Dementia care homes in Chippenham
12 of the 21 care homes in Chippenham 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 Wiltshire typically cost £1,543 a week, about £80,210 a year, based on 4 homes with a fee on record. That is about 10% more than the typical residential fee in Wiltshire of £1,400.
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.
Typical fees in Wiltshire
Based on 163 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential care
- £1,400 a week
- Usually £1,359 to £1,503 · 5 homes with fees
- Residential dementia care
- £1,543 a week
- Usually £1,341 to £1,703 · 4 homes with fees
- Respite care
- £1,700 a week
- Usually £1,550 to £1,754 · 3 homes with fees
Not enough dementia care homes in Chippenham have published fees yet, so all care types in the council area are shown.
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Chippenham cost?
Dementia care homes in Wiltshire typically charge £1,543 a week. 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 Chippenham?
12 of the 21 CQC-registered care homes in Chippenham 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 Chippenham?
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 Chippenham?
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 Wiltshire council for a needs assessment.