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Ashridge Home Care is a home care agency based in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, providing care and support delivered in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Dementia home care agencies in Amersham
3 agencies
There are 3 dementia home care agencies in and around Amersham on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Yourlife (Amersham) in May 2022.
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Yourlife (Amersham) is a home care agency based in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, operated by Yourlife Management Services.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Verified26 The Ridings is a home care agency based in Chesham, Buckinghamshire.
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Key facts: Amersham
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Buckinghamshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,188 |
| Most recently inspected | Yourlife (Amersham) (May 2022) |
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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 Amersham
Rated Good or Outstanding
2/ 2 rated
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
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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 Amersham
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, Buckinghamshire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,188/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Buckinghamshire council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Amersham
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Amersham compares with the wider Buckinghamshire area and the UK.
| Type of care | Amersham | Buckinghamshire avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,418 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,435 | £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 (Amersham within ~5 miles; Buckinghamshire 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 Amersham?
AskBart lists 3 dementia home care agencies in and around Amersham, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Amersham 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 Amersham?
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 Amersham?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Amersham:
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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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