Home care in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
Families in Melton Mowbray can choose a checked, self-employed carer for visits, nights or live-in care after speaking to them first.
About Melton Mowbray
Melton Mowbray is a town in Leicestershire, in the LE13 postcode district. The 2021 Census counted about 27,500 residents in the Melton Mowbray built-up area. Melton Mowbray Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 1 mile from Melton Mowbray, and Leicester General Hospital is about 12 miles away. Adult social care in Melton Mowbray is arranged by Leicestershire County Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Melton Mowbray with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Melton Mowbray
- Hourly care in Melton Mowbray: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Melton Mowbray: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Melton Mowbray: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Melton Mowbray: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Melton Mowbray: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Melton Mowbray: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Melton Mowbray: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Melton Mowbray
Leicestershire County Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Melton Mowbray: apply on GOV.UK.
More on paying for care near Melton Mowbray, and on hospitals across Leicestershire, is on the Leicestershire page.
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Melton Mowbray?
Yes. Families in Melton Mowbray can be matched with checked, self-employed carers. Whether a carer is free depends on who is available near Melton Mowbray, and we will be honest about it.
How much does home care cost in Melton Mowbray?
In Melton Mowbray, hourly care with LCH Care costs £25 an hour, with at least 2 hours a visit, and live-in care costs £1,100 a week. A written quote confirms the full price before care in Melton Mowbray starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from Melton Mowbray Hospital?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Melton Mowbray when your relative gets home.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Melton Mowbray?
Leicestershire County Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Melton Mowbray: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Melton Mowbray
Tell us what is needed in Melton Mowbray, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.