication reminders and moving around safely, and I have experience with conditions including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and arthritis, among others.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Bilikis R.Glasgow · 2 years caring“I offer hourly, visiting care across Glasgow, and over the past two years I have built up experience across a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke, heart disease and diabetes.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
John N.Kilwinning · 2 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care around Kilwinning, and I am comfortable supporting people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness and end of life care, among others.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“She kept her mind active and by playing games such as dominoes, she also instituted a movie night, which my mother still enjoys. Elizabeth is also easy to live with, I live at home with my mother. She is good company and an excellent cook.”
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 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 20 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Jenna H.Motherwell · 7 years caring“Over that time I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease and stroke, as well as those recovering from orthopaedic injuries or managing conditions like COPD, heart disease and cancer.”£22 an hourProfile →
Lynne G.Saltcoats · 10 years caring“I offer hourly and overnight care around Saltcoats, and over ten years I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, diabetes and a range of other conditions, as well as those recovering from surgery or living with reduced…”£20 an hourProfile →
Tanyalak F.Coatbridge · 3 years caring“I’m an experienced and caring Support Worker with a strong background working with people who have dementia, mental health challenges, or are recovering from a stroke.”£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 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 14 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Wellington S.Irvine · 2 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, physical disabilities and many other conditions, and I am comfortable with tasks like medication reminders, moving and handling, and catheter care.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Juliet C.Glasgow · 10 years caring“That experience taught me patience and calm under pressure, qualities I carried into community care and later into a hospital setting, working alongside healthcare teams.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Catherine K.Glasgow · 19 years caring“Based in Glasgow, I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and over the years I have supported people with a huge range of conditions, from dementia and stroke recovery to Parkinson's, diabetes and mental health needs like anxiety and depression.”£19.89 an hourProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 4 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
- Valerie W.Hamilton · 9 years caring“That grounding has taken me through a huge range of situations, from supporting people living with dementia, Parkinson's and stroke recovery, to helping with respiratory illness, heart disease, cancer and end of life care.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
- Shicinga S.Glasgow · 7 years caring“That grounding has stayed with me through seven years of professional care, and I now offer hourly, live-in and overnight support to families across Glasgow, working with conditions ranging from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, diabetes and end of…”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Justin N.Glasgow · 5 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis, respiratory illness and end of life care, among other conditions, so I am comfortable adapting to what each person needs.”£18.80 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Renfrewshire
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 19 offer overnight care.
- £160 to £190 for a sleeping night and £165 to £250 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Mbinao T.Glasgow · 7 years caringDoes nightsProfile →
Stella Jackie M.Glasgow City · 6 years caringDoes nightsProfile →
Oluwabusayo M.Paisley · 3 years caring“Some weeks I am visiting for a few hours here and there, other weeks I am settled in for a night shift or a longer stretch of live-in care, and whatever the pattern, what I enjoy most is simple company.”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 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 20 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Gwen K.Paisley · 2 years caring“I'm based in Paisley and offer hourly visiting care and overnight care. I began as a support worker and was promoted to a senior role within ten months, which taught me a lot about steady, trustworthy support.”£19 an hourProfile →
Collette S.South Lanarkshire · 21 years caring£19 an hourProfile →
Kokub M.Glasgow · 7 years caring£19.20 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 42 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Renfrewshire.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 27 nearest carers with a full profile, 12 also do live-in care as well as visits.
- Elizabeth B.Ardrossan · 8 years caring“That's the approach I've built over eight years of care work in Ardrossan, moving between care home settings and live-in roles, which has taught me to adapt to very different homes and routines without losing that sense of steadiness for the person in front of…”£240 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Magreth K.Glasgow · 6 years caringDoes live-in care1 reviewProfile →
Philip M.Paisley · 9 years caring“I split my week between hourly visits, overnight stays and live-in placements around Paisley, and what I enjoy most is the steady, personal side of care, helping someone keep their routine and their dignity intact.”£180 a dayProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Renfrewshire
Care homes in Renfrewshire are inspected by the Care Inspectorate, and each home publishes its inspection reports. Across the UK a residential place costs about £1,160 a week and a nursing place about £1,410, while a live-in carer here costs £1,015 to £1,120 a week.
Elderly care in Renfrewshire 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 Renfrewshire
Home care agencies
40 private carers near Renfrewshire
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 Renfrewshire profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Renfrewshire
Attendance Allowance is not means tested and can go towards any of these. The council assesses needs for free and can contribute after a financial assessment, and NHS Continuing Healthcare pays in full when needs are mainly health needs. Funding care sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Renfrewshire ask about the types of care
40 carers within about 45 minutes of Renfrewshire offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, care homes and nursing homes.
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.
Often, yes. Attendance Allowance is not means tested and helps with the cost of care at any level. The council can contribute after an assessment, and the NHS pays in full when needs are mainly health needs. Funding care sets out each route.