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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 9 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,150 to £1,360. That is close to the typical residential fee in Leicestershire of £1,338.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,100 a week near Leicestershire and can look after a couple.

Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers

The typical dementia care home in Leicestershire
£1,317a week

About £68,484 a year

For a couple, two places: £2,634 a week

PrimeCarersA live-in carer, at home
£1,100a week

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

Staying at home could cost about £217 a week less, £11,284 over a year

A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,279 a week less than two places.

See live-in carers near Leicestershire
100+ live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Leicestershire

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.

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Hinckley Park Nursing Home, Hinckley

Hinckley Park Nursing Home

Hinckley, LE10 · 40 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWelltower
Care home fees
from £1,317 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,100 a week
PrimeCarersAnother option

Stay at home with a live-in carer near Leicestershire

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.

100+ live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Leicestershire
Live-in, a week
typically £1,100
A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Care at home

At least 100 live-in carers within about an hour of Leicestershire

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 £980 to £1,260 a week. 82 can care for a couple. 12 years' experience on average.

“If you bump into her in the night on her way to the bathroom she will still inquire how you are and if everything is alright.”
Caroline C., about Mary K.
“Together Earther and I supported her to die at home with great dignity and compassion and him to continue with life.”
Karen C., about Earther Simomo K.
See live-in carers near LeicestershireProfiles, 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 Leicestershire

Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 97 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.

Residential dementia care
£1,317
Usually £1,150 to £1,360 a week9 homes
Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
£1,100
Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355

Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Leicestershire cost?

Dementia care homes in Leicestershire typically charge £1,317 a week, usually between £1,150 and £1,360. 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.