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How much home care do you need?
Working out how many hours of care a relative needs is one of the hardest parts of arranging care at home. Answer a few questions and we’ll estimate the weekly hours, a typical visit schedule and a rough cost — a starting point before you speak to agencies.
Does your relative need help washing and dressing?
Getting up, washed and dressed — and ready for bed at night.
How it works
An estimate in three steps
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Answer a few questions
Six quick questions about washing, meals, medication, mobility, nights and company.
2
Get an estimate
We estimate the hours of care a week, a typical visit schedule and an indicative cost — a guide to start from.
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Take the next step
Browse CQC-regulated agencies, model the exact cost, or compare a care home if needs are high.
Not sure home care is the right choice at all? Take the care-type quiz.