What Affects The Cost of Home Help and Housekeeping Support?

What Affects The Cost of Home Help and Housekeeping Support?

Are you wondering what factors influence the cost of home help and housekeeping support?

In this blog, we’ll explain everything you need to know so you can make the best decision for you or your loved one.

Hello, shwmae, I’m Joanne from Living at Home.

We understand that maintaining a household can sometimes be challenging, especially when managing other responsibilities or health conditions.

We’re here to help explain what influences the cost of our home help and housekeeping support services, so you can make an informed decision.

What Home Help and Housekeeping support involves?

Home help and housekeeping support is designed to provide you or your loved one with the support needed to keep your home clean, organised, and comfortable, allowing you to focus on what matters most. 

Here’s a quick look at the services we offer:

Household Cleaning:

Our care professionals assist with tasks like vacuuming, dusting, and tidying up, ensuring a clean and healthy living environment.

Laundry and Ironing:

We handle all laundry tasks—washing, drying, folding, and ironing—so you always have fresh garments ready.

Meal Preparation:

We prepare nutritious meals tailored to your dietary needs and preferences, making sure you’re well-nourished.

Grocery Shopping:

We assist with grocery shopping, either accompanying you to the shops or managing the shopping for you.

Home Organisation:

We help keep your home organised, making it easier for you to navigate and maintain order.

General Household Tasks:

From taking out the rubbish to changing bed linens, we ensure your home runs smoothly.

Our home help and housekeeping services are always tailored to your individual needs, ensuring that your home remains a comfortable and welcoming place.

Factors That Influence the Cost of Home Help and Housekeeping Support:

Frequency of Visits:

The more frequent the visits, the higher the overall cost. 

For example: A weekly visit will cost less than daily support, but daily visits offer more convenience and regular help.

Scope of Tasks:

The range of services you require will impact the cost.

A basic cleaning service will differ from a comprehensive package that includes laundry, meal preparation, and shopping. 

For example: If you need help only with cleaning, that will be more affordable than a plan that includes additional services like laundry and meal prep.

Customisation:

Every household is unique, so we offer personalised care plans tailored to your specific needs. This customisation allows us to provide exactly the support you need, which can affect the cost depending on the level of support required. 

For example: If you require a specialised care plan for complex needs, this may increase the cost due to the personalised attention needed.

Scenarios That Affect Costs:

Let’s look at two typical examples to illustrate how these factors can influence the price:

Scenario 1: 

A care professional visits twice a week for two hours each time, helping with tasks like cleaning, laundry, and taking out the rubbish. The cost for this service would be around £120 per week.

Scenario 2: 

A care professional provides three hours of daily support, handling a wider range of tasks, including meal preparation, kitchen and bathroom cleaning, laundry, and even pet care. The cost for this comprehensive service would be approximately £650 per week.

As you can see, the frequency and scope of tasks play a significant role in determining the overall cost of care and support.

More Information:

For more details or to discuss your care and support needs, please check out our other blog content or contact us directly on 01792 588 111. We’re happy to help you create a care plan that works for you.

At Living at Home, we believe everyone deserves a clean, organised, and comfortable home—and we’re here to make that happen for you

If you’d like more information on how to access financial assistance for home care, please download our ‘Funding Options & Guidance for Home Care’ brochure, which is filled with valuable resources to help you manage the costs of care.