Felbury House
Dorking, RH5 · 30 beds
CQC: Good
Care home fees
from £795 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Dementia care homes in Dorking
13 of the 15 care homes in Dorking are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 9 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 Dorking typically cost £1,333 a week, about £69,290 a year, based on 4 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,148 to £1,481. That is about 19% less than the typical residential fee in Surrey of £1,655.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,050 a week near Surrey and can look after a couple.
Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers
The typical dementia care home in Dorking
£1,333a week
About £69,290 a year
For a couple, two places: £2,665 a week
A live-in carer, at home£1,050a week
The typical live-in carer near Surrey, set by the carer
Staying at home could cost about £283 a week less, £14,690 over a year
A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,310 a week less than two places.
See live-in carers near Surrey
77 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Surrey
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.
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Another optionStay at home with a live-in carer near Surrey
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.
77 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Surrey
Live-in, a week
typically £1,050
A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Nower House
Dorking, RH4 · 44 beds
CQC: Good
Residential care
£1,265 to £1,569 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Pinehurst Rest Home
Dorking, RH5 · 19 beds
CQC: Good
Care home fees
£1,400 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Dorking Manor
Dorking, RH4 · 76 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
Care home fees
from £1,725 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Bramley House Residential Home
Dorking, RH4 · 16 beds
CQC: Good
Fee not published
Area typical £1,333 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Downsvale Nursing Home
Dorking, RH4 · 35 beds
CQC: Good
Fee not published
Area typical £1,333 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Garth House
Dorking, RH4 · 42 beds
CQC: Good
Fee not published
Area typical £1,333 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Rose Hill Nursing Home
Dorking, RH4 · 35 beds
CQC: Good
Fee not published
Area typical £1,333 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Stanecroft
Dorking, RH5 · 50 beds
CQC: Good
Fee not published
Area typical £1,333 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Westcott House Nursing Home
Dorking, RH4 · 60 beds
CQC: Good
Fee not published
Area typical £1,333 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Deepdene Care Centre
Dorking, RH4 · 66 beds
CQC: Requires improvement
Fee not published
Area typical £1,333 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Garth House
Dorking, RH4 · 42 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
Fee not published
Area typical £1,333 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Stanecroft
Dorking, RH5 · 50 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
Fee not published
Area typical £1,333 a week
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Care at home
77 live-in carers within about an hour of Surrey
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 £1,250 a week. 66 can care for a couple. 11 years' experience on average.
Ivanka Z.
1 review
From £1,120 a week, 9 years caring
Based about 7 minutes from Surrey. Can care for a couple
Reda S.
3 reviews
From £1,120 a week, 11 years caring
Based about 23 minutes from Surrey. Can care for a couple
Gabor I.
1 review
From £1,050 a week, 11 years caring
Based about 24 minutes from Surrey. Can care for a couple
Aman A.
3 reviews
From £980 a week, 7 years caring
Based about 31 minutes from Surrey. Can care for a couple
“Without his support we wouldn't have been able to navigate bringing and keeping Dad at home.”
“Not only has she looked after him beautifully, she has also been great company for him with lively conversation, kindness and humour.”
See live-in carers near SurreyProfiles, rates and reviews are free to look at.
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 Dorking
Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 13 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,333
- Usually £1,148 to £1,481 a week4 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 Dorking cost?
Dementia care homes in Dorking typically charge £1,333 a week, usually between £1,148 and £1,481. 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 Dorking?
13 of the 15 CQC-registered care homes in Dorking 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 Dorking?
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 Dorking?
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 Surrey council for a needs assessment.