Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Stoke-on-Trent, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Stoke-on-Trent charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Stoke-on-Trent
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £20 an hour28 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £20 an hour2,420 carers within about 45 minutes of Stoke-on-Trent
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night39 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,120 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week42 homes without nursing in Stoke-on-Trent
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week23 nursing homes in Stoke-on-Trent
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Stoke-on-Trent charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, September 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Stoke-on-Trent. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Stoke-on-Trent
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.
- 2,420 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Stoke-on-Trent, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 21 of the 55 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Nicola B.Stafford · 6 years caring“My working week in Stafford is built around hourly visits, and the part I enjoy most is simple: sitting with someone, having a proper chat, and helping the day feel less lonely.”£20 an hourProfile →
Roseline M.Stoke-on-Trent · 24 years caring“Based in Stoke-on-Trent, I offer hourly and overnight care, and I speak both English fluently Day to day, I try to make sure care feels personal rather than routine.”£20 an hourProfile →
Loryn M.Stoke-on-Trent · 10 years caring“Rather than rushing through the routine, I sat with them, played their favourite music while we prepared dinner, and talked through familiar memories.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
“She maintained a great environment for mum both with the tidiness and cleanliness of the house and Mum and with her caring and understanding attitude. Mum was very happy which made us all happy. Edith communicated well with me and the family and got on well with us all. We were always delighted when she came with mum to family occasions.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 47 nearest carers with a full profile, 28 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Tracie L.Cheshire East · 20 years caring“I have spent 20 years caring for people across Cheshire East, and the part I enjoy most is still the simple things, sitting down for a proper chat, sharing a meal I have cooked, or heading out for a walk together when the weather allows.”£24 an hourProfile →
Amy G.Newcastle-under-Lyme · 5 years caring“Outside of care I like walking, gardening, cards and a good board game, and I find these small shared interests often open a conversation more than anything else.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
Jennifer Oronne O.Stoke-on-Trent · 15 years caring“I am based in Stoke-on-Trent and have spent fifteen years supporting people with conditions ranging from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, diabetes and declining mobility, alongside the everyday personal care that goes with it: bathing, dressing,…”£19 an hourProfile →
“When Joana arrived it was like a breath of fresh air she was very bubbly but giving the air of authority, very friendly, and compassionate willing to fall in line with whatever was required. She was not only my mothers carer but also a great companion in her last couple of years. Joana was a great cook and made all mothers meals fresh from scratch no premade meals. This improved my mother’s quality of life.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Stoke-on-Trent
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 47 nearest carers with a full profile, 36 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Best C.Crewe · 4 years caring“Day to day, I help with bathing, dressing, toileting, catheter care and hoist use, along with medication reminders, cooking, laundry and general household tasks.”£20 an hourProfile →
Uchechi A.Newcastle-under-Lyme · 2 years caring“Whether I am assisting with washing and dressing, managing medication, supporting someone with a catheter or simply sitting and talking, I aim to make the person in front of me feel heard rather than processed.”£22 an hourProfile →
Oluwabukola T.Stoke-on-Trent · 1 years caring“Alongside this, I help with personal care such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders and catheter care, as well as practical things like cooking and light housework.”£19 an hourProfile →
“From a professional point of view, Joana really knows what to do and does it with the utmost care and compassion. She makes the relationship 1:1 and engages really well with the surrounding family. Her primary concern is the client and she goes about her job with the highest of standards, even the personal care. Joana makes sure the client is fed healthily, hydrated and entertained.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Stoke-on-Trent
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 47 nearest carers with a full profile, 35 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Ashely T.Winsford · 9 years caring“I support people with a wide range of conditions, from dementia and stroke to Parkinson's and mental health needs, and I help with everything from personal care and medication to cooking, laundry and getting out and about.”£20.50 an hourProfile →
Bisrat B.Stoke-on-Trent · 5 years caring“I have five years of experience supporting people with dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, arthritis, and many other conditions, alongside personal care, medication reminders, and cooking.”£19 an hourProfile →
Madusha D.Stoke-on-Trent · 2 years caring“I've supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, diabetes and physical disabilities, among many other conditions, and I'm equally comfortable with hourly visits, overnight stays or full live-in care.”£18 an hourProfile →
“She's shown compassion, patience and a level of understanding that no other carer has given. My mum's quite adventurous with food and I think Joana has enjoyed sharing her recipes from home. When we return home from any outing, she gives my mum such a lovely welcome and manages to diffuse what is otherwise a very difficult time. Thank you so much Joana.”
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 47 nearest carers with a full profile, 33 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Demi G.Stoke-on-Trent · 14 years caring“I hold an NVQ in Health and Social Care and have extensive experience supporting individuals with a wide range of needs and diagnoses, including learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, dementia, physical health conditions, Motor Neurone…”£25 an hourProfile →
Maame Ekua Y.Stoke-on-Trent · 3 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care across Stoke-on-Trent, and over three years I have built experience with a wide range of clients, from those living with dementia and Parkinson's to people recovering from strokes or managing arthritis, anxiety or…”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Segun A.Walsall · 10 years caring“My experience spans dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, anxiety, depression, and many other conditions, alongside practical support such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders, and catheter care, so families know I can manage the personal side too, without…”£18.80 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 47 nearest carers with a full profile, 20 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Orire E.Stoke-on-Trent · 2 years caring“I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, arthritis, stroke recovery, and a range of other conditions, always trying to keep things gentle and unhurried.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Basirat D.Stoke-on-Trent · 12 years caring“I first found my footing in care within hospitals and community health services, where I spent over seven years learning how to stay calm under pressure and earn the trust of people at their most vulnerable.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Varaidzo Evelyn C.Stoke-on-Trent · 9 years caring“Over nine years I've supported people with a huge range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to mobility issues and recovery after surgery, and I've learned that good care is as much about listening and being good company as it is about getting the…”£18 an hourProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 47 nearest carers with a full profile, 12 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Theresa Beauty I.Stoke-on-Trent · 4 years caring“I support people with conditions such as osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, stroke, heart disease, COPD and other respiratory illnesses, cancer, and those recovering from surgery or nearing the end of life.”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Gloria N.Stoke-on-Trent · 6 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care in Stoke-on-Trent, and I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's disease, stroke, heart disease, arthritis and respiratory illness, as well as those needing end of life…”£18.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Kudzai M.Nantwich · 14 years caring“Over the years I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, motor neurone disease, stroke, multiple sclerosis and a wide range of other conditions, from mobility and orthopaedic needs through to end of life care.”£22.50 an hourProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Stoke-on-Trent
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 47 nearest carers with a full profile, 39 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 47 nearest carers with a full profile, 40 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 100 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Stoke-on-Trent.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,047.
- Of the 47 nearest carers with a full profile, 24 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Joana Osei S.Stoke-on-Trent · 13 years caring“I have worked in care for years, 4 years in Sweden as a carer and a cook in a residential care home, and 3 years in UK as a live-in carer with Elder Technologies, Better Health Care and Access Care.”£160 a day3 reviewsProfile →
Zahimisa K.Stoke-on-Trent · 6 years caring“I am a compassionate and reliable live-in carer with experience supporting elderly clients in their own homes.”£145 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Tabitha Nzilani M.Stoke-on-Trent · 20 years caring“I am based in Stoke-on-Trent and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I speak English, Kikuyu and Swahili, which has sometimes made a real difference to clients more comfortable in a language other than English.”£155 a dayProfile →
“She carried out her duties of looking after us and in the household to perfection. Not only that but she earned the respect of family, friends, trades people, nurses and doctors, not failing to be attentive to us at all times if that were necessary.”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Stoke-on-Trent
46 of the 60 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 1 of them outstanding, and 14 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 £1,015 to £1,120 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 Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent
72 home care agencies for older people in Stoke-on-Trent
2,420 private carers near Stoke-on-Trent
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 Stoke-on-Trent profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Stoke-on-Trent
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 Stoke-on-Trent sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Stoke-on-Trent ask about the types of care
2,420 carers within about 45 minutes of Stoke-on-Trent offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 65 care homes in Stoke-on-Trent take older people, 23 of them with nursing and 53 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,047 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 65 care homes in Stoke-on-Trent that take older people, 23 provide nursing. 53 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 Stoke-on-Trent sets out each route.