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Dementia care homes in Derbyshire

143 of the 245 care homes in Derbyshire are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 6 are rated Outstanding and 93 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.

Dementia care homes in Derbyshire typically cost £1,395 a week, about £72,540 a year, based on 9 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,200 to £1,425. That is about 9% more than the typical residential fee in Derbyshire of £1,281.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,120 a week near Derbyshire and can look after a couple.

Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers

The typical dementia care home in Derbyshire
£1,395a week

About £72,540 a year

For a couple, two places: £2,790 a week

PrimeCarersA live-in carer, at home
£1,120a week

The typical live-in carer near Derbyshire, set by the carer

Staying at home could cost about £275 a week less, £14,300 over a year

A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,435 a week less than two places.

See live-in carers near Derbyshire
62 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Derbyshire

PrimeCarers runs this site. Carers on it are self-employed and set their own rates. Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them.

Nursing careFees published1 filter, 68 homes · clear
Ashbourne Lodge, Ashbourne

Ashbourne Lodge

Ashbourne, DE6 · 80 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaJames Hudson(Builders)
Nursing care
£1,833 to £1,981 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
PrimeCarersAnother option

Stay at home with a live-in carer near Derbyshire

A carer moves in, so there is no move, no shared lounge and your own routine. Each carer’s profile shows their rate, experience and reviews, and you choose who to talk to.

62 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Derbyshire
Live-in, a week
typically £1,120
A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Spencer Grove Care Home, Belper

Spencer Grove Care Home

Belper, DE56 · 68 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaMilford Care
Nursing care
£1,701 to £1,939 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Ashfields Care Home, Heanor

Ashfields Care Home

Heanor, DE75 · 76 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaAshfields Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Acacia Lodge, Ripley

Acacia Lodge

Ripley, DE5 · 18 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaDavid Irandoust
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Alexandra Care Home, Nottingham

Alexandra Care Home

Nottingham, NG10 · 40 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaRosmead Healthcare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Amberley Nursing Home, Chesterfield

Amberley Nursing Home

Chesterfield, S44 · 12 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaEMH Care and Support
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Ashgate House Care Home, Chesterfield

Ashgate House Care Home

Chesterfield, S42 · 47 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaAshgate Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Autumn Grange Nursing Home, Worksop

Autumn Grange Nursing Home

Worksop, S80 · 54 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaMonarch Healthcare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Bakewell Cottage Nursing Home, Bakewell

Bakewell Cottage Nursing Home

Bakewell, DE45 · 38 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWestwick Group
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Belvedere House Care Home, Chesterfield

Belvedere House Care Home

Chesterfield, S40 · 64 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaCrown Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Blackwell Care Centre, Alfreton

Blackwell Care Centre

Alfreton, DE55 · 49 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaOnly Care (Blackwell)
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Brookholme Croft Ltd, Chesterfield

Brookholme Croft Ltd

Chesterfield, S41 · 46 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaBrookholme Croft
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Brookview Nursing Home, Chesterfield

Brookview Nursing Home

Chesterfield, S18 · 60 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaHeathcotes Group
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Burton Closes Hall Care Home, Bakewell

Burton Closes Hall Care Home

Bakewell, DE45 · 58 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaHill Care Group
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Dent House Nursing Home, Matlock

Dent House Nursing Home

Matlock, DE4 · 10 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaCaritas Services
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Eden Holme Care, Chesterfield

Eden Holme Care

Chesterfield, S40 · 51 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaLangdale Lodge
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Gresley House Residential Home, Swadlincote

Gresley House Residential Home

Swadlincote, DE11 · 44 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaTynefield
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Haddon Hall Care Home, Buxton

Haddon Hall Care Home

Buxton, SK17 · 75 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaPorthaven Care Homes
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Haddon House Nursing Home, Chesterfield

Haddon House Nursing Home

Chesterfield, S43 · 40 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaMonarch Healthcare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Hill House Nursing Home, Chesterfield

Hill House Nursing Home

Chesterfield, S45 · 29 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaSun Care Living
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Hollybank House, Alfreton

Hollybank House

Alfreton, DE55 · 45 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaOnly Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,395 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Care at home

62 live-in carers within about an hour of Derbyshire

These are self-employed carers on PrimeCarers, the introductory agency that runs this directory. Each has a profile with their own rates and reviews from families, and you choose who to talk to.

Most charge £1,010 to £1,260 a week. 51 can care for a couple. 12 years' experience on average.

“Ernest is an amazing professional carer who delivers care from the heart.”
Melanie B., about Ernest C.
“We particularly appreciate the companionship Dawn gives in the evenings when she plays cards and Scrabble with my mother.”
Sarah Y., about Dawn Z.
See live-in carers near DerbyshireProfiles, rates and reviews are free to look at.

Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them. Carers set their own rates, and who is free changes week to week.

Typical dementia care homes fees in Derbyshire

Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 143 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.

Residential dementia care
£1,395
Usually £1,200 to £1,425 a week9 homes
Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
£1,120
Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355

Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Derbyshire cost?

Dementia care homes in Derbyshire typically charge £1,395 a week, usually between £1,200 and £1,425. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many dementia care homes are there in Derbyshire?

143 of the 245 CQC-registered care homes in Derbyshire are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What should I look for in a dementia care home in Derbyshire?

Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.

Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Derbyshire?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Derbyshire council for a needs assessment.