Home care in Dronfield, Derbyshire
Families in Dronfield can choose a checked, self-employed carer for visits, nights or live-in care after speaking to them first.
About Dronfield
Dronfield is a town in Derbyshire; its postcode district is S18. About 21,200 people lived in the Dronfield built-up area at the 2021 Census. Royal Hallamshire Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 5 miles from Dronfield. Needs assessments in Dronfield are carried out by Derbyshire County Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Dronfield with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Dronfield
- Hourly care in Dronfield: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Dronfield: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Dronfield: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Dronfield: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Dronfield: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Dronfield: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Dronfield: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Dronfield
If you live in Dronfield, ask Derbyshire County Council for a free needs assessment (apply on GOV.UK).
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Dronfield, see home care in Derbyshire.
Nearby towns and districts
- Dronfield Woodhouse
- Dunston
- Newbold
- Brimington
- Chesterfield
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Dronfield?
Yes, LCH Care covers Dronfield as part of Derbyshire. It depends on carers being available near Dronfield, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Dronfield?
Hourly care in Dronfield costs £25 an hour (2 hours minimum a visit) and live-in care costs £1,100 a week, confirmed in a written quote before care starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from Royal Hallamshire Hospital?
Yes, when a suitable carer is available near Dronfield. Tell us the discharge date as early as you can, and we will send profiles of carers who could start in Dronfield.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Dronfield?
If you live in Dronfield, ask Derbyshire County Council for a free needs assessment (apply on GOV.UK).
Care at home in Dronfield
Tell us what is needed in Dronfield, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.