Dementia care homes in Sheffield
3 of the 5 care homes in Sheffield are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 2 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.
We do not yet have enough published fees to give a typical figure for dementia care homes in Sheffield. The typical residential care home fee in Derbyshire is £1,231 a week, and dementia care homes usually cost more than that. Every home that has told us its price shows it, dated, on its card.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
Typical fees in Derbyshire
Based on 245 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Care home fees
- £1,398 a week
- Usually £1,287 to £1,406 · 4 homes with fees
Not enough dementia care homes in Sheffield have published fees yet, so all care types in the council area are shown.
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Sheffield cost?
Not enough dementia care homes in Sheffield have published fees for a typical figure yet. Residential care in Derbyshire is typically £1,231 a week and dementia care homes cost more. Ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Sheffield?
3 of the 5 CQC-registered care homes in Sheffield 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 Sheffield?
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 Sheffield?
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.