Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Southampton, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Southampton charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Southampton
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £22 an hour29 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £22 an hour1,961 carers within about 45 minutes of Southampton
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night28 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,037 to £1,147 a week59 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week28 homes without nursing in Southampton
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week11 nursing homes in Southampton
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Southampton charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, September 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Southampton. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Southampton
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.
- 1,961 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Southampton, charging £19 to £22 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 28 of the 56 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Mmabakaa M.Portsmouth · 7 years caring£20 an hourProfile →
Daisy P.13 years caring“I've spent 13 years doing hourly and visiting care, and in that time I've supported people with a huge range of conditions, from dementia and stroke to Parkinson's, diabetes, spinal injury, mental health conditions such as anxiety and schizophrenia, and end of…”£25 an hourProfile →
Oluwagbeminiyi A.Southampton · 2 years caring£18.80 an hourProfile →
“Samuel is an incredibly kind;conscientious and effective carer. My husband looks forward to his visits and we enjoy his company as well as being grateful for the respectful and expert care he provides. He also provides a lightness when appropriate and shares our sense of humour and we all manage to have a laugh at times which I think is invaluable to my husbands wellbeing. He is invaluable to us Jill”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 29 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Ngaveje K.Wellow · 5 years caring“My working week is a mix of hourly visits and overnight stays around Wellow, and the part I enjoy most is the companionship, the conversations over a cup of tea or a shared meal that make a real difference to someone's day.”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Florence B.Ringwood · 20 years caring“I help with all aspects of care from personal care to companionship I work mainly at night but can help out during the day if needed.”£20 an hourProfile →
Victoria H.Romsey · 25 years caring“One visit might involve helping someone wash and dress for the day, the next might be nothing more complicated than putting the kettle on and settling in for a proper chat.”£22 an hourProfile →
“He stayed with her throughout the pandemic, refusing to visit his own family, who lived nearby, to reduce the risk of infection. He always kept the family informed and kept meticulous notes. He had an excellent relationship with my sister and also with the local GP who allowed Jaison to be put directly through to him as his judgements were valued. The house was kept neat and tidy and he looked after the cat as well.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Southampton
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 37 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Patricia W.New Forest · 12 years caring“One client had a back deformity and used a wheelchair, and had always loved her showers but could no longer manage the stairs to get to one.”£25 an hourProfile →
Davina Lorraine G.Gosport · 12 years caring“Day to day, my work covers the practical side of care, including help with eating and drinking, medication reminders, dressing, bathing, toileting, moving and handling, hoist use and catheter care.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Obi N.Southampton · 7 years caring“I have also supported people with learning disabilities and autism, using Makaton where it helps, and I am comfortable with the practical side of care such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders and cooking.”£20 an hourProfile →
“Throughout this process Merjury has given first class, conscientious, reliable and compassionate care. Merjury cooks healthy, nutritious meals from scratch and is able to adjust these to meet a person's changing needs. She provides thorough personal care with hygiene and comfort as a priority. She takes the initiative with any signs of illness, making timely contact with medical services.”
“Because of my stroke, Norman had to perform personal hygiene tasks for me and these were carried out with the greatest respect for my dignity. I came to know Norman very well over the 6 months I spent recovering from my stroke and I cannot recommend him highly enough to any employer.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Southampton
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 33 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Raymond S.Southampton · 10 years caring“I have supported people with many different conditions; Motor Neurones Disease, Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Cancer, Autism, Downs Syndrome and many others.”£20.50 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Cheryl P.Fareham · 21 years caring“In 21 years I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis and mobility difficulties.”£20 an hourProfile →
Joanne T.Waterlooville · 30 years caring“Over the years I have supported people with dementia, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness, diabetes and physical disabilities, as well as those who are bedbound or nearing the end of life.”£19 an hourProfile →
“Norman’s patience and professionalism means that I can leave the house reassured that my husband will be chatting to Norman by the time I return. Unfortunately, my husband forgets who Norman is by the following week and we have the same difficulties but Norman accepts the situation and I can leave knowing that All will be well when I return. Norman also manages our dog as well as my husband.”
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 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 33 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Elita M.Southampton · 10 years caring“I speak English, Chichewa and Shona, and over the years I have supported people through dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and orthopaedic injuries, as well as end of life care and support after surgery.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Nthabiseng K.Southampton · 10 years caring“I'm based in Southampton and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and in ten years I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and many other conditions, as well as those nearing the end of life.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Wael A.Fareham · 9 years caring“I'm based in Fareham and offer hourly visiting care, live-in care and overnight support, and over nine years I've supported people with a wide range of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, diabetes and end of life care.”£21 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 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 11 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Natasha B.Rowland's Castle · 25 years caring“I have worked in care for 25 years now, across hospitals, care homes and private homes, and along the way I earned care certificates with an agency because I never wanted to just stand still.”£25.40 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Nina R.Ringwood · 14 years caring“That decision has shaped the last 12 years, working as a hands-on carer across general hospitals, neuro hospitals, care homes and the community, and it is still the part of the job I find most rewarding.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Norman S.New Milton · 40 years caring“My path has taken me through hospital nursing and social services work in Surrey, and for over a decade I stepped away from professional roles to care for my mother at home until she died, which taught me as much about patience and dignity as any job could.”£18.80 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
“Nina looked after my aunt at very short notice on a weekend. Nina was patient, focussed on my aunt's physical well-being, and unfazed by what at the time was a new and uncertain situation for my aunt who was trying to settle in back at home after a nasty fall followed by a long hospital stay. She was of great help in a time of crisis.”
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 21 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Cindy Monval K.4 years caring“Much of my time is spent with people managing serious or long term conditions, dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, cancer and end of life care among them.”£21 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Moureen C.Southampton · 10 years caring“Over the years I have supported people through stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness, cancer, osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as end of life care, brain injury and declining mobility.”£20 an hourProfile →
Davinder Kaur N.Christchurch · 30 years caring“In 22 years of care work I have supported people through a huge range of needs, from arthritis, osteoporosis and orthopaedic injuries to respiratory illness, cancer and end of life care.”£25 an hourProfile →
“She did not leave my mum’s side for three weeks as she slowly deteriorated and passed away Absolutely outstanding,I really can’t speak highly enough about her I hope this is helpful Yours John damp”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Southampton
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 28 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Kimberly G.Southampton · 10 years caringDoes nights1 reviewProfile →
Olabode Samuel O.Eastleigh · 5 years caring“Based in Eastleigh, I offer hourly and overnight care, and over the years I've supported people with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy, Down's syndrome and several other conditions.”Does nights4 reviewsProfile →
Tudor-Marius S.Eastleigh · 10 years caringDoes nights1 reviewProfile →
Respite care
Cover so the person who does the caring can stop for a while, from a few visits to a fortnight.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 31 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Peter N.Southampton · 1 years caring“I am based in Southampton and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I try to make that first visit feel as easy as possible.”£19 an hourProfile →
Utaara K.Southampton · 10 years caring“My week can look like a lot of different things, a few hours here, a full night shift there, or moving in for a stretch as a live-in carer, but what I enjoy most is the steady, everyday kind of care where you really get to know someone.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Veihama Z.Southampton · 3 years caring“My week in Southampton is a mix of hourly visits and overnight stays, and what I enjoy most is the quieter, personal side of care, sitting with someone over a cup of tea, listening to their stories, and helping them feel safe.”£18.89 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 59 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Southampton.
- A week here costs £1,037 to £1,147 with our fee included, typically £1,111.
- Of the 45 nearest carers with a full profile, 19 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Lucia L.Southampton · 8 years caring“Much of my experience has been with people living with dementia, and I have learned that good care often means understanding the person behind the condition rather than just meeting physical needs.”£115 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Prisca S.Southampton · 14 years caring“I bring that same energy into my work, based in Southampton, where I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care.”£200 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Chukwuebuka O.Southampton · 1 years caring“I am based in Southampton and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I try to bring the same calm approach to everyone I support, whether that means help with mobility, medication reminders, or simply being there.”£160 a day1 reviewProfile →
“I cannot recommend Prisca highly enough, she is one in a million.”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Southampton
30 of the 38 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, and 8 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 £1,037 to £1,147 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 Southampton 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 Southampton
80 home care agencies for older people in Southampton
1,961 private carers near Southampton
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 Southampton profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Southampton
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 Southampton sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Southampton ask about the types of care
1,961 carers within about 45 minutes of Southampton offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 39 care homes in Southampton take older people, 11 of them with nursing and 29 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,111 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 39 care homes in Southampton that take older people, 11 provide nursing. 29 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 Southampton sets out each route.