Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Swindon, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Swindon charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Swindon
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £24 an hour23 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £24 an hour55 carers within about 45 minutes of Swindon
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night38 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,036 to £1,206 a week52 live-in carers within reach
- Care homeA room, meals and care, away from homeabout £1,160 a week21 homes without nursing in Swindon
- Nursing homeA care home with nurses on shiftabout £1,410 a week12 nursing homes in Swindon
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Swindon charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home counts are from CQC registrations in Swindon. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Swindon
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.
- 55 carers are based within about 45 minutes of Swindon, charging £19 to £24 an hour with our fee included, typically £20.
- 25 of the 55 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Karolina F.Hungerford · 9 years caring“I am based in Hungerford and offer hourly visiting care, drawing on nine years of professional experience alongside earlier years working in operating theatres, where I trained in ALS and BLS.”£20 an hourProfile →
Lauren I.Swindon · 3 years caring“My week is made up of hourly visits across Swindon, and it's the steady, ongoing ones I enjoy most.”£20 an hourProfile →
Joanne J.Devizes · 3 years caring“People who have spent time with me often say I bring a calm, patient presence to a visit, the kind that helps everyone relax a little.”£20 an hourProfile →
“Abi always goes the extra mile to ensure her patients are looked after to the best of her ability. She keeps a close eye on any potential issues and makes sure that any medical concerns do not go unnoticed. My father had the highest respect for Abi, and our family is incredibly grateful for the care, kindness and professionalism she provided.”
“When my mother came out of hospital i was very worried and confused of how to handle the situation. Linet arrived, I wa looking forward to observe her for a week or two but she impressed me within two hours of her arrival. She was so proactive, attentive and very kind. I was satisfied with the care my mother received. I hope to see her again whenever I need help with my mother as she always talk about her.”
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, 23 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Patricia M.Swindon · 25 years caring“It's often where I end up with clients too, not cooking for them so much as cooking alongside them, chatting about whatever's on the radio while something simmers.”£19.50 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Abi M.Calne · 15 years caring“I offer support with personal care, medication assistance, meal preparation, companionship, shopping, light housekeeping, and help with daily routines.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Cassandra L.Swindon · 6 years caring“I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care in Swindon, and the care I enjoy most is the kind built on company and conversation.”£20 an hourProfile →
“She enabled mum to lead a high quality life in her own home until the very end and Lena and her family became close personal friends to me and my family. We still miss not having her around. I have already recommended Lena to close personal friends who have used her to care for their elderly parents and I have no hesitation in recommending her most highly to you.”
“What a dedicated, honest, reliable and hardworking lady she is! Linet is the best Carer I ever met, she took care of my daughter and the bond they created together was so amazing. I will give 100% recommendation to anyone who is in need of the best Carer to look after their loved ones.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Swindon
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, 32 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
Kenes E.Swindon · 3 years caring“Over three years I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, cancer and a good number of other conditions, and I am confident with hands on care including bathing, toileting, hoist use, catheter care and wound dressing, as…”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Colin J.Swindon · 25 years caring“Day to day I am comfortable with the practical side of things, bathing, dressing, moving and handling, catheter and wound care, and medication reminders.”£20 an hourProfile →
Erhun O.Bristol · 5 years caring“I support people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, learning disabilities, autism and a wide range of other conditions, and I am equally comfortable with practical tasks such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders and hoist use.”£18.50 an hourProfile →
“Even more importantly, however, Barbara treated my mother-in-law with enormous love and compassion and provided an environment where she could feel safe and seen, even though the mechanics of the personal care required frequently caused her distress. Barbara became one of the family and we are forever grateful to her for the time she spent with us all and the support she gave to us.”
“After her car accident my daughter Natalie became ill, lost hope about life. She was always angry, crying, refusing to eat and taking her medications. Linet became her carer and all changed, my daughter started eating, taking her medications and more important her happiness came back. If anyone is looking for caring, dedicated, lovely and patience carer..our Linet is the one”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Swindon
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, 33 write about caring for someone with dementia.
Lucy B.Swindon · 17 years caring“I have supported people with brain injuries, MS, stroke, dementia related conditions, sensory loss, and physical disabilities, and helped with everything from medication reminders and dressing to cooking and laundry.”£20 an hourProfile →
Edmond L.Swindon · 4 years caring“I've been working in the industry for four years now and have experience in caring for those with dementia, anxiety, depression, and type 2 diabetes.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Hajnalka D.Bristol · 17 years caring“I have experience supporting clients with multiple sclerosis, dementia and spinal injuries, as well as working with children and adults with autism and Down syndrome through my SEN teaching background.”£32 an hourProfile →
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, 33 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
Johanna E H.Reading · 20 years caring“Over the years I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, diabetes and many other conditions, alongside personal care, medication and companionship.”£20 an hourProfile →
Kelly M.Malmesbury · 4 years caring“Based in Malmesbury, I've spent four years building experience across an unusually wide range of conditions, from dementia, stroke and Parkinson's to brain injury, learning disabilities and autism, as well as supporting people through cancer, respiratory…”£19 an hourProfile →
Marina-Andreea S.Swindon · 8 years caring“I am comfortable with personal care, medication, mobility support and much more, across conditions from dementia to Parkinson's to end of life care.”£18.80 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 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 14 write about helping someone home from hospital or through a recovery.
Gradwell F.Bristol · 10 years caring“I have been doing this for ten years now, and in that time I have supported people through dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, diabetes and a good deal more, but the clinical side has never been the whole story for me.”£20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Debra N.Swindon · 24 years caring“I still work as a nurse in a community hospital alongside my care work, and after more than 23 years in nursing, looking after people simply feels like my purpose.”£25 an hourProfile →
Babra E.Reading · 8 years caring“I have worked as Team Leader and Nursing assistant in Care and nursing homes, Mental hospitals supporting people with Learning disabilities, terminal illnesses, mental problems, Catheter care, feeding, dressing and complex issues such as stroke, brain injuries…”£18.50 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, 13 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
Mercy W.Reading · 15 years caring“I've supported people recovering from surgery or orthopaedic injuries, living with epilepsy or ME/CFS, and those needing end of life care, so I try to bring both a calm, experienced hand and genuine warmth to whatever the day brings.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Fridah M.Wiltshire · 10 years caring“I am based in Wiltshire and have spent ten years supporting people with a wide range of needs, from dementia and Parkinson's to stroke recovery, mobility problems and end of life care.”£25 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Mary N.Swindon · 18 years caring“Over that time I've supported people with all sorts of needs, from dementia and stroke recovery to Parkinson's, arthritis, and end of life care.”£25 an hourProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Swindon
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, 38 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
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, 39 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
Lorraine M.Witney · 30 years caring“Based in Witney, I offer hourly visiting care and overnight stays. Away from work I like walking, cooking, baking and doing puzzles, and I'm always happy to share these with the people I support.”£20 an hourProfile →
Andrei-Alexandru C.Swindon · 8 years caring£26 an hourProfile →
Esther A.Devizes · 12 years caring“My working week is a mix of hourly visits and overnight stays, based around Devizes. I enjoy both, but there is something special about cooking alongside a client.”£19 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 52 live-in carers are based within about an hour of Swindon.
- A week here costs £1,036 to £1,206 with our fee included, typically £1,120.
- Of the 46 nearest carers with a full profile, 22 also do live-in care as well as visits.
Linet Wanjiku M.Swindon · 3 years caring“I love football and I am available for live-in, live out, hourly, or overnight care. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss your requirements with me.”£173 a day4 reviewsProfile →
Lilly O.Wantage · 10 years caring“I'm based in Wantage and offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and speaking Arabic, English, French and Swahili has meant I can support families from a range of backgrounds and put people at ease from the first visit.”£200 a day1 reviewProfile →
Dieu-Donne S.Thatcham · 15 years caring“Care has always felt like the right place for me to put my energy, and after fifteen years of hourly, live-in and overnight work around Thatcham, it still does.”£145 a day1 reviewProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Swindon
27 of the 30 with a Care Quality Commission rating are rated good or outstanding, 3 of them outstanding, and 3 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 £1,036 to £1,206 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 Swindon 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 Swindon
47 home care agencies for older people in Swindon
55 private carers near Swindon
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 Swindon profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Swindon
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 Swindon sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Swindon ask about the types of care
55 carers within about 45 minutes of Swindon offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, 33 care homes in Swindon take older people, 12 of them with nursing and 22 registered to care for people with dementia.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,120 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 33 care homes in Swindon that take older people, 12 provide nursing. 22 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 Swindon sets out each route.