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Stocks Home Care Services is a home care agency based in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Dementia home care agencies in Skelmersdale
6 agencies
There are 6 dementia home care agencies in and around Skelmersdale on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at PCS (Personal Care Services) Ltd in November 2019.
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Home care agencies (6)
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VerifiedShare The Care West Lancashire is a home care agency based in Skelmersdale that provides care and support in people's own homes.
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PCS (Personal Care Services) Ltd provides dementia care and is registered to support older people aged 65 and over, younger adults under 65, and people with…
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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VerifiedRadis Community Care (Malborough Court) is a home care agency based in Skelmersdale, Lancashire.
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VerifiedComfort Call – West Lancashire is a home care agency run by City and County Healthcare Group.
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VerifiedCare at Home Group Ltd St Helens and Lancashire is a home care agency based in Skelmersdale, Lancashire.
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Key facts: Skelmersdale
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Lancashire usual weekly rate (2025) | £790 |
| Most recently inspected | PCS (Personal Care Services) Ltd (November 2019) |
Good2
Not yet rated4
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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CQC quality of home care in Skelmersdale
Rated Good or Outstanding
2/ 2 rated
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
4
Every agency here is regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Each profile shows the full CQC breakdown — whether the service is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
What home care costs in Skelmersdale
Visiting care typically costs £22–£30 per hour across the UK. That’s a typical range, not a local quote, so ask each agency for a written quote. For context, Lancashire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £790/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Lancashire council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Skelmersdale
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Skelmersdale compares with the wider Lancashire area and the UK.
| Type of care | Skelmersdale | Lancashire avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,102 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,253 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Skelmersdale within ~5 miles; Lancashire county-wide); actual fees depend on the home, room and level of care. Home-care figures are typical UK estimates — we don’t yet hold verified local agency rates, so they aren’t shown per area. Always get written quotes. Model your own numbers with the care cost calculator.
Common questions
How many dementia home care agencies are there in Skelmersdale?
AskBart lists 6 dementia home care agencies in and around Skelmersdale, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Skelmersdale rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Skelmersdale?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Dementia live-in care: a guide" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Skelmersdale?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Skelmersdale:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- Care Home or Home Care? Pros and Cons (2026)
- Live-in Care Explained: the Alternative to a Care Home
- How Much Does A Carer Cost - The Ultimate Guide In 2025!
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