Home care in Antrim and Newtownabbey
Checked, self-employed carers for families across Antrim and Newtownabbey, for hourly visits, nights or live-in care. You speak to carers first, then choose.
Antrim and Newtownabbey at a glance
Of the 148,500 people who live in Antrim and Newtownabbey, about 27,100 (18.3%) are aged 65 or over, according to ONS mid-2025 population estimates. About 3,420 people in Antrim and Newtownabbey are aged 85 or over. Antrim and Newtownabbey has about 204 people per square kilometre.
Population figures: ONS mid-2025 population estimates.
Care at home in Antrim and Newtownabbey
- Hourly care in Antrim and Newtownabbey: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Antrim and Newtownabbey: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Antrim and Newtownabbey: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Antrim and Newtownabbey: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Antrim and Newtownabbey: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Antrim and Newtownabbey: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Antrim and Newtownabbey: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Not sure which type fits? See home care explained or care for specific conditions.
Arranging and funding care in Antrim and Newtownabbey
In Antrim and Newtownabbey, care needs are assessed by the local Health and Social Care Trust. Find your HSC Trust on nidirect.
In Northern Ireland, the local Health and Social Care Trust assesses care needs and can offer direct payments, so families can arrange care themselves (nidirect). Benefits such as Attendance Allowance and NHS Continuing Healthcare can also help; see paying for care at home.
How LCH Care works in Antrim and Newtownabbey
Tell us what is needed
Where in Antrim and Newtownabbey, the help needed, and when care should start.
See matched profiles
Profiles say what experience each carer has.
Speak first
Talk to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care starts
You and your carer agree the routine, and change it as needs change.
There is no office in Antrim and Newtownabbey to visit: LCH Care is an introductory agency. Hourly care costs £25 an hour, with at least 2 hours a visit, and live-in care costs £1,100 a week. You pay LCH Care weekly, and LCH Care pays your self-employed carer. See how it works and pricing.
Towns and districts in Antrim and Newtownabbey
LCH Care matches families across Antrim and Newtownabbey, including these 5 towns, villages and districts:
- Antrim
- Ballyclare
- Crumlin
- Newtownabbey
- Randalstown
Nearby areas
Questions
Do you arrange home care across Antrim and Newtownabbey?
Yes. LCH Care matches families anywhere in Antrim and Newtownabbey, including Newtownabbey, Antrim, Ballyclare and Crumlin, with checked, self-employed carers. Availability depends on carers near you, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Antrim and Newtownabbey?
Wherever you live in Antrim and Newtownabbey, 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. Your written quote confirms the full price before care starts.
Who do I contact for a needs assessment in Antrim and Newtownabbey?
In Antrim and Newtownabbey, care needs are assessed by the local Health and Social Care Trust. Find your HSC Trust on nidirect.
Do you have an office in Antrim and Newtownabbey?
No. LCH Care is an introductory agency without local offices. You speak to carers by phone or video call, and your carer comes to your home.
Care at home in Antrim and Newtownabbey
Tell us what is needed in Antrim and Newtownabbey, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.