Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Wandsworth, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Wandsworth charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Wandsworth
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £20 an hour27 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £20 an hour387 carers within about 45 minutes of Wandsworth
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £165 a night28 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,169 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week6 homes without nursing in Wandsworth
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week13 nursing homes in Wandsworth
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Wandsworth charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Wandsworth. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Wandsworth
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.
- 387 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Wandsworth, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 23 of the 52 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Jewell C.13 years caring£17.39 an hourProfile →
Rudeisha M.Thornton Heath · 10 years caring£19.20 an hourProfile →
Rachida H.14 years caring£20 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.”
“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.”
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, 27 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Tamica B.London · 12 years caring“I'm experienced in mobility support and is a good companion to my ward.”£22.90 an hour4 reviewsProfile →
Latoyah R.London · 16 years caring“I am Level 3 & 4 qualified and have previously worked as a senior carer within a residential care home setting, community care and provided companionship and domestic care services.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Suzanne M.London · 3 years caring“I like to think I meet people where they are, whether that means learning a few calming techniques for someone with dementia or simply sitting quietly with someone who needs company more than conversation.”£14.50 an hourProfile →
“My mum's last few months were most definitely a lot easier with Carla there for both my mum and for me; She is an empathetic listener and also gives very sound advice. She cared effortlessly for my mum and often came up with solutions to 'challenges' that I did not know how to manage. I would thoroughly recommend her and also say, that anyone who has the privilege to have Carla caring for them will be very fortunate.”
“Carla is an exceptional, kind, professional carer. She cared for my mum with Alzheimer’s with endless patience and kindness, always arriving with a smile and a positive attitude, despite having to deal with lots of the the challenging behaviour that Alzheimer’s brings.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Wandsworth
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.
Zahra S.London · 10 years caring“That matters when someone is adjusting to a new face helping with personal care.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
Wilo S.London · 5 years caring“My experience includes helping clients with personal care tasks, administering medication, preparing meals or snacks and feeding, assisting with incontinence, shopping, house-work tasks and laundry.”£20 an hourProfile →
Zahara H.8 years caring“Day to day, I am comfortable with the full range of personal care, including bathing, toileting, dressing, hoist and catheter care, alongside medication reminders and the practical things that keep a home running, such as cooking, laundry and light cleaning.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
“My father was an intelligent man with a good sense of humour and Mario was an amusing and affectionate companion - he for example looked out my father's favourite music music, engaged him in conversation and made sure he was as comfortable as possible. Mario is generous, capable, kind and entirely reliable. He engaged with my father in a warm and thoughtful way. My father was extremely lucky to have him.”
“When my step-father was dying and not any longer at home she made sure they spoke on the phone. This effort she made still moves me to tears. She understands Dementia and how it affects human beings-how it can make them. She is endlessly patient. My Mother trusted her and found her absence hard to deal with. She could also be trusted with money.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Wandsworth
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, 23 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Charity N.Mitcham · 15 years caring“In that time I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy and heart disease, as well as people living with anxiety, depression, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.”£20 an hourProfile →
Marian C.London · 20 years caring“I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and a wide range of other conditions, and I am just as comfortable with the practical side of care, from medication reminders to bathing, dressing and mobility support.”£21.30 an hourProfile →
Femi O.London · 3 years caring“Based in London, I offer hourly, live-in and overnight support, and I speak English and Yoruba, having spent the last three years working with people across a wide range of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to autism and learning disabilities.”£21.50 an hourProfile →
“Maria cared for my elderly aunt from 2017 until she passed away in 2020. My aunt had complex care needs having suffered a stroke which left her paralysed down her right side. She also suffered from dementia. Maria was fabulous with my aunt and enabled her to fulfil her wish of remaining in her own home until she passed away. I cannot recommend Maria highly enough.”
“Tamica is the best carer I have ever come across. She is very professional, attentive and takes initiative, when she took care of my dad who had dementia until he pass away. I would definitely recommend everyone who’s family member have any critical alignment and need special attention to use her service. Big up Tamica my family appreciates you very much.”
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, 26 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Betty N.London · 20 years caring“I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including stroke, Parkinson's, arthritis, COPD and heart disease, and I am comfortable with hands-on personal care as well as quieter companionship.”£20 an hourProfile →
Ashley.Kip L.London · 10 years caring“Over the years I have supported clients living with anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, type 2 diabetes, deafness, visual impairment, physical disability, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, heart disease, HIV and…”£20 an hourProfile →
Helen N.12 years caring“Over the years I've supported people with a wide range of conditions, including stroke recovery, heart disease, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis and declining mobility, as well as anxiety and depression.”£20 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, 10 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Helen A.London · 27 years caring“Writing clear and concise records and reports has enabled me implement client recovery model while performing one-on-one support and guidance.”£21 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Maureen L.London · 17 years caring“I am calm, honest and reliable, and I have supported people through all sorts of challenges, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, mobility problems and end of life care.”£20 an hour4 reviewsProfile →
Amira B.Mitcham · 12 years caring“I have spent 12 years providing hourly and overnight care, and in that time I have supported people with an enormous range of needs, from dementia, Parkinson's and stroke recovery to spinal injuries, respiratory illness, cancer and end of life care.”£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, 14 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Annette G.London · 18 years caring“I've also provided end of life care, when calm and dignity matter most.”£22 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Maryan A.London · 11 years caring“Over eleven years I have supported people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis, respiratory illness and end of life care.”£20.10 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Ameerah O.London · 2 years caring“I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis, mobility problems and end of life care, among other conditions, and I'm comfortable with hands on tasks like bathing, hoist use and catheter care.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“Carla is exceptionally really and and honestly made my Mum’s last 18 months the best they could possibly be. She was not only an amazing Carer to my mum but also her friend and companion, her supporter and her challenger sometimes but every way making my mum’s life better. She is incredibly efficient and strong and never hesitated when she needed to make a tough decision.”
“I have often referred to Jayne as a godsend, really taking the load off my shoulders. She takes real pride in being a carer and it really shows.”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Wandsworth
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, 28 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £165 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Zion I.Greater London · 22 years caringDoes nightsProfile →
Astor A.10 years caringDoes nightsProfile →
Shukri M.10 years caring“I speak English, Italian and Somali, and I offer hourly visits and overnight care, with skills that cover everything from dementia and Parkinson's care to catheter care, mobility support and helping after a fall or operation.”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, 33 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Vida B.London · 10 years caring“Based in London, I offer hourly, visiting and overnight care, and I speak both English and Yoruba, which often helps me put families at ease from the first visit.”£20 an hourProfile →
Siham A.London · 4 years caring“That is the kind of atmosphere I try to bring into my work as a carer in London, whether I am visiting for a few hours or staying overnight.”£19 an hourProfile →
Rose Danstan K.New Malden · 6 years caring“That steadiness carries into how I look after people too, and it's shaped how I work over six years of care in New Malden, offering both hourly visits and overnight care.”£20 an hourProfile →
“Jayne looked after him, took him out for long walks in the park and helped him to become more confident in a difficult situation. When his mobility became better, she also encouraged him to go out with the Upwalker (Rollator for tall people) to improve his walking. We are very sad that she is no longer able to come to us because she moved out of the area for work reasons.”
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 Wandsworth.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,169 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.
Zenaida C.London · 5 years caring“My week is built around the rhythm of the people I support, whether that means popping in for hourly visits, moving in for a spell of live-in care, or sitting through the night on overnight shifts across London.”£148 a day1 reviewProfile →
Mario Da Assuncao N.Greater London · 4 years caring“I have spent four years as a professional carer across Greater London, offering hourly and visiting care, live-in support, and overnight cover, and I hold an up to date DBS so families can feel confident about who they are welcoming in.”£145 a day1 reviewProfile →
Michael B.Mitcham · 4 years caring£140 a day1 reviewProfile →
“We cannot speak highly enough of the care that Angelique gave, and would recommend her to anyone else needing a live-in carer. I would add that she was totally trustworthy around the house too, and with my mother's belongings.”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Wandsworth
17 of the 19 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 2 of them outstanding, and 2 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 £1,169 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 Wandsworth 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 Wandsworth
36 home care agencies for older people in Wandsworth
387 private carers near Wandsworth
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 Wandsworth profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Wandsworth
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 Wandsworth sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Wandsworth ask about the types of care
387 carers within about 45 minutes of Wandsworth offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 19 care homes in Wandsworth take older people, 13 of them with nursing and 15 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 19 care homes in Wandsworth that take older people, 13 provide nursing. 15 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 Wandsworth sets out each route.
