Home care · Cheshire East
Substance misuse support at home in Holmes Chapel
4 of the 30 home care agencies covering Holmes Chapel offer substance misuse support. Of the 4 CQC has rated, 50% are Good or Outstanding, against 88% for substance misuse support 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. 3 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 1 registered in the last two years.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
The short version
- A care needs assessment from Cheshire East council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- Dementia is a registered specialism for 4.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Cheshire East, updated every day.
- 2 of the 4 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate.
To cite: "Substance misuse support at home in Holmes Chapel", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 4registered agencies
- 50%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 4support people with dementia
- 0rated or inspected within two years
Substance misuse support in Holmes Chapel: providers ranked
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 30
- Elderly care · 28
- Dementia care · 26
- Physical disability care · 25
- Care for adults under 65 · 24
- Mental health care · 24
- Sensory impairment care · 18
- Learning disability care · 15
- Supported living · 11
- Substance misuse support · 4
- Children's care · 3
| Rank | Agency | CQC rating | Date rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evolving Care Limited Congleton | Feb 2023 | 6.6 miles | 8 | |
| 2 | Home Instead East Cheshire | Oct 2019 | 6.0 miles | 5 | |
| 3 | Archangel Home Care | May 2022 | 5.8 miles | 6 | |
| 4 | React Homecare – Staffordshire and Cheshire East | May 2021 | 6.6 miles | 7 |
Every agency covering Holmes Chapel registered with CQC for substance misuse support, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
How substance misuse support in Holmes Chapel compares
13% of Holmes Chapel's agencies (4 of 30) 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 50% (below England, 24 points below the 74% for all agencies in the town).
For substance misuse support, the top rated agencies are Evolving Care Limited Congleton and Home Instead East Cheshire. 0 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from October 2019 and the newest from February 2023. 0 have an office within 2 miles of Holmes Chapel centre.
For comparison, Cheshire East has 16 agencies registered for substance misuse support; of those rated, 73% are Good or Outstanding. Here 13% of agencies list substance misuse support, compared with 17% across Cheshire East.
Visiting home care in the North West typically costs about £33.50 an hour on weekdays (more at evenings and weekends); live-in care is around £1,610 a week. Our cost method.
What to expect from substance misuse support
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 recovery goals and family relationships?
- How do you work with local drug and alcohol treatment services?
- What happens if someone relapses?
- How do you keep people safe at night?
- Who decides when support can be reduced?
Support: FRANK, 0300 123 6600. Getting a care needs assessment from Cheshire East.
Where else nearby offers substance misuse support
| Nearby town | Distance | Total | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmes Chapel | – | 4 | 2 |
| Middlewich | 3.6 mi | 4 | 1 |
| Elworth | 3.8 mi | 4 | 1 |
| Sandbach | 3.9 mi | 6 | 2 |
| Congleton | 6.7 mi | 3 | 2 |
| Knutsford | 7.1 mi | 3 | 2 |
| Alsager | 7.5 mi | 14 | 9 |
Your council
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- 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 substance misuse support in Holmes Chapel
Who offers substance misuse support at home in Holmes Chapel?
Of the 30 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Holmes Chapel, 4 list substance misuse support as a specialism (Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Evolving Care Limited Congleton and Home Instead East Cheshire.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Holmes Chapel?
2 (50%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 4 with a rating, 1 of them Outstanding, and 2 are rated Requires improvement or Inadequate.
What does home care cost in Holmes Chapel?
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. 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. See our full cost guide.
Does Cheshire East council fund 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) Cheshire East 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 Cheshire East council.
How do I choose between agencies in Holmes Chapel?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, none of 4 were inspected or rated within the last two years, and 4 have an older report. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. See the checklist.
Are there more substance misuse support in towns near Holmes Chapel?
In Holmes Chapel there are 4, 2 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Middlewich (3.6 miles): 4, 1 rated Good or Outstanding; Elworth (3.8 miles): 4, 1 rated Good or Outstanding; Sandbach (3.9 miles): 6, 2 rated Good or Outstanding.
Short on time? We'll pass on your request.
One short form is all it takes: featured partners and a maximum of three rated providers in the Holmes Chapel area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Holmes Chapel
- Substance misuse support in Middlewich 3.6 mi
- Substance misuse support in Elworth 3.8 mi
- Substance misuse support in Sandbach 3.9 mi
- Substance misuse support in Congleton 6.7 mi
- Substance misuse support in Knutsford 7.1 mi
- Substance misuse support in Winsford 7.2 mi
- Substance misuse support in Alsager 7.5 mi
- Substance misuse support in Northwich 7.8 mi
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