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Live-in Care in Sunderland
Sunderland, a proud city on the North East coast, has a strong sense of identity and community. Many older residents in Wearside wish to remain in the homes they've known for a lifetime, surrounded by their local community and the sounds of the sea.
280,000
Population
48,000
Aged 65+
17.1%
Over 65s
£1,300
Live-in care from, per week
The Elderly Population in Sunderland
Understanding the needs of older residents in Sunderland helps us deliver more thoughtful, tailored care. Here are some key facts about the elderly population in the Tyne and Wear area:
Approximately 48,000 Sunderland residents are aged 65 or over
Sunderland has a higher proportion of elderly residents than the national average
Around 4,000 people in Sunderland are living with dementia
Cleadon, Roker and Seaburn have notable elderly populations
Arranging Live-in Care in Sunderland
From the coastal homes of Roker to the residential streets of Cleadon, Sunderland has its own local services and practicalities. Points worth knowing when you arrange care here:
- We cover Sunderland and wider Wearside including Washington and Houghton-le-Spring
- Our carers understand the close-knit communities of the North East
- Local hospital care is provided by South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, and we can plan the start of care around a discharge date
- We also serve County Durham, Seaham and the Tyne Valley
Care Services Available in Sunderland
Care Assessments and Funding in Sunderland
A free care needs assessment in Sunderland is carried out by Sunderland 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 North East 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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