Dementia care homes in Lowestoft
18 of the 27 care homes in Lowestoft are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 2 are rated Outstanding and 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 Suffolk typically cost £1,386 a week, about £72,072 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record. That is about 6% more than the typical residential fee in Suffolk of £1,311.
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 Suffolk
Based on 196 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential care
- £1,311 a week
- Usually £1,266 to £1,380 · 4 homes with fees
- Residential dementia care
- £1,386 a week
- Usually £1,368 to £1,387 · 3 homes with fees
- Respite care
- £1,450 a week
- Usually £1,419 to £1,535 · 3 homes with fees
- Care home fees
- £1,440 a week
- Usually £1,345 to £1,523 · 3 homes with fees
Not enough dementia care homes in Lowestoft have published fees yet, so all care types in the council area are shown.
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Lowestoft cost?
Dementia care homes in Suffolk typically charge £1,386 a week. 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 Lowestoft?
18 of the 27 CQC-registered care homes in Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft?
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 Lowestoft?
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 Suffolk council for a needs assessment.