Everything you need to know about hourly home care—flexible support that fits your life.
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What is Hourly Home Care?
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Is Hourly Care Right for You?
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How Our Hourly Care Works
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Types of Support Available
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Costs and Funding
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Getting Started: The Assessment Process
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Questions to Ask
1. What is Hourly Home Care?
Hourly home care provides flexible, personalised support in your own home for a set number of hours per week. Whether you need help for 2 hours or 20 hours weekly, our carers adapt to your schedule and needs—not the other way around.
Hourly Care Includes:
Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming)
Medication management and reminders
Meal preparation and light housekeeping
Shopping and errands
Companionship and social support
Help maintaining your home and garden
Coordination with healthcare providers
2. Is Hourly Care Right for You?
Hourly home care works best for people who:
Want to remain independent at home with some support
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Need help with specific daily tasks (mornings, evenings, or specific days)
Are recovering from illness or surgery
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Want to maintain their routine while receiving assistance
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Value flexibility and the ability to adjust hours as needed
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Need occasional support rather than round-the-clock care
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Want to stay active in their community with carer support
3. How Our Hourly Care Works
Flexibility is everything. We work with you to create a care schedule that fits your life perfectly.
Our Process:
Initial Assessment: We visit your home to understand your needs, preferences, and lifestyle
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Care Plan Development: Together, we create a plan specifying support hours, tasks, and frequency
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Carer Matching: We select a carer whose personality and experience align with your needs
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Ongoing Support: We remain available to adjust the plan if your needs change
Consistency Matters: We typically assign a small group of Carers to your home, building trust and familiarity while respecting your need for flexibility.
4. Types of Support Available
Morning Support
Help getting out of bed, washing, dressing, medication, and breakfast. Starting your day with confidence and dignity.
Midday Assistance
Lunch preparation, household tasks, or medication reminders while you enjoy your day.
Evening Support
Help with evening routines, dinner preparation, and getting ready for bed safely and comfortably.
Weekly Outings
Trips to shops, garden centers, social clubs, or medical appointments—staying active and connected.
Domestic Help
Light housekeeping, laundry, garden tidiness, and keeping your home comfortable and safe.
5. Costs and Funding
Hourly Home Care Costs (2026)
£37.40–£41.00 per hour plus Travel Time and Mileage
What's Included in the Hourly Rate:
All agreed care and support
Support and management of your care
What's NOT Included:
Personal items (toiletries, medications)
Outings and entertainment
Specialist equipment or medical devices
Funding Options
Self-Funded: Pay privately for flexibility and choice
Local Authority Funding: Warwickshire County Council may contribute if you meet their criteria
Mixed Funding: Combination of council support and private payment
6. Getting Started: The Assessment Process
Step-by-Step:
Call or Contact Us: Let us know you're interested in hourly care
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Home Visit: A care coordinator visits to discuss your needs and preferences
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Care Plan Creation: Together, we establish your support hours, frequency, and specific tasks
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First Week: Your carer begins providing support according to your agreed schedule
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Ongoing Monitoring: We check in regularly and adjust the plan as needed
7. Questions to Ask Your Care Provider
Are you CQC-registered?
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What's your rating?
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Can I meet my carer before they start?
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How do you handle flexibility if my needs change?
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What happens if my regular carer is unavailable?
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How do you communicate with me about changes or concerns?
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Are there any additional fees beyond the hourly rate?
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How is my privacy and dignity protected?
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What training do your Carers have?
Contact Us Today
3/4 Granville Court, Shipston-on-Stour, CV36 4PP
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