Compare home care services in minutes
Find safe, reliable care at home services for you or a loved one, with quotes from trusted provider.
- Get free, no-obligation care quote
- Vetted home care services (CQC-regulated and introductory)
- Stay independent at home, in familiar surroundings
How Homecare Comparison works?
Compare Home Care Services
If you’re looking for home care in the UK for yourself or someone you love, you’ll usually come across two main routes: CQC-regulated care services and introductory care. With Homecare Comparison, you can compare and choose the option that feels right for you — with no obligation to go ahead. The cost of home care services in the UK depends on the location and the service of your choice, with visiting hourly care starting from £28 per hour and live-in care ranging from £1,200 to £1,800 + per week.
Care services you can access in the UK.
Home care companies across the UK can support a wide range of needs, whether you’re considering care at home, domiciliary care, or live-in care.
You may be able to arrange:
- Personal care: help with washing, dressing, toileting, continence care, and getting in and out of bed.
- Medication support: reminders or assistance taking medicines (where appropriate).
- Meal support: preparing meals, helping you eat and drink well, and keeping an eye on nutrition.
- Mobility support: help moving safely around your home, using walking aids, and reducing the risk of falls.
- Companionship: someone to chat with, support with routines, and help you feel more confident day to day.
- Specialist support: including dementia care and support after a hospital stay, depending on the provider and your needs.
Household support care workers can help with
Care workers in the UK can often help with everyday tasks that keep your home running smoothly, such as:
- Light cleaning and tidying
- Laundry and changing bed linen
- Shopping and collecting prescriptions
- Simple meal prep and washing up
- Keeping your home safe and comfortable (for example, checking heating, making sure walkways are clear)
Your choice, your pace
Whether you’re exploring CQC-regulated home care or introductory care, you can compare services, ask questions, and choose what suits you best. There’s no obligation — you only move forward if you’re happy with the care plan and the cost.
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Frequently asked questions
Here are some of the most common questions families ask when using our home care comparison service. If you’re unsure about anything, just complete the form and a provider can talk you through your options.
Yes — using Homecare Comparison to request and compare home care services is completely free for families. If you choose to use one of the services we introduce, it won’t increase the price you pay.
You’ll see a comparison of Care Quality Commission (CQC)-regulated services and introductory care. We understand everyone’s needs are different, so you can choose the option that best suits your individual circumstances.
In urgent cases, domiciliary care can sometimes be arranged within 24–48 hours. If you’re planning ahead, many families arrange care weeks or months in advance. Share your timescale in the form and providers will advise on availability.
First, you’ll have a brief phone call to discuss your needs. You may then receive written quotes and care proposals by email, which you can review and compare at your convenience.
No — there’s absolutely no obligation to proceed with any services. You’re free to ask questions, compare prices and care options, and only move forward when you feel comfortable with both the care plan and the costs.