Home care in Castleford, Wakefield
Checked, self-employed carers for families in Castleford, from 2-hour visits to live-in care, and you speak to carers before you choose.
About Castleford
Castleford is a town in Wakefield; its postcode district is WF10. The 2021 Census counted about 45,400 residents in the Castleford built-up area. The nearest NHS hospital to Castleford is Pontefract Hospital, about 3 miles away. Needs assessments in Castleford are carried out by Wakefield Metropolitan District Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Castleford with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Castleford
- Hourly care in Castleford: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Castleford: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Castleford: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Castleford: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Castleford: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Castleford: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Castleford: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Castleford
Wakefield Metropolitan District Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Castleford: apply on GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Castleford, see home care in Wakefield.
Nearby towns and districts
- Allerton Bywater Leeds
- Mickletown Leeds
- Holmfield
- Kippax Leeds
- Pontefract
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Castleford?
Yes, LCH Care covers Castleford as part of Wakefield. It depends on carers being available near Castleford, and we will tell you straight away what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Castleford?
Hourly care in Castleford 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 Pontefract Hospital?
Yes, when a suitable carer is available near Castleford. Tell us the discharge date as early as you can, and we will send profiles of carers who could start in Castleford.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Castleford?
Wakefield Metropolitan District Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Castleford: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Castleford
Tell us what is needed in Castleford, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.