Live-in Care in Dundee
Dundee, the City of Discovery on the banks of the Tay, has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. Many older residents across Dundee wish to remain at home, enjoying the waterfront and the community they know.
150,000
Population
25,000
Aged 65+
16.7%
Over 65s
£1,300
Live-in care from, per week
The Elderly Population in Dundee
Understanding the needs of older residents in Dundee helps us deliver more thoughtful, tailored care. Here are some key facts about the elderly population in the Tayside area:
Approximately 25,000 Dundee residents are aged 65 or over
Dundee has higher rates of age-related health conditions than the Scottish average
Around 2,200 people in Dundee are living with dementia
Broughty Ferry, Barnhill and West Ferry have high elderly populations
Arranging Live-in Care in Dundee
From the waterfront homes near the V&A to the seaside suburb of Broughty Ferry, Dundee has its own local services and practicalities. Points worth knowing when you arrange care here:
- We cover Dundee and wider Tayside including Perth, Arbroath and Montrose
- Our carers understand the communities of the East Coast of Scotland
- Local hospital care is provided by NHS Tayside, and we can plan the start of care around a discharge date
- We also serve Angus, parts of Fife and Perthshire
Care Services Available in Dundee
Care Assessments and Funding in Dundee
A free care needs assessment in Dundee is carried out by Dundee City Council. Anyone who appears to need care can ask for one, whether or not they will pay for care themselves.
Assessments are arranged through the Dundee Health and Social Care Partnership.
In Scotland, personal care is provided free to adults who are assessed as needing it. Other parts of a live-in care package can still be charged for, depending on income and savings.
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?
How live-in care works, what a carer does each day, costs and how it compares with a care home are the same wherever you live. Our guides cover them in full: what is live-in care, prices, live-in care vs care homes and FAQs.
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