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Substance misuse support at home in Princes Risborough
Of the 61 home care agencies covering Princes Risborough, 7 offer substance misuse support. Of the 3 CQC has rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding, compared with 88% for substance misuse support across England. Our estimate of typical fees here: about £32 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 2 home care agencies have not been rated for more than four years and 2 joined the CQC register during the past two years. CQC's latest rating here went to Innovative Start Ltd: Good, on 3 June 2026.
Source: CQC register · Updated 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
Quick summary
- A care needs assessment from Buckinghamshire council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- Among the 3 rated agencies, 3 hold a Good or Outstanding rating, with 4 not yet rated.
- 6 list dementia as a specialism.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Buckinghamshire, updated every day.
To cite: "Substance misuse support at home in Princes Risborough", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 7agencies on the CQC register
- 100%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 6list dementia as a specialism
- 1with a rating or inspection since November 2024
Who offers substance misuse support in Princes Risborough
Sorted on CQC rating and its date, with distance used last. How we rank
- All 61
- Elderly care · 57
- Care for adults under 65 · 55
- Physical disability care · 55
- Dementia care · 54
- Mental health care · 40
- Sensory impairment care · 30
- Learning disability care · 28
- Supported living · 20
- Children's care · 15
- Substance misuse support · 7
- Eating disorder support · 6
| # | Home care agency | Overall rating | Last rated | Office | Extra specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Innovative Start Ltd | Jun 2026 | 6.7 miles | 9 | |
| 2 | Debbie Eaton Case Management | Apr 2018 | 6.6 miles | 6 | |
| 3 | Scope Care Services Ltd | Oct 2018 | 6.6 miles | 8 | |
| 4 | GPAH Resource Centre High Wycombe | Not yet rated | – | 3.4 miles | 7 |
| 5 | Bloomscare Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 6.6 miles | 8 |
| 6 | Nurture Inc Limited | Not yet rated | – | 6.7 miles | 6 |
| 7 | All 4 Health Main Office | Not yet rated | – | 6.7 miles | 8 |
Every agency covering Princes Risborough registered with CQC for substance misuse support, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
Substance misuse support in Princes Risborough: ratings, size and cost
11% of Princes Risborough's agencies (7 of 61) hold a CQC registration for substance misuse support. England-wide, 88% of agencies registered for substance misuse support are Good or Outstanding and here it is 100% (above England, 19 points above the 81% for all agencies in the town).
For substance misuse support, the top rated agencies are Innovative Start Ltd, Debbie Eaton Case Management and Scope Care Services Ltd. 1 was rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from April 2018 and the newest from June 2026. Offices within 2 miles of Princes Risborough centre: 0. Not yet rated: 4. That is usual for services registered recently.
Council-wide, 16 agencies in Buckinghamshire list substance misuse support, and 100% of those with a rating are Good or Outstanding. Here 11% of agencies list substance misuse support, compared with 12% across Buckinghamshire.
Live-in care in the South East 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 substance misuse support involves
Substance misuse support helps people affected by alcohol or drug use to stay safe, manage their health and work towards recovery, alongside specialist treatment services.
Questions to ask agencies about substance misuse support
- How do you support physical health and medication?
- How do you help with housing, money or work?
- Who decides when support can be reduced?
- What training do staff have in substance misuse?
- What happens if someone relapses?
Free advice: FRANK, 0300 123 6600. How to get assessed by Buckinghamshire.
Substance misuse support in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princes Risborough | – | 7 | 3 |
| Prestwood | 4.5 mi | 7 | 4 |
| Wendover | 4.8 mi | 6 | 3 |
| Haddenham | 5.3 mi | 5 | 2 |
| Aylesbury | 6.5 mi | 5 | 2 |
| High Wycombe | 7.4 mi | 7 | 4 |
| Tring | 8.8 mi | 3 | 2 |
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What families want to know about substance misuse support in Princes Risborough
Who offers substance misuse support at home in Princes Risborough?
Of the 61 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Princes Risborough, 7 list substance misuse support as a specialism (Oct 2026). Highly rated options include Innovative Start Ltd, Debbie Eaton Case Management and Scope Care Services Ltd.
Are home care agencies in Princes Risborough well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 3 (100%) of the 3 rated. 4 have not been rated yet, which is common for newly registered services.
How much does home care cost in Princes Risborough?
Typical prices across England in 2026: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Agencies differ more than regions do on hourly rates, so request a complete tariff from each one, covering weekends and bank holidays too. According to the Homecare Association, councils across England should pay no less than £34.42 an hour for home care in 2026/27 if it is to be sustainable. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. See our full cost guide.
Will I get help from Buckinghamshire council with the cost of home care?
Two sources of help: Attendance Allowance, which ignores savings and is for people over State Pension age, and the council. By law (Care Act 2014) Buckinghamshire council must assess care needs at no charge for people who look as if they need support; if savings and investments are under £23,250, it may pay a share once your finances are assessed, depending on income. With care at home, the house itself is not included. How to reach Buckinghamshire council.
How should I compare agencies in Princes Risborough?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: 1 of the 7 listed here was inspected or rated in the last two years, and 2 have an older report. Then ask about continuity of staff, how they handle missed visits, and the full price before you sign. See the checklist.
How do nearby towns compare with Princes Risborough for substance misuse support?
Counting substance misuse support: Princes Risborough 7 (3 Good or Outstanding); Chinnor (3.8 miles): 1, 0 rated Good or Outstanding; Prestwood (4.5 miles): 7, 4 rated Good or Outstanding; Wendover (4.8 miles): 6, 3 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Nearby: substance misuse support around Princes Risborough
- Substance misuse support in Chinnor 3.8 mi
- Substance misuse support in Prestwood 4.5 mi
- Substance misuse support in Wendover 4.8 mi
- Substance misuse support in Haddenham 5.3 mi
- Substance misuse support in Thame 6.2 mi
- Substance misuse support in Aylesbury 6.5 mi
- Substance misuse support in High Wycombe 7.4 mi
- Substance misuse support in Tring 8.8 mi
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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.