VerifiedFriends in the Community Home Nursing is a home care agency based in Lechlade, Gloucestershire, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Requires improvement
Fees on request
Dementia home care agencies in Lechlade
2 agencies
There are 2 dementia home care agencies in and around Lechlade on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at The Care Net in August 2018.
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The Care Net is a home care agency based in Lechlade, Gloucestershire, providing care and support in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
Key facts: Lechlade
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Gloucestershire usual weekly rate (2025) | £923 |
| Most recently inspected | The Care Net (August 2018) |
Good2
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 Lechlade
Rated Good or Outstanding
2/ 2 rated
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 Lechlade
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.
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What later-life care costs in Lechlade
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Lechlade compares with the wider Gloucestershire area and the UK.
| Type of care | Lechlade | 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 (Lechlade 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.
Safety in the area
1 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Anti-social behaviour1
Common questions
How many dementia home care agencies are there in Lechlade?
AskBart lists 2 dementia home care agencies in and around Lechlade, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Lechlade 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 Lechlade?
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.
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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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