We believe in clear, honest information about how home care is priced and funded. Every person is different, so the best way to get an accurate cost is to talk to us – but this page gives you a helpful guide to the main options available in and around Milton Keynes.
The cost of a home care package depends on several factors, including the level of need, number of hours required, where you live and whether you need daytime visits, nights or live-in care.
Complex care packages are priced according to the skills and training required, the time needed for each visit and the number of carers required for safe moving and handling.
We can provide short visits, longer blocks of care, overnight support or live-in care. We will always be realistic about what is needed to support you safely.
We cover a wide area around Milton Keynes. For more rural locations or longer travel times, pricing may vary – we will explain this clearly when we assess your needs.
Many families choose to pay for some or all of their home care privately. This can give you more choice over who provides care, when visits take place and the type of support included.
We will give you a personalised written quote after your assessment. As a guide, typical privately funded options include:
We are always transparent about costs and will never start care without your clear agreement.
We can work with you to design a package that fits your budget, for example combining:
Many people choose to start with a smaller package and increase support if needed over time.
You may be entitled to support from your local council towards the cost of home care. This will usually start with a care needs assessment and may include a financial assessment.
Your local council’s adult social care team can assess what support you need day-to-day. We are happy to work alongside any plans agreed.
Depending on your income, savings and assets, you may receive full funding, partial funding or be asked to pay for your own care.
If you receive support from the council, you may be offered a direct payment so you can choose your own care provider.
Some people with complex, primarily health-based needs may be eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) funding, which can cover the full cost of a home care package.
CHC is a package of care arranged and funded entirely by the NHS for individuals with significant ongoing healthcare needs.
A Personal Health Budget is money from the NHS to support your identified health and wellbeing needs.
We regularly work alongside NHS teams, clinical nurse specialists and commissioners to deliver safe home care for people with complex needs.
The examples below are for illustration only. After a free home assessment, we’ll provide a personalised care plan and clear cost breakdown for your situation.
For someone living with mobility issues and long-term illness who wants to stay independent.
Funding: private, local authority support or a mixture.
For someone with complex needs such as spinal injury or advanced neurological condition.
Funding: often CHC, personal health budget or mixed funding.
For someone who wants to avoid a care home and remain at home with round-the-clock support.
Funding: private, direct payments or health budgets.
We understand that talking about money is sensitive. Our aim is always to be open, respectful and honest so you can make the right decisions for your situation.
We are happy to talk through possible care options and funding routes before you make any decisions.
Request a call backMany people find it helpful to involve family, a friend or independent financial advisor in conversations about care and funding. We are used to working in this way.
Phone: YOUR-PHONE-NUMBER
Email: info@bespokepersonalhomecare.co.uk