Home care in Salcombe, Devon
Care at home in Salcombe from a carer you choose, whether that is hourly visits, overnight help or a carer who lives in.
About Salcombe
Salcombe is a town in Devon; its postcode district is TQ8. The 2021 Census counted about 1,580 residents in the Salcombe built-up area. The nearest NHS hospital to Salcombe is South Hams Hospital, about 4 miles away. Adult social care in Salcombe is arranged by Devon County Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Salcombe with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Salcombe
- Hourly care in Salcombe: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Salcombe: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Salcombe: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Salcombe: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Salcombe: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Salcombe: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Salcombe: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Salcombe
For a free needs assessment in Salcombe, contact Devon County Council through GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Salcombe, see home care in Devon.
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Questions
Do you arrange carers in Salcombe?
Yes, LCH Care covers Salcombe as part of Devon. It depends on carers being available near Salcombe, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Salcombe?
Hourly care in Salcombe 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 South Hams Hospital?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Salcombe when your relative gets home.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Salcombe?
For a free needs assessment in Salcombe, contact Devon County Council through GOV.UK.
Care at home in Salcombe
Tell us what is needed in Salcombe, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.