Home care in Waltham Abbey, Essex
Families in Waltham Abbey can choose a checked, self-employed carer for visits, nights or live-in care after speaking to them first.
About Waltham Abbey
Waltham Abbey, a town in Essex, covers the EN9 postcode district. The 2021 Census counted about 18,600 residents in the Waltham Abbey built-up area. St Michaels Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 5 miles from Waltham Abbey. Needs assessments in Waltham Abbey are carried out by Essex County Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Waltham Abbey with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Waltham Abbey
- Hourly care in Waltham Abbey: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Waltham Abbey: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Waltham Abbey: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Waltham Abbey: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Waltham Abbey: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Waltham Abbey: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Waltham Abbey: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Waltham Abbey
Essex County Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Waltham Abbey: apply on GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Waltham Abbey, see home care in Essex.
Nearby towns and districts
- Waltham Cross Hertfordshire
- Cheshunt Hertfordshire
- Loughton
- Lower Nazeing
- Theydon Bois
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Waltham Abbey?
Yes, LCH Care covers Waltham Abbey as part of Essex. It depends on carers being available near Waltham Abbey, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Waltham Abbey?
Hourly care in Waltham Abbey 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 St Michaels Hospital?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Waltham Abbey when your relative gets home.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Waltham Abbey?
Essex County Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Waltham Abbey: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Waltham Abbey
Tell us what is needed in Waltham Abbey, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.