Home care · Cheshire East
Learning disability care at home in Crewe
25 of the 45 home care agencies covering Crewe offer learning disability care, from 24 providers. Cheshire East Council has the most, at 2. Of the 19 CQC has rated, 89% are Good or Outstanding, against 89% for learning disability care across England. 1 is Outstanding. Our estimate of typical fees here: about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 13 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago. The most recent rating was AMG Nursing and Care Services - Crewe, rated Good on 13 August 2025.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
In short
- For dementia support, 19 have it on their CQC registration.
- A care needs assessment from Cheshire East council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- 17 of the 19 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding, and 2 are rated below Good, with 6 not yet rated.
- Latest CQC rating changes in Cheshire East, checked daily.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Learning disability care at home in Crewe", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 25agencies registered with CQC
- 89%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 19offer dementia support
- 1inspected or rated since October 2024
Providers offering learning disability care
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 45
- Elderly care · 43
- Care for adults under 65 · 40
- Physical disability care · 36
- Dementia care · 35
- Mental health care · 30
- Sensory impairment care · 26
- Learning disability care · 25
- Supported living · 14
- Children's care · 8
- Eating disorder support · 4
- Substance misuse support · 4
All agencies covering Crewe with a CQC registration for learning disability care. Order: rating, then how recent it is, with distance from the centre used last.
How learning disability care in Crewe compares
25 of the 45 agencies covering Crewe are registered with CQC for learning disability care (56%). England-wide, 89% of agencies registered for learning disability care are Good or Outstanding and here it is 89% (in line with England, in line with the 90% for all agencies in the town).
For learning disability care, the top rated agencies are AMG Nursing and Care Services - Crewe, 1st Enable Cheshire East and Crewe - SOS Homecare Ltd. Ratings run from October 2017 to August 2025, and 1 is from the last two years. Within 2 miles of Crewe centre: 12 offices. 6 have no rating yet; new registrations usually wait for a first inspection.
Cheshire East as a whole has 49 agencies registered for learning disability care; 88% of the rated ones are Good or Outstanding. Across Cheshire East, 52% of agencies are registered for learning disability care, against 56% here.
In the North West, weekday visiting care typically costs about £33.50 an hour, with higher rates at evenings and weekends. Live-in care costs about £1,610 a week. Where these figures come from.
Learning disability care: what it means
The goal is simple to state: adults with a learning disability get support to lead the lives they want. In practice that can mean building everyday skills, going to health appointments, finding work or a course, and keeping up friendships. The best services put the person's own wishes first and follow the CQC guidance known as "Right support, right care, right culture".
What to ask about learning disability care
- How do you support communication, including Easy Read or Makaton?
- How do you support health appointments and annual health checks?
- How are families and advocates involved in decisions?
- How do you follow "Right support, right care, right culture"?
- How do you support work, education, hobbies and relationships?
Helpline: Mencap Learning Disability Helpline, 0808 808 1111. Learning disability care in Cheshire East as a whole.
Nearby towns: learning disability care
| Town | Miles | Number of agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crewe | – | 25 | 17 |
| Nantwich | 3.6 mi | 19 | 16 |
| Elworth | 4.3 mi | 24 | 15 |
| Sandbach | 4.9 mi | 29 | 17 |
| Alsager | 5.9 mi | 52 | 30 |
| Middlewich | 6.2 mi | 25 | 16 |
| Winsford | 7.2 mi | 12 | 7 |
Help from the council
Cheshire East
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What families want to know about learning disability care in Crewe
How many agencies in Crewe offer learning disability care?
Learning disability care is a registered specialism for 25 of the 45 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Crewe (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include AMG Nursing and Care Services - Crewe, 1st Enable Cheshire East and Crewe - SOS Homecare Ltd.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Crewe?
17 (89%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 19 with a rating, with 1 Outstanding; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 6 here are still unrated.
What does home care cost in Crewe?
Typical 2026 prices across England: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Hourly rates vary between agencies more than between regions; ask each agency for its full price list, including weekend and bank holiday rates. The Homecare Association puts the minimum sustainable price for council-funded home care in England at £34.42 an hour for 2026/27. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. Read the full cost guide.
Does Cheshire East council fund home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: Cheshire East council cannot charge for it and must offer it to every person who seems to need support (Care Act 2014). If your savings and investments come to under £23,250, it may then contribute following a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care in your own home the property is left out. Separately, Attendance Allowance has no means test. Getting in touch with Cheshire East council.
How do I choose between agencies in Crewe?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 1 of 25 was inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 18. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. A checklist to help.
Are there more learning disability care in towns near Crewe?
In Crewe there are 25, 17 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Nantwich (3.6 miles): 19, 16 rated Good or Outstanding; Elworth (4.3 miles): 24, 15 rated Good or Outstanding; Sandbach (4.9 miles): 29, 17 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Learning disability care near Crewe
- Learning disability care in Nantwich 3.6 mi
- Learning disability care in Elworth 4.3 mi
- Learning disability care in Sandbach 4.9 mi
- Learning disability care in Alsager 5.9 mi
- Learning disability care in Middlewich 6.2 mi
- Learning disability care in Winsford 7.2 mi
- Learning disability care in Holmes Chapel 8.0 mi
- Learning disability care in Madeley 8.1 mi
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Source for provider details: CQC, Oct 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). The Care Panel is a comparison site, not a care company.