Home care · Cheshire West and Chester
Learning disability care at home in Ellesmere Port
Of the 71 home care agencies covering Ellesmere Port, 43 offer learning disability care. 89% of the 36 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, compared with 89% for learning disability care across England. Outstanding: 2. Expect to pay here about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 21 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 The Halewood Centre: Good, on 12 May 2026.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
In short
- Among the 36 rated agencies, 32 hold a Good or Outstanding rating; 4 are Requires improvement or Inadequate. 7 are not rated yet.
- For dementia support, 33 have it on their CQC registration.
- We check for new CQC ratings in Cheshire West and Chester daily: see the latest changes.
- You can ask Cheshire West and Chester council for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Learning disability care at home in Ellesmere Port", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 43CQC-registered agencies
- 89%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 33offer dementia support
- 8inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Ranked providers of learning disability care
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 71
- Elderly care · 63
- Physical disability care · 58
- Dementia care · 57
- Care for adults under 65 · 56
- Sensory impairment care · 50
- Mental health care · 44
- Learning disability care · 43
- Supported living · 17
- Children's care · 17
- Eating disorder support · 4
- Substance misuse support · 4
All agencies covering Ellesmere Port with a CQC registration for learning disability care. Order: rating, then how recent it is, with distance from the centre used last.
Learning disability care in Ellesmere Port: ratings, size and cost
43 of the 71 agencies covering Ellesmere Port are registered with CQC for learning disability care (61%). 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 89% for all agencies in the town).
For learning disability care, the top rated agencies are The Technology Centre, Adada Care Services(Cheshire) and Pinnacle Caring Services Limited. Ratings run from October 2018 to May 2026, and 8 are from the last two years. 10 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Ellesmere Port. 7 of them are not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Across Cheshire West and Chester, 45% of agencies are registered for learning disability care, against 61% here.
Typical prices in the North West: about £33.50 an hour for weekday visits (evenings and weekends cost more) and around £1,610 a week for live-in care. How we estimate costs.
About learning disability care
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 choose staff who match the person?
- How do you support work, education, hobbies and relationships?
- How do you reduce restrictive practices?
- What happens if the person wants to change their support?
- How do you support health appointments and annual health checks?
Where to get support: Mencap Learning Disability Helpline, 0808 808 1111. Cheshire West and Chester: learning disability care.
Learning disability care around Ellesmere Port
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Port | – | 43 | 32 |
| Bebington | 5.6 mi | 85 | 59 |
| Chester | 5.7 mi | 22 | 19 |
| Neston | 6.0 mi | 15 | 10 |
| Helsby | 6.1 mi | 27 | 20 |
| Heswall | 8.5 mi | 36 | 25 |
| Liverpool | 9.1 mi | 110 | 79 |
Your council
Cheshire West and Chester
A care needs assessment from Cheshire West and Chester council is free whatever your savings. With savings below £23,250, the council may help pay.
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Free care cost report for Ellesmere Port
- 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 learning disability care in Ellesmere Port
How many agencies in Ellesmere Port offer learning disability care?
Learning disability care is a registered specialism for 43 of the 71 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Ellesmere Port (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include The Technology Centre, Adada Care Services(Cheshire) and Pinnacle Caring Services Limited.
Are home care agencies in Ellesmere Port well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 32 (89%) of the 36 rated, with 2 Outstanding; 4 are Requires improvement or Inadequate. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 7 here are still unrated.
How much does home care cost in Ellesmere Port?
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.
Will I get help from Cheshire West and Chester council with the cost of home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: Cheshire West and Chester 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 West and Chester council.
How should I compare agencies in Ellesmere Port?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: 8 of the 43 listed here were inspected or rated in the last two years. Older reports: 28. Then ask about continuity of staff, how they handle missed visits, and the full price before you sign. A checklist to help.
How do nearby towns compare with Ellesmere Port for learning disability care?
Counting learning disability care: Ellesmere Port 43 (32 Good or Outstanding); Bebington (5.6 miles): 85, 59 rated Good or Outstanding; Chester (5.7 miles): 22, 19 rated Good or Outstanding; Neston (6.0 miles): 15, 10 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Learning disability care near Ellesmere Port
- Learning disability care in Bebington 5.6 mi
- Learning disability care in Chester 5.7 mi
- Learning disability care in Neston 6.0 mi
- Learning disability care in Helsby 6.1 mi
- Learning disability care in Heswall 8.5 mi
- Learning disability care in Liverpool 9.1 mi
- Learning disability care in Birkenhead 9.1 mi
- Learning disability care in Runcorn 9.8 mi
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