47 of the 83 care homes in Lincoln are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 2 are rated Outstanding and 31 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 Lincoln typically cost £1,167 a week, about £60,684 a year, based on 4 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,076 to £1,235. That is about 11% 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.
About £60,684 a year
For a couple, two places: £2,334 a week
A live-in carer, at homeA 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, £979 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.
Another optionA 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.
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.
Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 47 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.
Dementia care homes in Lincoln typically charge £1,167 a week, usually between £1,076 and £1,235. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.
47 of the 83 CQC-registered care homes in Lincoln are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
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.
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.
