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Live-in Care in Derry/Londonderry
Derry/Londonderry, the Maiden City, is a historic walled city in the north-west of Northern Ireland. With strong community bonds and a rich cultural heritage, many older residents wish to remain at home in this characterful city.
110,000
Population
15,000
Aged 65+
13.6%
Over 65s
£1,300
Live-in care from, per week
The Elderly Population in Derry/Londonderry
Understanding the needs of older residents in Derry/Londonderry helps us deliver more thoughtful, tailored care. Here are some key facts about the elderly population in the Northern Ireland area:
Approximately 15,000 Derry residents are aged 65 or over
The North West of Northern Ireland has growing elderly care needs
Around 1,300 people in Derry are living with dementia
The Waterside, Culmore and Eglinton have notable elderly populations
Arranging Live-in Care in Derry/Londonderry
From the homes within the ancient walls to the suburbs along the Foyle, Derry/Londonderry has its own local services and practicalities. Points worth knowing when you arrange care here:
- We cover Derry/Londonderry and the wider North West region
- Our carers understand the city's unique community dynamics
- Local hospital care is provided by Western Health and Social Care Trust, and we can plan the start of care around a discharge date
- We also serve Strabane, Limavady and Donegal border areas
Care Services Available in Derry/Londonderry
Care Assessments and Funding in Derry/Londonderry
A free care needs assessment in Derry/Londonderry is carried out by the Western Health and Social Care Trust. Anyone who appears to need care can ask for one, whether or not they will pay for care themselves.
In Northern Ireland, care at home is arranged through the Health and Social Care Trust after an assessment, and the funding rules differ from the rest of the UK, so ask the Trust what support applies.
We can arrange live-in care privately straight away, alongside or instead of council support. Our funding guide explains the options, including NHS Continuing Healthcare and Attendance Allowance.
Questions About Live-in Care?
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