Home care in Newry, Mourne and Down
Checked, self-employed carers for families across Newry, Mourne and Down, for hourly visits, nights or live-in care. You speak to carers first, then choose.
Newry, Mourne and Down at a glance
Of the 182,900 people who live in Newry, Mourne and Down, about 33,700 (18.4%) are aged 65 or over, according to ONS mid-2025 population estimates. Around 3,970 Newry, Mourne and Down residents are aged 85 or over. Newry, Mourne and Down has about 109 people per square kilometre.
Population figures: ONS mid-2025 population estimates.
Care at home in Newry, Mourne and Down
- Hourly care in Newry, Mourne and Down: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Newry, Mourne and Down: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Newry, Mourne and Down: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Newry, Mourne and Down: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Newry, Mourne and Down: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Newry, Mourne and Down: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Newry, Mourne and Down: 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 Newry, Mourne and Down
In Newry, Mourne and Down, 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 Newry, Mourne and Down
Tell us what is needed
Where in Newry, Mourne and Down, 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 Newry, Mourne and Down 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 Newry, Mourne and Down
LCH Care matches families across Newry, Mourne and Down, including these 10 towns, villages and districts:
- Ballynahinch
- Castlewellan
- Downpatrick
- Kilkeel
- Killyleagh
- Newcastle
- Newry
- Rostrevor
- Saintfield
- Warrenpoint
Nearby areas
Questions
Do you arrange home care across Newry, Mourne and Down?
Yes. LCH Care matches families anywhere in Newry, Mourne and Down, including Newry, Downpatrick, Warrenpoint and Newcastle, 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 Newry, Mourne and Down?
Wherever you live in Newry, Mourne and Down, 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 Newry, Mourne and Down?
In Newry, Mourne and Down, care needs are assessed by the local Health and Social Care Trust. Find your HSC Trust on nidirect.
Do you have an office in Newry, Mourne and Down?
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 Newry, Mourne and Down
Tell us what is needed in Newry, Mourne and Down, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.