Home care in Ilminster, Somerset
Care at home in Ilminster from a carer you choose, whether that is hourly visits, overnight help or a carer who lives in.
About Ilminster
Ilminster is a town in Somerset; its postcode district is TA19. About 5,960 people lived in the Ilminster built-up area at the 2021 Census. The nearest NHS hospital to Ilminster is Chard Community Hospital, about 4 miles away. Adult social care in Ilminster is arranged by Somerset Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Ilminster with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Ilminster
- Live-in care in Ilminster: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Hourly care in Ilminster: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Overnight care in Ilminster: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Ilminster: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Ilminster: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Ilminster: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Ilminster: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Ilminster
If you live in Ilminster, ask Somerset Council for a free needs assessment (apply on GOV.UK).
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Ilminster, see home care in Somerset.
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Ilminster?
Yes, LCH Care covers Ilminster as part of Somerset. It depends on carers being available near Ilminster, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Ilminster?
In Ilminster, 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 Ilminster starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from Chard Community Hospital?
Yes, when a suitable carer is available near Ilminster. Tell us the discharge date as early as you can, and we will send profiles of carers who could start in Ilminster.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Ilminster?
If you live in Ilminster, ask Somerset Council for a free needs assessment (apply on GOV.UK).
Care at home in Ilminster
Tell us what is needed in Ilminster, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.