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Live-in Care in Plymouth
Plymouth, the ocean city on Devon's south coast, has a proud maritime heritage and strong community spirit. Many older residents enjoy Plymouth's coastal lifestyle and want to remain in their homes overlooking the Sound or nestled in the city's friendly neighbourhoods.
265,000
Population
45,000
Aged 65+
17%
Over 65s
£1,300
Live-in care from, per week
The Elderly Population in Plymouth
Understanding the needs of older residents in Plymouth helps us deliver more thoughtful, tailored care. Here are some key facts about the elderly population in the Devon area:
Approximately 45,000 Plymouth residents are aged 65 or over
Plymouth has a higher proportion of older residents than the Devon average
Around 3,800 people in Plymouth are living with dementia
Plymstock, Plympton and Mannamead have high elderly populations
Arranging Live-in Care in Plymouth
From the waterfront homes of the Hoe to the suburban streets of Plymstock, Plymouth has its own local services and practicalities. Points worth knowing when you arrange care here:
- We cover Plymouth and the wider South Devon area
- Our carers serve coastal and rural communities across Devon and Cornwall
- Local hospital care is provided by University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, and we can plan the start of care around a discharge date
- We also cover Torquay, Totnes and the South Hams
Care Services Available in Plymouth
Every Part of Plymouth
Our carers live with the people they support, so we cover the whole of Plymouth - from Barbican, Crownhill, Devonport, Efford to Stonehouse. Search for your area:
Care Assessments and Funding in Plymouth
A free care needs assessment in Plymouth is carried out by Plymouth City 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.
Live-in Care Elsewhere in South West England
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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"My wife recently suffered a stroke and after being in hospital for almost 2 months she has finally returned home. Without the help of Live-in Care Direct this would not have been possible. From my first contact, they were amazing and incredibly supportive."
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