Home care in Wath upon Dearne, Rotherham
Families in Wath upon Dearne can choose a checked, self-employed carer for visits, nights or live-in care after speaking to them first.
About Wath upon Dearne
Wath upon Dearne is a town in Rotherham, in the S63 postcode district. About 17,000 people lived in the Wath upon Dearne built-up area at the 2021 Census. Montagu Hospital, Mexborough is the nearest NHS hospital, about 2 miles from Wath upon Dearne. Adult social care in Wath upon Dearne is arranged by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Wath upon Dearne with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Wath upon Dearne
- Hourly care in Wath upon Dearne: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Wath upon Dearne: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Wath upon Dearne: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Wath upon Dearne: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Wath upon Dearne: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Wath upon Dearne: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Wath upon Dearne: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Wath upon Dearne
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Wath upon Dearne: apply on GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Wath upon Dearne, see home care in Rotherham.
Nearby towns and districts
- Brampton
- Bolton upon Dearne Barnsley
- Swinton
- Mexborough Doncaster
- Darfield Barnsley
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Wath upon Dearne?
Yes, LCH Care covers Wath upon Dearne as part of Rotherham. It depends on carers being available near Wath upon Dearne, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Wath upon Dearne?
In Wath upon Dearne, 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 Wath upon Dearne starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from Montagu Hospital, Mexborough?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Wath upon Dearne when your relative gets home.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Wath upon Dearne?
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Wath upon Dearne: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Wath upon Dearne
Tell us what is needed in Wath upon Dearne, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.