Dementia care homes in Leicestershire
97 of the 163 care homes in Leicestershire are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 2 are rated Outstanding and 65 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 Leicestershire typically cost £1,317 a week, about £68,484 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,234 to £1,420. That is about 11% less than the typical residential fee in Leicestershire of £1,475.
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.
The Lawns Residential Home
Westfield House
Brook House Care Home
Devonshire Court
Aarons Specialist Unit
Aigburth
Apple House
Ashby Court Care Home
Ash Tree
Barons Park Care
Beaumanor Nursing Home
Bethel/Bethesda Residential Home
Bosworth Court Care Home
Broadoak Grange
Broadoak Lodge
Brockshill Woodlands
Cedar Mews
Coalville Nursing Home
Conifer Lodge Residential Home
Enderby Grange
Framland
Hadrian House
Hallaton Manor Limited
Typical dementia care homes fees in Leicestershire
Based on 97 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,317 a week
- Usually £1,234 to £1,420 · 3 homes with fees
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Leicestershire cost?
Dementia care homes in Leicestershire typically charge £1,317 a week, usually between £1,234 and £1,420. 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 Leicestershire?
97 of the 163 CQC-registered care homes in Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire?
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 Leicestershire?
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 Leicestershire council for a needs assessment.