Dementia care homes in Boston
17 of the 20 care homes in Boston are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 12 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 Boston typically cost £1,200 a week, about £62,400 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,100 to £1,292. That is about 14% more than the typical residential fee in Lincolnshire of £1,055.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers
About £62,400 a year
For a couple, two places: £2,400 a week
A typical live-in week, set by the carer
A similar price for one person. At home, the carer you choose looks after only you.
A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,045 a week less than two places.
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.
Stay at home with a live-in carer near Lincolnshire
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.
The Haven
Woodlands Court Care Home
Ashridge
Avocet House Care Home
Boston West Care
Manor Gate Care Home
OSJCT Skirbeck Court
The Gardens Residential Home
The Georgians (Boston) Limited - 50 Wide Bargate Boston
The Minstrels Residential Home
White Gables Care Home
Willoughby Grange Care Home
Oakwood Lodge
Ralphland Care Home
Vauxhall Court Care Home
Westfield Nursing Home
9 live-in carers within about an hour of Lincolnshire
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.
8 can care for a couple. 10 years' experience on average.
“Martin was more than a carer, he managed the home and became my uncle's best friend, enriching his life during his last few years.”
“Magda was always positive and proactive about trying new things to keep dad busy. She also introduced new ideas for keeping dad healthy.”
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 Boston
Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 17 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,200
- Usually £1,100 to £1,292 a week3 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 Boston cost?
Dementia care homes in Boston typically charge £1,200 a week, usually between £1,100 and £1,292. 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 Boston?
17 of the 20 CQC-registered care homes in Boston 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 Boston?
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 Boston?
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 Lincolnshire council for a needs assessment.