Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Waltham Forest, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Waltham Forest charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Waltham Forest
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 hour2,930 carers within about 45 minutes of Waltham Forest
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night29 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£980 to £1,120 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week22 homes without nursing in Waltham Forest
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week2 nursing homes in Waltham Forest
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Waltham Forest charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Waltham Forest. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Waltham Forest
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.
- 2,930 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Waltham Forest, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 31 of the 50 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Shelina B.Ilford · 13 years caring“Clients often tell me I take the time to properly listen, answering their questions and explaining things clearly rather than rushing through a visit.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Camille M.London · 20 years caring“I am a strong believer in holistic care and empowering individuals to be as independent as they can be.”£20 an hourProfile →
Aqsa A.Greater London · 7 years caring“Some visits are about medication and personal care, others are simply about sitting down for a proper chat over tea.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“Amazing Carer. The best we have experienced! Excellent Customer Service, Communication Skill and of course Care Services. Was very punctual, organized, methodical, caring, skillful and goes above and beyond the call of duty of what is expected of her. Thanks Ruth. Will always use! Asset to Prime Carers! Thank you.:)”
“Edward collected me and took me home after I had surgery. It made all the difference that he was so friendly and helpful, even arriving at the hospital early so he was ready when I was, and driving very safely and smoothly and well as being such a nice chap. Can't recommend him enough.”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 23 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Rozália K.Ilford · 10 years caring“I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, brain injury, diabetes and cancer among other conditions, and I am just as steady with hoisting, catheter and colostomy care, wound dressing or PEG feeding as I am with cooking a meal or sitting down…”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Maria Z.London · 16 years caring“I take as much care with the practical side as I do with the conversation over a cup of tea or a shared puzzle, because I know that anxiety and low mood often sit alongside physical illness and deserve just as much attention.”£21.50 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Margaret N.Ilford · 8 years caring“Alongside that, I try to be good company, and I understand how anxiety, depression, or a long illness can affect someone just as much as the physical side does.”£20 an hourProfile →
“I found this "Talking Therapy" very uplifting and very therapeutic. Edward has shown maturity and commitment, and I am very happy to get to know him. I am sure that I will contact him again in due course as I am fully satisfied with him. I would recommend Edward to any prospective employers or users as he is a very respectable and knows his subject very well. My final words are "A Big Thank you. Well done!!! "”
“Terez was an exceptional carer for my father who has advanced dementia. Her kindness and compassion went a long way to give us the space to care for our father at home,as we wanted to. Would highly recommend her to any other family in a similar situation. Her professional and compassionate approach was invaluable.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Waltham Forest
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 29 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Grace Kosi D.Enfield · 4 years caring“I came into care because I like the quiet satisfaction of helping someone through their day with dignity intact, whether that is a proper wash, a well-cooked meal, or simply sitting and talking.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Dorothy E.London · 35 years caring“Day to day, I offer hourly visits and overnight care, and I am comfortable with the full range of personal support, including bathing, dressing, toileting, catheter care, hoist use and wound dressing.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
Ayesha K.3 years caring“I took the time to sit with them, talk them through it gently, and eventually helped them have a full shower, calm and unhurried.”£23 an hourProfile →
“Charity always went above and beyond for all residents Charity would take Nan on holidays day trips and shopping adventures Charity is a fantastic care giver and would definitely recommend her Charity will a always have a place in all my family hearts for all she done for Nan Kind regards Stella bateman”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Waltham Forest
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 27 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Bridget H.London · 1 years caring“Day to day, I support people with dementia, epilepsy, bipolar disorder, poor mobility and those who are bedbound or recovering from surgery, as well as end of life care.”£22 an hourProfile →
Nancy R.Ilford · 10 years caring“I've supported people through a wide range of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery and post-operative care, and I'm confident with hands-on tasks like moving and handling, hoist use, and catheter care.”£20 an hourProfile →
Lorin Cristian C.Romford · 6 years caring“Over this time I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and diabetes, as well as those recovering from surgery or orthopaedic injuries.”£19 an hourProfile →
“I had Lynette V as a carer for my mother. Sadly my mother passed away in October. She was an excellent carer whose care I could not fault. She was always punctual and someone who I could rely on totally. She was always cheerful and looking for ways to stimulate my mother. She became her "friend" and provided best care always. As a senior nursing Sister myself I would recommend as a carer without hesitation.”
“Ana was an exceptional carer for my father,who has advanced dementia with complex needs. Her kind and competent approach lifted a lot of the pressure and enabled us to take care of our father in his own home, as we wished. We would highly recommend her for any future care work. She was also very sympathetic to my mother's concerns and her professionalism and compassion were second to none.”
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 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 25 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Suzanne S.London · 9 years caring“I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's-type conditions, stroke, MS and heart disease, as well as those needing end of life care, and I have learnt that patience and a level tone matter as much as any practical skill.”£20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Mary L.Romford · 30 years caring“I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, motor neurone disease and many other conditions, and I am just as at home helping with bathing, medication reminders or hoist transfers as I am settling in for a game of cards or a chat about…”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Chengetai Rosemary M.Waltham Abbey · 20 years caring“Over that time I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and heart disease, among other conditions, as well as people who are bedbound or recovering after surgery.”£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 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 22 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Edward K.London · 18 years caring“I have acquired experience, working with clients with learning difficulties, disability, challenging behavior, mental health, incontinence, Autism and epilepsy, in care homes, residential settings hospitals, day centers, supported living and as live-in carer.”£18.80 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Ana R.Ilford · 8 years caring“That approach has served me well with clients living with dementia, Parkinson's, anxiety and depression, and with those recovering from strokes, surgery or fractures.”£18.60 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Fatou D.Harlow · 10 years caring“That decade has taken me through hospitals, work with children with learning disabilities, and years supporting elderly clients, so I've learned to adjust to what each person actually needs rather than working to one method.”£19.20 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 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 13 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Awla S.Enfield · 9 years caring“I've worked with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, Parkinson's and end of life care, and I'm comfortable with more complex needs like PEG feeding, catheter care and hoist use.”£18.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Margery N.Chigwell · 25 years caring“My experience covers a wide range of conditions, including Parkinson's, motor neurone disease, stroke, multiple sclerosis, diabetes and mental health needs such as anxiety, depression and schizophrenia, alongside end of life and post operative care.”£22 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Terez T.8 years caring“With 9 years of experience, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and end of life care, I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I speak both English and Hungarian.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Waltham Forest
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 29 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Donnette B.London · 20 years caringDoes nightsProfile →
Olanrewaju A.London · 2 years caring“Based in London, I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and in two years of care work I've found that companionship, really listening and being present, often makes the biggest difference to someone's day.”Does nightsProfile →
Jeannette U.Greater London · 7 years caring“I'm based in Greater London and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, with seven years of experience behind me.”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 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Kafilat B.Romford · 25 years caring£21.50 an hourProfile →
Warah Adama K.Ilford · 7 years caring“That honesty is something I bring to every night shift, along with seven years of steady, reliable experience caring for people across Ilford.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Aubokwe N.12 years caring“That instinct, treating people how I would want to be treated, has stayed with me through 12 years of care work, including hourly and overnight support, and it shapes everything I do.”£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.
- 100 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Waltham Forest.
- A week here costs £980 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,050.
- Of the 41 nearest carers with a full profile, 16 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Bukunola A.Enfield · 20 years caring£140 a day1 reviewProfile →
George G.Ilford · 16 years caring“Especially live in care. This has become my home now supporting and working together with the team involved.”£160 a day1 reviewProfile →
Kobina E.Enfield · 3 years caring“I'm Kay, based in Enfield, and over the past three years I have offered hourly, live-in and overnight care, with a particular interest in staying alongside clients for the long haul rather than dipping in and out.”£200 a day2 reviewsProfile →
“Sidonia is a first class live-in carer whose dedication and thoughtfulness made her stay a happy experience. "”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Waltham Forest
All 22 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding. 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 £980 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 Waltham Forest 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 Waltham Forest
49 home care agencies for older people in Waltham Forest
2,930 private carers near Waltham Forest
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 Waltham Forest profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Waltham Forest
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 Waltham Forest sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Waltham Forest ask about the types of care
2,930 carers within about 45 minutes of Waltham Forest offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 24 care homes in Waltham Forest take older people, 2 of them with nursing and 18 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 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 24 care homes in Waltham Forest that take older people, 2 provide nursing. 18 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 Waltham Forest sets out each route.