Dementia care homes in Kingston upon Thames
33 of the 43 care homes in Kingston upon Thames are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 1 is rated Outstanding and 21 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 Kingston upon Thames typically cost £1,850 a week, about £96,200 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,775 to £2,125. That is about 9% more than the typical residential fee in Kingston upon Thames of £1,700.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,050 a week near Kingston upon Thames and can look after a couple.
Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers
About £96,200 a year
For a couple, two places: £3,700 a week
The typical live-in carer near Kingston upon Thames, set by the carer
Staying at home could cost about £800 a week less, £41,600 over a year
A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £2,345 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 Kingston upon Thames
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.
Bourne House Nursing Home
Galsworthy House Nursing Home
Hamilton Nursing Home
Little Brook House
Sherwood Grange
Signature at Coombe Hill Manor
Southborough Nursing Home
St Ann's Lodge 2
At least 100 live-in carers within about an hour of Kingston upon Thames
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. 11 years' experience on average.
“Without his support we wouldn't have been able to navigate bringing and keeping Dad at home.”
“We cannot speak highly enough of the care that Angelique gave, and would recommend her to anyone else needing a live-in carer.”
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 Kingston upon Thames
Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 33 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,850
- Usually £1,775 to £2,125 a week3 homes
- Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
- £1,050
- Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Kingston upon Thames cost?
Dementia care homes in Kingston upon Thames typically charge £1,850 a week, usually between £1,775 and £2,125. 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 Kingston upon Thames?
33 of the 43 CQC-registered care homes in Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames?
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 Kingston upon Thames?
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 Kingston upon Thames council for a needs assessment.