Cost of Live-in Care in Lincolnshire

At PrimeCarers, we pride ourselves on taking a personalised approach to live-in care. We understand that the requirements and circumstances of each individual are different, and thus, each will come with their own unique costs. As such, we strive to provide clear, practical information to help individuals and families obtain an idea about what they might expect to pay for live-in care in Lincolnshire.

In this article, we will look at the average costs for live-in care in Lincolnshire, delve into the factors that might affect these costs, and how these relate to the bespoke level of care provided.

Live-in Care in Lincolnshire

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Paying for the right Care

For a quick overview, we offer two main rates for live-in care at PrimeCarers: a basic rate for individuals who need minimal assistance, and a complex rate for those who require intensive or specialist care.

In Lincolnshire, the average price advertised for basic live-in care is £147.46 per day while complex live-in care averages at £177.10 per day. These figures are obtained from the mean rates set by carers on our platform, who are self-employed and have the independence to define their own prices.

When Costs Go Up

Despite the set ordinary basic and complex rates, the cost of living-in care can be nudged higher due to certain factors.

• Night-Time Activity: If your loved one frequently wakes during the night, additional assistance may be required. This usually incurs additional costs due to the involvement of more complex duties.

• Caring for Two: If the carer will be looking after a couple, the cost is likely to be higher due to the doubling of caregiving duties. To better understand this, you can find more context here.

• Intensive Nursing Care: Depending on the health status of your loved one, intensive nursing care may be needed. This will involve a professional with further training and knowledge, and will naturally come with a higher cost.

• Specialised Skills: If your loved one's condition requires unique expertise, such as dealing with dementia or Parkinson's, a special skill set is demanded, incurring an amplified cost.

Weighing the Cost against the Benefits

Before you let the possibility of high cost put you off, it's essential to assess live-in care not simply as an expense, but as an investment in wellbeing, companionship, and peace of mind.

The thought of moving our loved ones into a residential facility can be accompanied by negative emotions, for both parties involved. But with live-in care, you're not only maintaining their independence but assuring that their care is more personalised, tailored to their habits and lifestyle.

More Savings Than You Think

Furthermore, it's worth mentioning that live-in care might seem expensive at first, but when you start comparing it to a residential care home, factoring everything, you might get a different view. Typically, care homes charge per room, even if it's shared. On top of that, there are additional expenses linked with a care home, like regular cleaning service, meals, utilities and any further personal needs.

When you shift focus on live-in care, one-to-one care for a lot of people can actually be more cost-effective. The caregiver lives in the same house, therefore there's no need to calculate additional costs, every cost is shared, from utilities to groceries.

To explore more details about the cost of live-in care, take a look at our complete guide.

Funding Live-in Care in Lincolnshire

If you're perturbed about how you're going to finance live-in care, there are avenues of assistance at your disposal. From local authority support to self-funded arrangements, our guide to funding live-in care in Lincolnshire offers in-depth information.

Finding Live-in Care in Lincolnshire

Starting the search can seem daunting. To ease this process, you can go through our simple guide to find live-in care in Lincolnshire.

Conclusion

Factor in everything, the cost of live-in care is not merely a financial decision but a worthwhile investment in the quality of life for your loved ones. At PrimeCarers, we're dedicated to working together with you to make that investment the best possible value for the care needed. You can look through our guide to find the best live-in carers in Lincolnshire to meet your caregiving needs.

Remember, individuality is at the heart of what we do. Each circumstance, each need, each costing is unique. We're here to make the process easier, kinder and affordable.