Home care
Home care, also called domiciliary care, is paid care provided in a person's own home rather than a care home, ranging from an hour a week to live-in, round-the-clock support, including specialist nursing care in some cases.
Official source: Help at home from a paid carer - Social care and support guide - NHS →
In England it typically costs £15 to £30 an hour, and access usually starts with a council needs assessment, followed by a means test for any council contribution. Care can be arranged through a homecare agency or by employing a carer directly, and benefits such as Attendance Allowance can help with the cost.
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