Home care · Blackburn with Darwen
Children's care at home in Blackburn
10 out of 54 home care agencies covering Blackburn are registered for children's care. Of the 9 CQC has rated, 78% are Good or Outstanding, next to 89% for children's care across England. Our estimate of typical fees here: about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 5 home care agencies have a rating more than four years old and 1 registered with CQC within the past two years. On 18 February 2026, Direct Approach Care Limited was rated Inadequate, the newest rating here.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Quick summary
- Latest CQC rating changes in Blackburn with Darwen, checked daily.
- Good or Outstanding: 7 of the 9 rated agencies; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate. 1 is not rated yet.
- 7 list dementia as a specialism.
- You can ask Blackburn with Darwen council for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
Reference this page as: The Care Panel, "Children's care at home in Blackburn", Oct 2026, based on the CQC register.
- 10agencies registered with CQC
- 78%Good or Outstanding, among those rated
- 7support people with dementia
- 3inspected or rated since October 2024
Who offers children's care in Blackburn
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 54
- Care for adults under 65 · 49
- Elderly care · 49
- Physical disability care · 44
- Dementia care · 39
- Learning disability care · 32
- Sensory impairment care · 31
- Mental health care · 30
- Supported living · 14
- Children's care · 10
- Substance misuse support · 7
- Eating disorder support · 5
| # | Agency | CQC rating | Last rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delta Care Ltd - Blackburn and Darwen | Oct 2025 | 0.5 miles | 5 | |
| 2 | Alcedo Care Central and East Lancashire | Aug 2025 | 2.2 miles | 9 | |
| 3 | Care Station NW | May 2021 | under 0.5 miles | 4 | |
| 4 | Choice Care | Nov 2019 | 1.0 miles | 8 | |
| 5 | Home Care For You Blackburn | Jan 2020 | 2.1 miles | 6 | |
| 6 | Big Blue Door | Nov 2019 | 3.7 miles | 5 | |
| 7 | GS Social Care Solutions Ltd | Oct 2019 | 4.6 miles | 3 | |
| 8 | Allcare Nurses Agency Limited | Jun 2023 | 1.0 miles | 7 | |
| 9 | Direct Approach Care Limited | Feb 2026 | 6.9 miles | 6 | |
| 10 | YourChoice Send Residentials Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 5.3 miles | 3 |
This table lists each agency covering Blackburn registered for children's care, highest CQC rating first, then the more recent rating, then distance from Blackburn centre.
Children's care in Blackburn by the numbers
Registered for children's care: 10 out of 54 agencies covering Blackburn (19%). England-wide, 89% of agencies registered for children's care are Good or Outstanding and here it is 78% (below England, 13 points below the 91% for all agencies in the town).
For children's care, the top rated agencies are Delta Care Ltd - Blackburn and Darwen, Alcedo Care Central and East Lancashire and Care Station NW. The newest rating is from February 2026 and the oldest from October 2019; 3 fall within the last two years. Offices within 2 miles of Blackburn centre: 4. 1 has no rating yet; new registrations usually wait for a first inspection.
Children's care is on 19% of registrations here and 16% across Blackburn with Darwen.
Live-in care in the North West runs at around £1,610 a week; visiting care is about £33.50 an hour on weekdays, more in the evening and at weekends. How these costs are worked out.
What children's care involves
Short breaks for parents, personal care and support with health routines are the main parts of this care, which is for young people and children with disabilities or complex health needs, together with their families.
Before you choose: questions on children's care
- Can we have the same carers each time?
- How do you plan for the move to adult services?
- How much notice do you need for short breaks?
- How do you work with school and health professionals?
- What experience do carers have with children of this age and need?
Helpline: Contact helpline for families with disabled children, 0808 808 3555. Getting a care needs assessment from Blackburn with Darwen.
Children's care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn | – | 10 | 7 |
| Rishton | 3.1 mi | 10 | 8 |
| Darwen | 3.4 mi | 9 | 7 |
| Oswaldtwistle | 3.5 mi | 11 | 8 |
| Accrington | 5.0 mi | 15 | 11 |
| Haslingden | 7.2 mi | 9 | 6 |
| Bamber Bridge | 7.5 mi | 23 | 14 |
Your council
Blackburn with Darwen
Savings under £23,250? Blackburn with Darwen council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
How to ask for an assessment, paying for care and direct payments in Blackburn with Darwen
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- Typical local prices for home care, overnight and live-in care
- What the council and the NHS may pay, with the 2026/27 savings limits
- The best-rated services near you, from the CQC register
What families want to know about children's care in Blackburn
Which home care agencies in Blackburn offer children's care?
10 of the 54 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Blackburn list children's care as a specialism (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Delta Care Ltd - Blackburn and Darwen, Alcedo Care Central and East Lancashire and Care Station NW.
How are home care agencies in Blackburn rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 9. Of those, 7 (78%) are Good or Outstanding, while 2 are rated below Good. 1 is awaiting a first rating, as is usual for new registrations.
How much should I expect to pay for home care in Blackburn?
Prices typically seen across England in 2026: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. The gap between agencies is bigger than the gap between regions. Ask for prices in writing, and check what weekends and bank holidays cost. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. Our cost guide has more detail.
Can Blackburn with Darwen council help pay for home care?
Possibly. Under the Care Act 2014, Blackburn with Darwen council has a duty to assess, free of charge, anyone who seems to need care and support. After a means test, the council may pay towards care when savings and investments total less than £23,250, depending on income; your home's value is ignored for care at home. Attendance Allowance does not depend on savings or income. Contacting Blackburn with Darwen council.
How can I pick between agencies in Blackburn?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 3 of the 10 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years, while 6 have older reports. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed visits, and what is the full price? Our checklist.
What about children's care in towns near Blackburn?
Blackburn has 10, with 7 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Rishton (3.1 miles): 10, 8 rated Good or Outstanding; Darwen (3.4 miles): 9, 7 rated Good or Outstanding; Oswaldtwistle (3.5 miles): 11, 8 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Data: CQC register, Oct 2026, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. We are an independent directory and do not provide care.