Dementia care homes in Plymouth
44 of the 87 care homes in Plymouth are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 4 are rated Outstanding and 31 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 Plymouth typically cost £1,193 a week, about £62,036 a year, based on 5 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £995 to £1,250. That is close to the typical residential fee in Plymouth of £1,193.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers
About £62,036 a year
For a couple, two places: £2,386 a week
A typical live-in week, set by the carer
A similar price for one person. At home, the carer you choose looks after only you.
A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,031 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 Plymouth
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.
9 live-in carers within about an hour of Plymouth
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.
8 can care for a couple. 9 years' experience on average.
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 Plymouth
Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 44 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,193
- Usually £995 to £1,250 a week5 homes
- Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
- £1,120
- Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Plymouth cost?
Dementia care homes in Plymouth typically charge £1,193 a week, usually between £995 and £1,250. 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 Plymouth?
44 of the 87 CQC-registered care homes in Plymouth 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 Plymouth?
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 Plymouth?
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 Plymouth council for a needs assessment.