Home care in Dewsbury, Kirklees
LCH Care matches families in Dewsbury with checked, self-employed carers for hourly visits, nights or live-in care, and you choose who it is.
About Dewsbury
Dewsbury is a town in Kirklees, in the WF12, WF13 and WF17 postcode districts. The 2021 Census counted about 63,700 residents in the Dewsbury built-up area. Dewsbury and District Hospital is the nearest NHS hospital, about 1 mile from Dewsbury. Adult social care in Dewsbury is arranged by Kirklees Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Dewsbury with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Dewsbury
- Hourly care in Dewsbury: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Dewsbury: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Dewsbury: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Dewsbury: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Dewsbury: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Dewsbury: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Dewsbury: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Dewsbury
If you live in Dewsbury, ask Kirklees Council for a free needs assessment (apply on GOV.UK).
Dewsbury is part of Kirklees: see home care in Kirklees for hospitals, funding rules and the other towns we cover there.
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Questions
Do you arrange carers in Dewsbury?
Yes. LCH Care matches families in Dewsbury and across Kirklees with checked, self-employed carers. Availability in Dewsbury depends on carers nearby, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Dewsbury?
In Dewsbury, 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 Dewsbury starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from Dewsbury and District Hospital?
Yes, when a suitable carer is available near Dewsbury. Tell us the discharge date as early as you can, and we will send profiles of carers who could start in Dewsbury.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Dewsbury?
If you live in Dewsbury, ask Kirklees Council for a free needs assessment (apply on GOV.UK).
Care at home in Dewsbury
Tell us what is needed in Dewsbury, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.