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Dementia care homes in Westmorland and Furness

41 of the 59 care homes in Westmorland and Furness are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 35 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.

We do not yet have enough published fees to give a typical figure for dementia care homes in Westmorland and Furness. The typical residential care home fee in the North West is £1,148 a week, and dementia care homes usually cost more than that. Every home that has told us its price shows it, dated, on its card.

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.

Nursing careFees published1 filter, 14 homes · clear

Swarthdale Nursing Home

Ulverston, LA12 · 43 beds
CQC: Requires improvement
NursingDementiaVishomil
Fee not published
Area typical £1,148 a week
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Typical fees in Westmorland and Furness

We do not have enough published fees for this area yet to show a typical figure. Across England, residential care usually costs about £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900.

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Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Westmorland and Furness cost?

Not enough dementia care homes in Westmorland and Furness have published fees for a typical figure yet. Residential care in the North West is typically £1,148 a week and dementia care homes cost more. Ask each home for a written quote.

How many dementia care homes are there in Westmorland and Furness?

41 of the 59 CQC-registered care homes in Westmorland and Furness are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What should I look for in a dementia care home in Westmorland and Furness?

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 Westmorland and Furness?

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 Westmorland and Furness council for a needs assessment.