Home care in Alness, Highland
Care at home in Alness from a carer you choose, whether that is hourly visits, overnight help or a carer who lives in.
About Alness
Alness is a town in Highland; its postcode district is IV17. County Community Hospital Invergordon is the nearest NHS hospital, about 4 miles from Alness. Needs assessments in Alness are carried out by The Highland Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Alness with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Alness
- Hourly care in Alness: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Alness: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Alness: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Alness: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Alness: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Alness: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Alness: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Alness
The Highland Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Alness: apply on GOV.UK.
Alness is part of Highland: see home care in Highland for hospitals, funding rules and the other towns we cover there.
Nearby towns and districts
- Invergordon
- Cromarty
- Fortrose
- Dingwall
- Tain
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Alness?
Yes, LCH Care covers Alness as part of Highland. It depends on carers being available near Alness, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Alness?
In Alness, 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 Alness starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from County Community Hospital Invergordon?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Alness when your relative gets home.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Alness?
The Highland Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Alness: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Alness
Tell us what is needed in Alness, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.