Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Worcestershire, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Worcestershire charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Worcestershire
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £20 an hour32 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £20 an hour1,720 carers within about 45 minutes of Worcestershire
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night36 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,019 to £1,120 a week100 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from home£1,397 a week78 homes without nursing in Worcestershire
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week65 nursing homes in Worcestershire
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Worcestershire charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Worcestershire. Care home fees are the median of the homes here that publish them.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Worcestershire
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.
- 1,720 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Worcestershire, charging £19 to £20 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 28 of the 52 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Betty N.Birmingham · 10 years caring£18.70 an hourProfile →
Asama J.Birmingham · 10 years caring“Clients and families have told me they value how calm and steady I am, and how quickly I become someone they trust rather than just someone who visits.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Sandra M.Birmingham · 6 years caring“I have experience working with the elderly people in their own homes as well as in care homes.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
“Sadie's refreshing, holistic approach to care inspired us all and, since that first meeting, she has started regular visits to our parents and is already building a great bond with them.”
“My Mum really enjoys Sadie coming to visit her - she keeps her company a few hours a week. Mum finds her very calming and good company. Personally I think Sadie has a very lovely way about her and I think she is a perfect companion!”
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 32 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Juliette K.Birmingham · 12 years caring“I enjoy helping patients who require any kind of support from personal care, medication, cooking, house chores, companionship and many more.”£18.80 an hour3 reviewsProfile →
Aisha S.Cheltenham · 17 years caring“Over 17 years of care work, I have learned that the practical side of the job, the medication reminders and personal care, matters most when it sits alongside genuine company.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Jaqline N.Birmingham · 17 years caring“I offer hourly and visiting care, and the moments I value most are the small, steady ones: a proper chat over a cup of tea, a meal cooked the way someone likes it, a familiar routine kept in place.”£21.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“Sadie has made such a difference for, not only, our mother over the last couple of months, but for the rest of the family too. Altzheimers isn't any easy thing for anyone to deal with, either directly or indirectly, and just being able to rely on a caring professional to guide us through the good and the bad times has been useful for all concerned.”
“Juliette cared for my mom for six months. During this time she was a huge help to our family. Going to mom’s house twice a day to help with cooking and cleaning. She always had a good attitude even on the days when my mom wasn’t at her best. I can highly recommend Juliette for anyone who needs care.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Worcestershire
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 41 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Lavinnia C.Smethwick · 21 years caring“Day to day this might mean help with washing, dressing, moving and handling or medication, through to more clinical tasks like PEG feeding, wound dressing, tracheostomy and ventilator care, or using a hoist safely.”£20 an hourProfile →
Theresa R.Oldbury · 8 years caring“I support people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and many other conditions, alongside everyday help like bathing, medication reminders, dressing and mobility support.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Saffie S.Cheltenham · 8 years caring“I am confident with hoist and moving and handling work, catheter and PEG feeding care, bathing and toileting, medication reminders and the day to day tasks like cooking, laundry and admin that keep a household running smoothly.”£25 an hourProfile →
“Sadie is excellent - very professional, courteous and friendly. My 98yr old Mother enjoys chatting to her each week, nothing is too much trouble and all my Mother's personal requirements are met with dignity. l am relieved that l can relax knowing that Mother is cared for when Sadie visits.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Worcestershire
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 39 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Wapula Lilian T.Stourbridge · 15 years caring“I never trained as a nurse, but experience has taught me a great deal, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke, heart disease and end of life care, and I've learned mostly by paying close attention and staying willing to learn.”£19 an hourProfile →
Asanda D.Cheltenham · 12 years caring“My experience covers conditions such as dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and diabetes, along with supporting people who are bedbound or recovering after surgery.”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Cosmas Amarauchechukwu O.Worcester · 4 years caring“I've supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease and cancer, as well as those who are bedbound or recovering after surgery.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
“She was very caring, kind and patient to all his needs, she built up a wondetful rapport with him, she was dedicated and was there for him through good times as well as well as through the tough times like when he was in hospital a couple of times, she was there by his side, helping to keep him safe and be a familiar face through the confusion for him of being in hospital.”
“Sadie is absolutely brilliant. She cares for my parents who both have dementia. She is extremely professional, knowledgeable and so caring. My parents love her visits. I cannot recommend her enough!”
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 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 35 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Tracey B.Kidderminster · 30 years caring“Over the years I've supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and a wide range of other conditions, alongside more everyday needs like bathing, dressing, medication reminders and mobility support.”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Clare C.Birmingham · 2 years caring“I have supported people with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, Parkinson's and arthritis, and I help with everything from meals and medication reminders to washing, dressing and mobility.”£26 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Carol N.Smethwick · 8 years caring“That breadth of experience, across conditions like Parkinson's, stroke, motor neurone disease, respiratory illness and learning disabilities, means I rarely find myself out of my depth, and I try to bring the same steady, patient approach whatever the need.”£16.89 an hour1 reviewProfile →
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 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 17 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Sadie R.Gloucester · 22 years caring“With over 22 years in the care sector, I began my career at Cheltenham General Hospital before moving into home‑based care, where I am able to offer consistent, personalised and high‑quality support.”£28 an hour8 reviewsProfile →
Nasimat T.Worcester · 2 years caring“I've spent two years supporting people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery and a range of other conditions, and in that time I've learned that good care is as much about company as it is about tasks.”£19 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Chidera O.Cheltenham · 1 years caring“Day to day, I support people with a wide range of needs, including dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, diabetes and mobility difficulties, as well as conditions like anxiety and depression where a patient, communicative approach matters just as much as…”£18.80 an hourProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 15 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Mohammed A.Stourbridge · 5 years caring“I have cared for people who are bedbound and those nearing the end of life, always trying to bring a calm, steady presence.”£20 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Joseph M.Birmingham · 20 years caring“Over 20 years I've supported people through a wide range of conditions, from dementia, stroke and Parkinson's to spinal injuries, cancer and end of life care.”£19.50 an hourProfile →
Yvonne D.Oldbury · 20 years caring“I've been offering hourly, visiting care around Oldbury for 20 years, and in that time I've supported people through all sorts of conditions, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, arthritis and end of life care.”£20 an hourProfile →
“I have never met a person who is so kind and thinks about others before himself to such an extent as Chris Malagala. He acted at all times in a completely professional manner, and showed excellent attention to detail, yet was always able to go about his work with a smile on his face. Most of all my Father liked him and trusted him right from the start and throughout the period when Chris cared for him.”
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Worcestershire
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 36 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Awa J.Birmingham · 4 years caringDoes nights1 reviewProfile →
Gemma B.Stourport-on-Severn · 22 years caringDoes nightsProfile →
Glenda M.Birmingham · 13 years caring“I'm Glenda, and I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care in Birmingham, having spent 13 years supporting people with conditions ranging from dementia and stroke to Parkinson's and arthritis, as well as helping with recovery after surgery or a fall.”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 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 37 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Mick G.Gloucester · 4 years caring“I am based in Gloucester, offering hourly and overnight care, and I bring that same warmth into every visit.”£20 an hourProfile →
Abraham N.Malvern · 10 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I try to bring the same calm, steady approach to each visit.”£25 an hourProfile →
Maureen C.Malvern · 15 years caring£19 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 Worcestershire.
- A week here costs £1,019 to £1,120 with our fee included, typically £1,075.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 13 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Chris M.Birmingham · 3 years caring“I have been promoting and providing care to clients and enable them to live independently in their own homes, providing companionship,assisting with personal care{toileting,showering,dressing,etc},administration of prescribed medicines,domestic…”£150 a day2 reviewsProfile →
Olawale Isaac A.Birmingham · 10 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care across Birmingham, and after ten years in the job I have learned that every person needs something a little different.”£160 a day1 reviewProfile →
Latifatu B.Worcester · 3 years caring£170 a day1 reviewProfile →
“She built a wonderful relationship with Mum, taking great care to do things just as Mum wanted, and joining us on family day trips. I always found her reliable, kind, sensitive, intelligent and responsible. She brought good humour and warmth to her work, and related well with our whole family. We hope she will be able to come back soon!”
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Worcestershire
106 of the 130 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 6 of them outstanding, and 24 are rated requires improvement or inadequate. The homes here that publish their fees charge a median of £1,397 a week for a residential place. A live-in carer here costs £1,019 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 Worcestershire 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 Worcestershire
100 home care agencies for older people in Worcestershire
1,720 private carers near Worcestershire
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 Worcestershire profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Worcestershire
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 Worcestershire sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Worcestershire ask about the types of care
1,720 carers within about 45 minutes of Worcestershire offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 143 care homes in Worcestershire take older people, 65 of them with nursing and 126 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,075 with our fee included, against a median of £1,397 for a care home place in Worcestershire. 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 143 care homes in Worcestershire that take older people, 65 provide nursing. 126 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 Worcestershire sets out each route.