Home care in Melksham, Wiltshire
Families in Melksham can choose a checked, self-employed carer for visits, nights or live-in care after speaking to them first.
About Melksham
Melksham is a town in Wiltshire; its postcode district is SN12. The 2021 Census counted about 18,300 residents in the Melksham built-up area. The nearest NHS hospital to Melksham is Chippenham Community Hospital, about 6 miles away, and Royal United Hospital Bath is about 11 miles away. Adult social care in Melksham is arranged by Wiltshire Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Melksham with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Melksham
- Hourly care in Melksham: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Melksham: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Melksham: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Melksham: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Melksham: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Melksham: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Melksham: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Melksham
Wiltshire Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Melksham: apply on GOV.UK.
Melksham is part of Wiltshire: see home care in Wiltshire for hospitals, funding rules and the other towns we cover there.
Nearby towns and districts
- Bowerhill
- Hilperton
- Corsham
- Trowbridge
- Bradford-on-Avon
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Melksham?
Yes, LCH Care covers Melksham as part of Wiltshire. It depends on carers being available near Melksham, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Melksham?
Hourly care in Melksham 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 Chippenham Community Hospital?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Melksham when your relative gets home.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Melksham?
Wiltshire Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Melksham: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Melksham
Tell us what is needed in Melksham, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.