Home care in Herne Bay, Kent
Care at home in Herne Bay from a carer you choose, whether that is hourly visits, overnight help or a carer who lives in.
About Herne Bay
Herne Bay is a town in Kent, in the CT6 postcode district. The 2021 Census counted about 24,900 residents in the Herne Bay built-up area. Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 1 mile from Herne Bay, and Kent & Canterbury Hospital is about 7 miles away. Adult social care in Herne Bay is arranged by Kent County Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Herne Bay with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Herne Bay
- Hourly care in Herne Bay: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Herne Bay: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Herne Bay: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Herne Bay: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Herne Bay: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Herne Bay: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Herne Bay: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Herne Bay
Kent County Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Herne Bay: apply on GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Herne Bay, see home care in Kent.
Nearby towns and districts
- Greenhill
- Hampton
- Herne
- Whitstable
- Sturry
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Herne Bay?
Yes. LCH Care matches families in Herne Bay and across Kent with checked, self-employed carers. Availability in Herne Bay depends on carers nearby, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Herne Bay?
Hourly care in Herne Bay 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 Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital?
Yes, when a suitable carer is available near Herne Bay. Tell us the discharge date as early as you can, and we will send profiles of carers who could start in Herne Bay.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Herne Bay?
Kent County Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Herne Bay: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Herne Bay
Tell us what is needed in Herne Bay, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.