Dementia care homes in Reading
9 of the 15 care homes in Reading are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 3 are rated Outstanding and 3 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 Reading. The typical residential care home fee in the South East is £1,500 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.
Typical fees in Wokingham
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.
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Reading cost?
Not enough dementia care homes in Reading have published fees for a typical figure yet. Residential care in the South East is typically £1,500 a week and dementia care homes cost more. Ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Reading?
9 of the 15 CQC-registered care homes in Reading 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 Reading?
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 Reading?
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 Wokingham council for a needs assessment.