Home care in Wells, Somerset
Care at home in Wells from a carer you choose, whether that is hourly visits, overnight help or a carer who lives in.
About Wells
Wells, a city in Somerset, covers the BA5 postcode district. The 2021 Census counted about 12,100 residents in the Wells built-up area. Shepton Mallet Community Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 4 miles from Wells. Adult social care in Wells is arranged by Somerset Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Wells with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Wells
- Live-in care in Wells: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Hourly care in Wells: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Overnight care in Wells: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Wells: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Wells: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Wells: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Wells: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Wells
For a free needs assessment in Wells, contact Somerset Council through GOV.UK.
More on paying for care near Wells, and on hospitals across Somerset, is on the Somerset page.
Nearby towns and districts
- Shepton Mallet
- Glastonbury
- Street
- Portland
- Cheddar
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Wells?
Yes, LCH Care covers Wells as part of Somerset. It depends on carers being available near Wells, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Wells?
In Wells, 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 Wells starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from Shepton Mallet Community Hospital?
Yes, when a suitable carer is available near Wells. Tell us the discharge date as early as you can, and we will send profiles of carers who could start in Wells.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Wells?
For a free needs assessment in Wells, contact Somerset Council through GOV.UK.
Care at home in Wells
Tell us what is needed in Wells, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.