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If you’re asking the question how much does domiciliary care cost?. You’re not alone. With more families in South Wales choosing home-based care over residential facilities, understanding private care pricing is key to planning ahead. In this blog, we’ll break down costs, what influences them, and what value you can expect from services like those provided by Ultra Care Health Professionals.

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What Is Domiciliary Care?

Domiciliary care, also known as home care, provides individuals with support in their own homes — helping them maintain independence while receiving the assistance they need with daily living. This can include help with bathing, medication, meals, companionship, and mobility.

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Domiciliary Care Cost Breakdown in South Wales

Ultra Care’s private client rates for 2025 are:

• £19.50 for a 30-minute weekday visit

• £21.50 for a 30-minute weekend visit

• £24.75 for a 1-hour weekday visit

• £26.50 for a 1-hour weekend visit

• Live-in care: £1450.00 per week

• Night care (sleep-in): from £27.50/hour

• Waking night care: up to £35.50/hour

All rates are VAT-exempt and apply across Newport, Porthcawl, and surrounding areas.

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What Affects the Cost of Home Care?

• Length of visits: Longer visits (e.g. 1 hour) cost more but offer more comprehensive support.

• Day of the week: Weekends carry slightly higher charges.

• Care needs: Complex care (such as condition-led or dementia care) may require more time or trained carers.

• Live-in or night care: 24/7 or overnight care is priced differently to short daily visits.

• Mileage: Travel costs may apply at £0.40 per mile.

🔗 Explore our Condition-Led Care
🔗 Learn about Live-In Care

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Why Choose Private Domiciliary Care?

Private home care offers several advantages over standard council-funded options:

• Tailored routines and flexible scheduling

• Consistency with the same carer

• More one-on-one time

• Higher responsiveness to changes in care needs

🔗 See our Private Care Packages
🔗 Contact our team for personalised guidance

External Resources & Trusted Oversight

Our services are proudly CIW-regulated — giving families peace of mind through oversight by the official Care Inspectorate Wales.
You can also review feedback from real families on Homecare.co.uk, and explore guidance from Social Care Wales.

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Conclusion: Planning Domiciliary Care with Confidence

Understanding how much domiciliary care costs helps you plan care that’s both sustainable and high-quality. At Ultra Care Health Professionals, we offer transparent pricing, tailored plans, and truly compassionate support across South Wales.

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