Home care in Whitehaven, Cumbria
Care at home in Whitehaven from a carer you choose, whether that is hourly visits, overnight help or a carer who lives in.
About Whitehaven
Whitehaven is a town in Cumbria, in the CA28 postcode district. The 2021 Census counted about 23,000 residents in the Whitehaven built-up area. West Cumberland Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 2 miles from Whitehaven. Needs assessments in Whitehaven are carried out by Cumberland Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Whitehaven with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Whitehaven
- Live-in care in Whitehaven: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Hourly care in Whitehaven: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Overnight care in Whitehaven: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Whitehaven: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Whitehaven: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Whitehaven: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Whitehaven: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Whitehaven
Cumberland Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Whitehaven: apply on GOV.UK.
Whitehaven is part of Cumbria: see home care in Cumbria for hospitals, funding rules and the other towns we cover there.
Nearby towns and districts
- Cleator Moor
- Harrington
- Egremont
- Workington
- Seaton
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Whitehaven?
Yes. Families in Whitehaven can be matched with checked, self-employed carers. Whether a carer is free depends on who is available near Whitehaven, and we will be honest about it.
How much does home care cost in Whitehaven?
In Whitehaven, 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 Whitehaven starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from West Cumberland Hospital?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Whitehaven when your relative gets home.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Whitehaven?
Cumberland Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Whitehaven: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Whitehaven
Tell us what is needed in Whitehaven, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.