Excellence in Care is a home care agency based in Berkeley, Gloucestershire, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
Dementia home care agencies in Berkeley
1 agency
There is 1 dementia home care agency in and around Berkeley on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Excellence in Care in December 2022.
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Home care agencies (1)
Pins show each agency's office; care is given in people's own homes.
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Key facts: Berkeley
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Gloucestershire usual weekly rate (2025) | £923 |
| Most recently inspected | Excellence in Care (December 2022) |
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 Berkeley
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 Berkeley
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, Gloucestershire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £923/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Gloucestershire council carries out the free care needs assessment.
Typical costs · Paying for home care · Agency or private carer · Support at home
What later-life care costs in Berkeley
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Berkeley compares with the wider Gloucestershire area and the UK.
| Type of care | Berkeley | Gloucestershire avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,369 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,361 | £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 (Berkeley within ~5 miles; Gloucestershire 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 Berkeley?
AskBart lists 1 dementia home care agency in and around Berkeley, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Berkeley rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Berkeley?
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 Berkeley?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Berkeley:
Near Berkeley
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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!
More in our home care guides.
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