Home care in Wick, Highland
Care at home in Wick from a carer you choose, whether that is hourly visits, overnight help or a carer who lives in.
About Wick
Wick is a town in Highland, in the KW1 postcode district. Caithness General Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 1 mile from Wick. Adult social care in Wick is arranged by The Highland Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Wick with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Wick
- Hourly care in Wick: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Wick: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Wick: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Wick: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Wick: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Wick: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Wick: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Wick
If you live in Wick, ask The Highland Council for a free needs assessment (apply on GOV.UK).
More on paying for care near Wick, and on hospitals across Highland, is on the Highland page.
Nearby towns and districts
- Millbank
- Thurso
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Wick?
Yes. Families in Wick can be matched with checked, self-employed carers. Whether a carer is free depends on who is available near Wick, and we will be honest about it.
How much does home care cost in Wick?
In Wick, 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 Wick starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from Caithness General Hospital?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Wick when your relative gets home.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Wick?
If you live in Wick, ask The Highland Council for a free needs assessment (apply on GOV.UK).
Care at home in Wick
Tell us what is needed in Wick, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.