Home care in Lisburn and Castlereagh
Checked, self-employed carers for families across Lisburn and Castlereagh, for hourly visits, nights or live-in care. You speak to carers first, then choose.
Lisburn and Castlereagh at a glance
Of the 152,400 people who live in Lisburn and Castlereagh, about 28,700 (18.9%) are aged 65 or over, according to ONS mid-2025 population estimates. Around 3,970 Lisburn and Castlereagh residents are aged 85 or over. Lisburn and Castlereagh has about 299 people per square kilometre.
Population figures: ONS mid-2025 population estimates.
Care at home in Lisburn and Castlereagh
- Hourly care in Lisburn and Castlereagh: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Lisburn and Castlereagh: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Lisburn and Castlereagh: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Lisburn and Castlereagh: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Lisburn and Castlereagh: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Lisburn and Castlereagh: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Lisburn and Castlereagh: 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 Lisburn and Castlereagh
In Lisburn and Castlereagh, 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 Lisburn and Castlereagh
Tell us what is needed
Where in Lisburn and Castlereagh, 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 Lisburn and Castlereagh 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 Lisburn and Castlereagh
LCH Care matches families across Lisburn and Castlereagh, including these 5 towns, villages and districts:
- Carryduff
- Castlereagh
- Hillsborough and Culcavy
- Lisburn
- Moira
Nearby areas
Questions
Do you arrange home care across Lisburn and Castlereagh?
Yes. LCH Care matches families anywhere in Lisburn and Castlereagh, including Castlereagh, Lisburn, Carryduff and Moira, 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 Lisburn and Castlereagh?
Wherever you live in Lisburn and Castlereagh, 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 Lisburn and Castlereagh?
In Lisburn and Castlereagh, care needs are assessed by the local Health and Social Care Trust. Find your HSC Trust on nidirect.
Do you have an office in Lisburn and Castlereagh?
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 Lisburn and Castlereagh
Tell us what is needed in Lisburn and Castlereagh, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.