Home care in Dereham, Norfolk
Families in Dereham can choose a checked, self-employed carer for visits, nights or live-in care after speaking to them first.
About Dereham
Dereham, a town in Norfolk, covers the NR19 postcode district. The 2021 Census counted about 20,800 residents in the Dereham built-up area. Dereham Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 1 mile from Dereham. Needs assessments in Dereham are carried out by Norfolk County Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Dereham with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Dereham
- Hourly care in Dereham: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Dereham: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Dereham: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Dereham: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Dereham: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Dereham: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Dereham: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Dereham
Norfolk County Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Dereham: apply on GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Dereham, see home care in Norfolk.
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Dereham?
Yes. LCH Care matches families in Dereham and across Norfolk with checked, self-employed carers. Availability in Dereham depends on carers nearby, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Dereham?
Hourly care in Dereham 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 Dereham Hospital?
Yes, when a suitable carer is available near Dereham. Tell us the discharge date as early as you can, and we will send profiles of carers who could start in Dereham.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Dereham?
Norfolk County Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Dereham: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Dereham
Tell us what is needed in Dereham, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.