Dementia care homes in Sutton
26 of the 69 care homes in Sutton are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 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 Sutton typically cost £1,455 a week, about £75,660 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,328 to £1,478. That is close to the typical residential fee in Sutton of £1,455.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,050 a week near Sutton and can look after a couple.
Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers
About £75,660 a year
For a couple, two places: £2,910 a week
The typical live-in carer near Sutton, set by the carer
Staying at home could cost about £405 a week less, £21,060 over a year
A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,555 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 Sutton
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.
Willow Lodge Nursing Home
At least 100 live-in carers within about an hour of Sutton
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 £1,230 a week. 81 can care for a couple. 11 years' experience on average.
“She cared for my mum with Alzheimer's with endless patience and kindness, always arriving with a smile and a positive attitude”
“Terry has been of invaluable help to our family while working as a part-time live-in carer for our mother for approximately 6 months”
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 Sutton
Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 26 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,455
- Usually £1,328 to £1,478 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 Sutton cost?
Dementia care homes in Sutton typically charge £1,455 a week, usually between £1,328 and £1,478. 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 Sutton?
26 of the 69 CQC-registered care homes in Sutton 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 Sutton?
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 Sutton?
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 Sutton council for a needs assessment.