How did you choose the best home carers in Plymouth?

By what their clients said first, then by their record. We start from every carer who offers visits and is based within about 45 minutes of Plymouth, and keep those with a studio portrait and a profile that says enough about them to be useful. They are ordered by their client rating and how many reviews they have, then by whether a client wrote a review we can quote, then by their record with PrimeCarers, their years of experience and the care they have given through us. 1 of the 6 carers profiled here have client reviews, averaging 5.0 out of 5.

Are the carers on this page checked?

Yes. Before a carer appears on PrimeCarers they have passed an enhanced DBS check, an identity check and a right-to-work check, and recorded an online interview. That DBS must have been issued within the last 2 years, and it has to be renewed every 2 years. Their skills, qualifications and training are for you to check with them. How we vet carers sets out each step.

Can we meet a carer before booking?

Yes, and it is worth doing. Message the carers you like through PrimeCarers with the visits you need and anything that has been difficult, then arrange a video call or a visit. Talking to a carer is free and nothing is booked until you say so. Most families speak to two or three carers before choosing.

How much do the best home carers in Plymouth charge?

The carers profiled on this page charge £18.89 to £22 an hour, with our fee included. Across Plymouth carers charge £19 to £20 an hour, typically £19. Agencies usually charge £28 to £35 an hour for a visit. The cost of home care in Plymouth works through what a week of visits comes to.

Are there carers in Plymouth with dementia experience?

11 of the 12 carers on this page list dementia on their profile. A tick on a profile is the carer's own description, so ask each one about the people with dementia they have cared for and what they found hardest. Dementia care at home covers what good support looks like at each stage.

Do any of the carers in Plymouth speak a language other than English?

Yes. Between them the carers on this page speak Igbo, Italian, Portuguese and Romanian as well as English, and the search can filter by language. For someone whose first language has come back to them with age or dementia, a carer who shares it can make visits much easier.

What if the first carer is not right?

Then you choose another, and the same search shows who else is available. For visits, notice under the contract is 48 hours, and PrimeCarers makes no charge to stop or change carer. It helps to agree at the start that the first couple of weeks are a trial for both of you. Our team can help you find someone else in the meantime.

Can one of these carers stay overnight or live in?

Some can, and their profile says so. Of the carers profiled here, 3 also offer overnight care and 1 offer live-in care. Live-in carers travel much further for a placement than visiting carers do, so the best live-in carers in Plymouth is a separate page, drawn from a wider area.

The 6 Best Home Carers in Plymouth (2026)

The best home carers in Plymouth

16 home carers are based within about 45 minutes of Plymouth. This page profiles the six with the strongest record, starting with the one who has been reviewed by clients. Each profile has their photo, their own description of the work and, where there is one, what a client wrote about them.

Chosen by PrimeCarers from carers’ profiles and client reviews · Updated October 2026

Based in Plymouth · 9 years caring

Karina V.

Client rating: 5.0from 2 reviews
Hourly rate: £22 an hour, our fee included

In Karina’s words

“I have always been drawn to the quieter, steadier side of care, the kind where you sit with someone, listen properly and let them set the pace. That calm, thoughtful approach has stayed with me through nine years of hourly care work in Plymouth, and it is still what I lean on every day. Over that time I have supported a wide range of people, from older adults living with dementia to adults with learning disabilities and children with complex care needs.”

Experience Karina writes about

Dementia
Learning disabilities
Cooking

Speaks Italian and Portuguese as well as English. Outside work, Karina lists painting, walking, cooking & baking and decorating.

See Karina’s full profile2 reviews on the profile

Based in Saltash · 10 years caring · Drives

Debra B.

Client rating: No reviews on PrimeCarers yet
Hourly rate: £21 an hour, our fee included

In Debra’s words

“Over ten years of visiting care around Sussex, I've learned that no two days look the same, one morning might involve using Makaton to chat with a client who signs, the next could be helping someone manage a flare up of ME/CFS or settling anxiety before a hospital appointment. That variety is what keeps me in this work, and it's shaped me into someone who adapts quickly to what each person actually needs.”

Experience Debra writes about

Learning disabilities
Autism
Brain injury
Personal care
Medication
Cooking

Outside work, Debra lists walking, puzzles, decorating and gardening.

See Debra’s full profile

Based in Plymouth · 9 years caring · Drives

Lauren M.

Client rating: No reviews on PrimeCarers yet
Hourly rate: £19 an hour, our fee included
Also offers: Overnight care

In Lauren’s words

“I am a fun and enthusiastic person who loves chatting, listening to music and going out for strolls. I am a very family orientated person so talking with clients about their life and experiences is of great interest to me. I have around 8 years experience in the care sector and can't see myself doing anything other than caring. It's great to help clients stay independent as much as it is safe for them to do so in their own homes.”

Experience Lauren writes about

Personal care

See Lauren’s full profile

Based in Liskeard · 11 years caring

Helen H.

Client rating: No reviews on PrimeCarers yet
Hourly rate: £20 an hour, our fee included
Also offers: Overnight care and live-in care

In Helen’s words

“My name is Helen and I'm a happy go lucky soul who loves meeting and working with new clients. I have been helping out as a carer /home help for several years now in various settings. I've worked with clients with various ages young and old with different needs from - Down syndrome Dementia Parkinsons Stroke victims End of life Hip /Joint replacements Hospital discharges Learning disabilities. Catheter users This is to just to name a few, alongside physio.”

Experience Helen writes about

Dementia
Parkinson's
Stroke
Palliative care
Learning disabilities
Diabetes

Outside work, Helen lists walking, dancing, card games and cooking & baking.

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Based in Plymouth · 3 years caring

Rhodia M.

Client rating: No reviews on PrimeCarers yet
Hourly rate: £19.20 an hour, our fee included
Also offers: Overnight care

In Rhodia’s words

“L am a motivated and dependable professional with a strong work ethic and a clear focus on long-term career growth. I take pride in developing my skills, working responsibly, and delivering high-quality results. I am also a driven and proactive individual who values professionalism, growth, and meaningful work.”

See Rhodia’s full profile

Based in Torpoint · 3 years caring · Drives

Isaac C.

Client rating: No reviews on PrimeCarers yet
Hourly rate: £18.89 an hour, our fee included

In Isaac’s words

“People who know my work often say the same thing: that I'm steady, easy to talk to, and someone they can trust to stay calm no matter what the day brings. I think that comes from experience. I've spent three years providing hourly care around Torpoint, and I've learned that a quiet, patient manner does more good than rushing.”

Experience Isaac writes about