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 £20 an hour23 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £20 an hour137 carers within about 45 minutes of Renfrewshire
- 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£1,015 to £1,120 a week41 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, September 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.
- 137 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Renfrewshire, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 18 of the 53 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Tanyalak F.Coatbridge · 3 years caring“I love helping people live independent lives and I think home care is a really important role.”£20 an hourProfile →
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.”£22 an hourProfile →
Jenna H.Motherwell · 7 years caring“I offer hourly and visiting care across Motherwell, and after seven years in the role I have learned that every person needs something a little different from their support.”£22 an hourProfile →
“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 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 23 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Juliet C.Glasgow · 10 years caring“For me, companionship sits at the heart of good care. I enjoy cooking a proper meal and sharing it at the table, chatting over a cup of tea, or heading out for a walk together.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Philip M.Paisley · 9 years caring“I also spent time mentoring young people with disabilities through an inclusive dance company, and across nearly a decade of hands-on care I've supported people with autism, cerebral palsy and many other conditions.”£22 an hourProfile →
Nicola F.Glasgow · 10 years caring“Day to day I help with bathing, dressing, moving and handling, catheter care, medication reminders and cooking, alongside the kind of steady companionship that makes a real difference.”£20 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.”
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 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 34 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Carolyn. S.Cambuslang · 40 years caring“Alongside the company, I'm happy to help with meals, medication, personal care and the practical day to day.”£22 an hourProfile →
Mark H.Glasgow · 18 years caring“Day to day that might mean help with washing, dressing, medication reminders, moving and handling, or simply cooking a meal and sitting with someone overnight.”£25 an hourProfile →
Stella Jackie M.Glasgow City · 6 years caring“I am committed to promoting dignity, independence, wellbeing, and choice while building trusting and respectful relationships with the people I support.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
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 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 35 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Courtney T.Strathaven · 16 years caring“This includes dementia, brain injury, learning disabilities and autism, as well as physical conditions such as multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, spinal injury and motor neurone disease.”£22 an hourProfile →
Gwen K.Paisley · 2 years caring“Much of my two years in care has involved adults with severe learning disabilities and mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar and psychosis, alongside dementia, autism, anxiety and depression.”£19 an hourProfile →
Collette S.South Lanarkshire · 21 years caring“With a wealth of experience, i have a natural ability to connect deeply with those in my care, demonstrated by my success in calming a client with severe dementia who had previously struggled to find solace with others.”£19 an hourProfile →
“Even when mum was at her worst with the dementia Alice showed love care and patience For this we will be forever grateful and consider her part of the family. Any body who is lucky enough to have Alice care for a loved one can trust her in every way including dealing with the medical services Alice is amazing and super professional and loving. I am very happy for you to contact me and hear more if you need”
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, 33 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
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 →
Mariam S.Glasgow City · 6 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and many other conditions over six years, but that patience and attentiveness stays the same whoever I am with.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Clare H.Glasgow · 26 years caring“Over the years I have supported people with dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, arthritis and a wide range of other conditions, alongside personal care such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders and catheter care.”£24 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.
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 →
Tererai M.Wishaw · 12 years caring“Over twelve years I have worked in live-in support, domiciliary care, hospitals and mental health residences, and I hold an HNC in social care alongside that practical grounding.”£19.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
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 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 10 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
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 →
Umo S.Glasgow City · 3 years caring“I also support people through anxiety, depression and end of life care, and I try to stay calm and steady if a situation becomes difficult, so my clients and their families feel reassured rather than worried.”£18.80 an hour3 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 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, 35 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
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 →
Hazel M.Troon · 2 years caring“I'm based in Troon and offer hourly visiting care and overnight care. I stay calm when things get difficult, and I believe good communication and reassurance make all the difference in an emergency.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
Joseph T.Glasgow · 5 years caring“Based in Glasgow, I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and over five years I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and mobility difficulties, as well as those needing end of life care.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 41 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 £1,055.
- Of the 42 nearest carers with a full profile, 20 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Magreth K.Glasgow · 6 years caringDoes live-in care1 reviewProfile →
Mutiu A.Glasgow · 4 years caring“I'm based in Glasgow and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care. Companionship sits at the heart of how I work.”£131 a dayProfile →
Rachel S.North Ayrshire · 6 years caring“That reputation matters to me more than anything else, and it is what I try to live up to with every person I look after in North Ayrshire, whether through hourly visits or live-in care.”£210 a dayProfile →
“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 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
137 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
137 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 £1,055 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.