Live-in Care in Lancaster
Lancaster, the historic county town of Lancashire, sits beautifully on the River Lune. With its castle, university, and Georgian streets, many older residents enjoy the city's character and close community and wish to maintain their independence at home.
145,000
Population
25,000
Aged 65+
17.2%
Over 65s
£1,300
Live-in care from, per week
The Elderly Population in Lancaster
Understanding the needs of older residents in Lancaster helps us deliver more thoughtful, tailored care. Here are some key facts about the elderly population in the Lancashire area:
Approximately 25,000 Lancaster district residents are aged 65 or over
Lancaster has a higher proportion of elderly residents than the Lancashire average
Around 2,200 people in the Lancaster area are living with dementia
Bare, Slyne and Carnforth have high proportions of older residents
Arranging Live-in Care in Lancaster
From the Georgian homes overlooking the Lune to the seaside streets of Morecambe, Lancaster has its own local services and practicalities. Points worth knowing when you arrange care here:
- We cover Lancaster and wider North Lancashire including Morecambe, Carnforth and Garstang
- Our carers serve both the city and the rural Lune Valley
- Local hospital care is provided by University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, and we can plan the start of care around a discharge date
- We also serve Kendal, the South Lakes and parts of North Yorkshire
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Care Assessments and Funding in Lancaster
A free care needs assessment in Lancaster is carried out by Lancashire County Council. Anyone who appears to need care can ask for one, whether or not they will pay for care themselves.
In England the council means-tests care. If savings and investments are above £23,250 you are likely to pay for care yourself, but the value of your home is not counted when care is provided at home.
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.
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