Dementia care homes in Southend-on-sea
1 of the 2 care homes in Southend-on-sea is registered with the CQC as dementia care home, of which 1 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.
Dementia care homes in Essex typically cost £1,400 a week, about £72,800 a year, based on 5 homes with a fee on record. That is close to the typical residential fee in Essex of £1,375.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
Typical fees in Essex
Based on 406 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential care
- £1,375 a week
- Usually £1,000 to £1,528 · 16 homes with fees
- Residential dementia care
- £1,400 a week
- Usually £1,350 to £1,550 · 5 homes with fees
- Respite care
- £1,500 a week
- Usually £1,450 to £1,650 · 5 homes with fees
Not enough dementia care homes in Southend-on-sea have published fees yet, so all care types in the council area are shown.
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Southend-on-sea cost?
Dementia care homes in Essex typically charge £1,400 a week. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Southend-on-sea?
1 of the 2 CQC-registered care homes in Southend-on-sea is dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
What should I look for in a dementia care home in Southend-on-sea?
Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.
Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Southend-on-sea?
If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Essex council for a needs assessment.