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Cost of Home Care in North Lanarkshire
The average cost for basic live-in care in North Lanarkshire is £151.85 per day, while basic hourly care costs around £19.32 per hour.
Hourly Care
If you are looking for care for a few hours a day, our average advertised rate is £19.31/hour.
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If you're looking for a live-in carer, then prices can vary, but our average price for a single patient is £1,063/week.
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If your live-in carer needs to be woken more than twice a night then an overnight relief carer can be hired a few nights a week to give the carer a chance to sleep.
Search Overnight CarersPlease Note: The above prices are fully inclusive of our 10-20% fee, and there are no other hidden costs.
Why Do Care Prices Vary in North Lanarkshire?
Different Skills
Carers with different skills and experience levels will charge different rates.
Duration of Care
Shorter visits are usually more expensive than longer visits, and live-in care is usually the most cost-effective option.
Location
If your property in North Lanarkshire is hard to reach by public transport, carers may charge more to cover their travel costs.
The easiest way to find the correct price for your care, is to search for a carer today! Try our carer search below to see which carers are available in your area.
Home Care Costs PrimeCarers vs Traditional Agencies
Fully Independent Carers: Independent carers typically charge between £15 and £25 per hour. This rate reflects the absence of intermediary fees, as clients engage directly with carers, allowing for personalised arrangements and potentially lower costs. However, clients bear the responsibility for vetting, insurance, and managing employment obligations.
Platform-Based Carers: Platforms like PrimeCarers offer a middle ground, connecting clients with vetted, insured, and supported carers. The average hourly rate ranges from £16.50 to £25. This model provides a balance between cost-effectiveness and support, as platforms handle administrative tasks and offer resources, ensuring quality and reliability without the higher fees associated with traditional agencies.
Traditional Agency Carers: Traditional care agencies charge higher rates, typically between £25 and £35 per hour. These fees encompass comprehensive services, including recruitment, training, management, and quality assurance. The higher costs reflect the agencies' operational expenses and the added value of managed services, offering clients convenience and peace of mind.
 | Private Carer | Traditional Agencies | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | Good | Excellent | Poor |
| Choice | Excellent | Poor | Poor |
| Control | Excellent | Excellent | Poor |
| Consistency | Excellent | Moderate | Poor |
| Quality | Excellent | Poor | Poor |
| Safety | Excellent | Poor | Excellent |
- Understanding the Cost of Home Care
- Hourly Home Care
- Live-in Home Care
- Additional Costs to Consider
- Care Vetting and Security
- Conclusion
- Helpful Links
The average cost for basic live-in care in North Lanarkshire is £151.85 per day, while basic hourly care costs around £19.32 per hour.
Understanding the Cost of Home Care
When considering the price points we are discussing today, bear in mind that carers on the platform can set their own rates. Therefore, the prices represent averages based on advertised rates for carers based in North Lanarkshire.
The kind of care required significantly affects the total cost. Factors such as having specific skills or experience, maintaining a driving license, possessing cooking talents and even being comfortable to provide care for a couple could influence the final rate.
Hourly Home Care
Hourly care is calculated simply by how much time a carer spends with a individual. With an average cost of £19.32 per hour in North Lanarkshire, it's mainly suitable for those needing assistance a few hours a day for tasks such as bathing, meal preparation, or medication reminders. The advantage here is the flexibility, as individuals can utilise this service as little or as much as they need.
Live-in Home Care
Live-in care, as the name suggests, involves a carer living in the home with a person. These carers provide round-the-clock support and companionship, ensuring that the individual's care needs are met throughout the day and night. The cost can be influenced by the level of care required, the individual's health condition, and any specialized assistance that may be required. Based on North Lanarkshire’s average, this service typically costs about £151.85 per day.
In situations where a live-in carer is taking care of a couple, the caregiver may need to dedicate an additional 2-4 hours per day, and this should be factored into the cost analyses.
Additional Costs to Consider
There are some additional factors that may increment the cost of care. Carers with a driving license, a personal car or specialised skills (such as stoma or catheter experience), demand higher fees. Moreover, the willingness to care for couples or having specialized cooking skills can boost the rates.
Care Vetting and Security
Ensuring that carers are professional, trustworthy, and genuinely caring is paramount for PrimeCarers. We hand-pick our carers through a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check, ensuring the right to work in the UK, and a professional interview conducted by our team.
Conclusion
Whether you seek hourly or live-in home care services, the costs can vary greatly. In North Lanarkshire, prices will range depending on the type and level of care you need. However, thanks to PrimeCarers, you can be confident that you'll find a carer who is thoroughly vetted, reliable, and capable of providing excellent care.
Helpful Links
Below are some handy links to help you navigate through PrimeCarer’s offerings and costs.
By James Bowdler
I founded and manage PrimeCarers, a Platform that connects Private Clients with Private Carers near them.
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