Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Surrey, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Surrey charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Surrey
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £22 an hour30 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £22 an hour1,187 carers within about 45 minutes of Surrey
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night31 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,022 to £1,120 a week62 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from home£1,655 a week162 homes without nursing in Surrey
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shift£1,950 a week166 nursing homes in Surrey
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Surrey charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, September 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Surrey. Care home fees are the median of the homes here that publish them.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Surrey
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.
- 1,187 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Surrey, charging £19 to £22 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 43 of the 55 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Olufemi Emmanuel O.Epsom · 7 years caring£18.80 an hourProfile →
Miriamu M.Redhill · 10 years caring“Between walks, dancing and baking, I like to keep moving, and I bring that same energy into my work as a carer in Redhill, where I offer hourly, visiting and overnight support.”£22 an hourProfile →
Olivia Carmen H.East Molesey · 6 years caring£19 an hourProfile →
“Aman came to support my Dad's care when we were at crisis point. We have really appreciated his calm and professional approach. Without his support we wouldn't have been able to navigate bringing and keeping Dad at home.”
“Racheal is a very kind and caring person. Looks after my dad with genuine concern and care. She goes over and above what we ask her to do in making helpful suggestions to aid his physical wellbeing. Racheal is a gem!”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 44 nearest carers with a full profile, 30 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Elena-Claudia P.Woking · 9 years caring“I’ve been working in domiciliary and institutional care whit young and ederly people(learning disabilities,dementia,Down sindrom,autism,incontinence …) I can be a real support and I can support your needs day by day as a carer,friend and companion I can t wait…”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Florentina N.Woking · 12 years caring“With me, care is built around good company as much as anything else. I like to cook proper meals together, share a conversation over a cup of tea, or simply be present in a quiet, steady way.”£21.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Sonia Rajesh D.13 years caring“Thirteen years in, I still think the best part of my day is often the smallest thing: a card game after lunch, a walk if the weather allows, or just sitting with a cup of tea and a proper conversation.”£19.50 an hourProfile →
“She cooked nutritious meals, arranged outings, and provided companionship, which greatly enhanced my mother's quality of life. Even during my mother’s hospitalisation, Tina continued to offer support, showing remarkable empathy and respect. She treated my mother with dignity, making her feel valued and cared for, and was an incredible source of comfort during a difficult time.”
“Zion is an exceptional carer. As well as being reliable, responsible, articulate and time conscious, she is also knowledgeable, integral, empathetic and very jovial. My mother has dementia and is bed bound. Zion interacted exceedingly well with her whilst providing the person centred care that she required. Thank you Zion!”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Surrey
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 44 nearest carers with a full profile, 36 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Donna R.Surbiton · 15 years caring“I have supported people through a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, diabetes and end of life care, and I am comfortable with the full range of personal care, from bathing and medication to hoist and catheter care.”£20 an hourProfile →
Esther O.West Molesey · 20 years caring“I am confident with hoist and moving and handling work, catheter care, medication reminders, and the personal care that comes with bathing, dressing and toileting, alongside the cooking, laundry and household tasks that keep a home running smoothly.”£20 an hourProfile →
Hadi K.7 years caring“Over seven years I have supported people with dementia, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness, cancer, post-operative recovery and declining mobility, alongside anxiety and depression, so I am comfortable adapting to whatever a person needs on a given…”£25 an hourProfile →
“I would have given her 6 stars if I had been able. She is really bubbly and puts you at your ease, which is really important in personal care. Once she finishes the key tasks she just gets on with lots of other work without being asked. She is just one of those people that looks around, sees what needs to be done and does it. She is super professional and I would and probably will, work with her again.”
“I would like to thank Michael for his outstanding commitment to caring for our mum. He is demonstrating to the family on a daily basis, an excellent professional attitude. In using hoists to move mum, administrating medications, food preparation and feeding, cleaning and bathing mum and his all round general care for our mum.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Surrey
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 44 nearest carers with a full profile, 39 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Alefah R.Sutton · 23 years caring“Over the years I have supported people living with dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis and motor neurone disease, alongside people managing diabetes, heart disease, respiratory conditions and recovery after surgery.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Wilson B.Woking · 23 years caring“I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, diabetes, arthritis and osteoporosis, as well as those living with reduced mobility, respiratory illness, heart disease or needing end of life and post-operative…”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Fharuk B.Horley · 5 years caring“With five years of experience, I've supported people through dementia, stroke recovery, Parkinson's, and end of life care, alongside practical help with mobility, medication, and personal care.”£20 an hourProfile →
“The fact that Zion has been my father's live-in carer for the past three and a half years is testament in itself. Not only has she looked after him beautifully, she has also been great company for him with lively conversation, kindness and humour. They have a genuine rapport – and I believe it is this consistency and level of care that have slowed his decline.”
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 44 nearest carers with a full profile, 37 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Diana C.Guildford · 45 years caring“Over the decades I've supported people through dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and diabetes, as well as those recovering from surgery or living with declining mobility, arthritis or respiratory illness.”£20 an hourProfile →
Bilal T.Crawley · 9 years caring“I support people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery and physical disabilities, and I am comfortable with personal care, medication reminders and moving and handling when needed.”£19 an hourProfile →
Moses J.Crawley · 8 years caring“I support people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, Parkinson's and physical disability, and I'm comfortable with the practical side too, from medication reminders and personal care to cooking and helping around the home.”£19 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 44 nearest carers with a full profile, 23 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Sarah F.Tadworth · 21 years caring“Over 21 years I have worked in hospitals, day services and people's own homes, supporting a genuinely wide range of clients, from older people living with dementia to adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions such as anxiety,…”£23 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Katya P.Surbiton · 16 years caring“I have gained an experience across all sectors of the health care industry, and that includes within a hospital environment,community work, and private arrangements.”£25 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Sharon K.Leatherhead · 5 years caring“I have supported people who are bedbound, living with spinal injuries or recovering from surgery, as well as those managing anxiety, depression or learning disabilities, so whatever the situation at home, chances are I have worked with something similar…”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 44 nearest carers with a full profile, 16 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Daniela C.Purley · 9 years caring“My experience covers a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis, and end of life care, along with the everyday practical side of things such as cooking, medication reminders, and personal care.”£20 an hour5 reviewsProfile →
Helen M.Cranleigh · 13 years caring“I'm a bubbly, happy sort of person, and I've spent 13 years offering hourly and overnight care around Cranleigh, working with people managing dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and a whole range of other conditions, including end of life care.”£20 an hourProfile →
Agate F.Cranleigh · 12 years caring“What I do have is twelve years of hands-on experience, supporting people through dementia, Parkinson's, diabetes, stroke, arthritis, multiple sclerosis and end of life care, among many other conditions, and I offer hourly visiting care around Cranleigh.”£25 an hourProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Surrey
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 44 nearest carers with a full profile, 31 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Francis H.Caterham · 13 years caringDoes nights2 reviewsProfile →
Reda S.Guildford · 11 years caringDoes nights3 reviewsProfile →
Andrew T.Horsham · 6 years caring“I'm based in Horsham and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and speak both English and Luganda, which has occasionally been a lovely bridge with clients and families alike.”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 44 nearest carers with a full profile, 35 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Neema Mdetele H.Mole Valley · 4 years caring“I love a good walk, a puzzle to get my teeth into, and cooking something nice, and I find these small things often become the best icebreakers with the people I care for.”£22.50 an hourProfile →
Barry K.Horsham · 10 years caring“I once looked after a gentleman with cerebral palsy and learning difficulties who kept himself apart from the rest of the home, up at six each morning for breakfast alone before anyone else stirred.”£25 an hourProfile →
Jacqueline N.20 years caring“I offer hourly visits, overnight stays and live-in care, with experience across dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, heart disease, cancer and end of life care, as well as helping with mobility, personal care, catheter care and medication.”£19.70 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 62 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Surrey.
- A week here costs £1,022 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 44 nearest carers with a full profile, 15 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Allen N.Sutton · 20 years caring“I have spent twenty years working in care around Sutton, offering hourly visits, live-in placements and overnight stays, and I still think the quiet moments matter just as much as the practical ones.”£160 a day1 reviewProfile →
Aman A.Surbiton · 7 years caring£140 a day3 reviewsProfile →
Gabor I.Woking · 11 years caring“Based in Woking, I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and over eleven years I have supported clients through Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and many other conditions, including end of life care.”£150 a day1 reviewProfile →
“Ivanka was always cheerful and happy, she was brilliant promoting Elizabeth’s autonomy and choices even though Elizabeth is barely able to speak now. Ivanka was a good advocate for Elizabeth and communicated well with health professionals involved in her care. Ivanka had a good relationship with us (Elizabeth’s sister and her brother Ron) and kept us informed at all times. I have no hesitation in recommending Ivanka.”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Surrey
234 of the 285 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 10 of them outstanding, and 51 are rated requires improvement or inadequate. The homes here that publish their fees charge a median of £1,655 a week for a residential place and £1,950 for nursing. A live-in carer here costs £1,022 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 Surrey 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 Surrey
263 home care agencies for older people in Surrey
1,187 private carers near Surrey
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 Surrey profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Surrey
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 Surrey sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Surrey ask about the types of care
1,187 carers within about 45 minutes of Surrey offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 328 care homes in Surrey take older people, 166 of them with nursing and 233 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,050 with our fee included, against a median of £1,655 for a care home place in Surrey. 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 328 care homes in Surrey that take older people, 166 provide nursing. 233 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 Surrey sets out each route.
