Home care in Ponteland, Northumberland
Families in Ponteland can choose a checked, self-employed carer for visits, nights or live-in care after speaking to them first.
About Ponteland
Ponteland is a town in Northumberland, in the NE20 postcode district. The 2021 Census counted about 10,100 residents in the Ponteland built-up area. The nearest NHS hospital to Ponteland is Freeman Hospital, about 7 miles away. Needs assessments in Ponteland are carried out by Northumberland County Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Ponteland with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Ponteland
- Live-in care in Ponteland: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Hourly care in Ponteland: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Overnight care in Ponteland: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Ponteland: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Ponteland: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Ponteland: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Ponteland: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Ponteland
For a free needs assessment in Ponteland, contact Northumberland County Council through GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Ponteland, see home care in Northumberland.
Nearby towns and districts
- Throckley Newcastle upon Tyne
- Newburn Newcastle upon Tyne
- Wideopen North Tyneside
- Lemington Newcastle upon Tyne
- Ryton Gateshead
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Ponteland?
Yes. Families in Ponteland can be matched with checked, self-employed carers. Whether a carer is free depends on who is available near Ponteland, and we will be honest about it.
How much does home care cost in Ponteland?
Hourly care in Ponteland 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 Freeman Hospital?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Ponteland when your relative gets home.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Ponteland?
For a free needs assessment in Ponteland, contact Northumberland County Council through GOV.UK.
Care at home in Ponteland
Tell us what is needed in Ponteland, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.