In Safe Hands Community Care Services is a home care agency based in Alcester, Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire.
Dementia home care agencies in Alcester
4 agencies
There are 4 dementia home care agencies in and around Alcester on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The most recent inspection was at Platinum Healthcare Services in February 2023.
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Alcester Home Care Agency Ltd is a home care agency based in Alcester, Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire.
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VerifiedVictoriaDomCare Ltd is a home care agency based in Alcester, Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire.
Key facts: Alcester
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 4 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Warwickshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £916 |
| Most recently inspected | Platinum Healthcare Services (February 2023) |
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 Alcester
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 Alcester
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, Warwickshire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £916/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Warwickshire council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Alcester
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Alcester compares with the wider Stratford-on-Avon area and the UK.
| Type of care | Alcester | Stratford-on-Avon avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | £1,363 | £1,363 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | £1,363 | £1,363 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Residential care in Alcester averages £1,363/week — about 14% above the UK average.
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Alcester within ~5 miles; Stratford-on-Avon 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 Alcester?
AskBart lists 4 dementia home care agencies in and around Alcester, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Alcester rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 4 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Alcester?
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 Alcester?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Alcester:
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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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