Wytham House
Oxford, OX2 · 40 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
Fee not published
Area typical £1,512 a week
Dementia care homes in Oxfordshire
121 of the 147 care homes in Oxfordshire are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 9 are rated Outstanding and 81 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 Oxfordshire typically cost £1,512 a week, about £78,624 a year, based on 11 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,477 to £1,688. That is about 5% less than the typical residential fee in Oxfordshire of £1,597.
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.
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Typical dementia care homes fees in Oxfordshire
Based on 121 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,512 a week
- Usually £1,477 to £1,688 · 11 homes with fees
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Oxfordshire cost?
Dementia care homes in Oxfordshire typically charge £1,512 a week, usually between £1,477 and £1,688. 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 Oxfordshire?
121 of the 147 CQC-registered care homes in Oxfordshire 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 Oxfordshire?
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 Oxfordshire?
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 Oxfordshire council for a needs assessment.