Home care in Sandown, Isle of Wight
Families in Sandown can choose a checked, self-employed carer for visits, nights or live-in care after speaking to them first.
About Sandown
Sandown is a town in Isle of Wight; its postcode district is PO36. About 11,700 people lived in the Sandown built-up area at the 2021 Census. St Marys Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 8 miles from Sandown. Adult social care in Sandown is arranged by Isle of Wight Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Sandown with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Sandown
- Live-in care in Sandown: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Hourly care in Sandown: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Overnight care in Sandown: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Sandown: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Sandown: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Sandown: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Sandown: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Sandown
For a free needs assessment in Sandown, contact Isle of Wight Council through GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Sandown, see home care in Isle of Wight.
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Sandown?
Yes, LCH Care covers Sandown as part of Isle of Wight. It depends on carers being available near Sandown, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Sandown?
Hourly care in Sandown costs £25 an hour (2 hours minimum a visit) and live-in care costs £1,100 a week, confirmed in a written quote before care starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from St Marys Hospital?
Yes, when a suitable carer is available near Sandown. Tell us the discharge date as early as you can, and we will send profiles of carers who could start in Sandown.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Sandown?
For a free needs assessment in Sandown, contact Isle of Wight Council through GOV.UK.
Care at home in Sandown
Tell us what is needed in Sandown, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.