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Substance misuse support at home in Maryport
4 of the 13 home care agencies covering Maryport offer substance misuse support. Of the 3 CQC has rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding, against 88% for substance misuse support 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. 2 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 1 registered in the last two years. The most recent rating was Cera - Cumbria, rated Good on 7 September 2026.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
In short
- Whatever your savings, Cumberland council will assess care needs for free.
- For dementia support, 4 have it on their CQC registration.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Cumberland, updated every day.
- 3 of the 3 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding; 1 is still waiting for a first rating.
Citation: "Substance misuse support at home in Maryport", The Care Panel analysis of CQC register data, Oct 2026.
- 4registered agencies
- 100%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 4offer dementia support
- 1rated or inspected within two years
Who offers substance misuse support in Maryport
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 13
- Elderly care · 12
- Physical disability care · 12
- Care for adults under 65 · 11
- Dementia care · 10
- Learning disability care · 10
- Mental health care · 8
- Sensory impairment care · 7
- Substance misuse support · 4
- Supported living · 3
| Rank | Agency | CQC rating | Date rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cera - Cumbria | Sep 2026 | 6.2 miles | 7 | |
| 2 | Bellcare Domiciliary Care Services Ltd | Jun 2022 | 5.9 miles | 6 | |
| 3 | G Care | Jul 2021 | under 0.5 miles | 7 | |
| 4 | Alcedo Care West Cumbria | Not yet rated | – | 5.2 miles | 9 |
Every agency covering Maryport registered with CQC for substance misuse support, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
How substance misuse support in Maryport compares
CQC lists substance misuse support for 4 of the 13 agencies covering Maryport, or 31%. Of those rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding: 12 points above the 88% for every agency here, and above the England figure of 88% for substance misuse support.
Cera - Cumbria, Bellcare Domiciliary Care Services Ltd and G Care lead the list for substance misuse support. 1 was rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from July 2021 and the newest from September 2026. Offices within 2 miles of Maryport centre: 1. 1 still awaits a first CQC rating.
For comparison, Cumberland has 5 agencies registered for substance misuse support; of those rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding. Here 31% of agencies list substance misuse support, compared with 8% across Cumberland.
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 substance misuse support involves
Safety, health and recovery are the aims of substance misuse support, for anyone affected by alcohol or drugs. It runs alongside specialist treatment services rather than replacing them.
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. Cumberland: care needs assessment.
Substance misuse support in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryport | – | 4 | 3 |
| Workington | 5.7 mi | 3 | 2 |
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Common questions about substance misuse support in Maryport
Which agencies in Maryport provide substance misuse support?
The CQC register for Oct 2026 shows that 4 of the 13 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Maryport list substance misuse support as a specialism. Well-rated choices include Cera - Cumbria, Bellcare Domiciliary Care Services Ltd and G Care.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Maryport?
3 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 3 with a rating. Not yet rated: 1. That is common for services registered recently.
What does home care cost in Maryport?
Usual 2026 prices across England: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Ask every agency for a full list of charges, with weekend and bank holiday rates: hourly rates vary more between agencies than between regions. 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. More in our cost guide.
Does Cumberland council fund home care?
It may. Cumberland council must offer a free care needs assessment to anyone who appears to need support (Care Act 2014). If savings and investments are below £23,250, the council may contribute after a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care at home the value of the home is not counted. Attendance Allowance is not means-tested. How to contact Cumberland council.
How do I choose between agencies in Maryport?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 1 of 4 was inspected or rated within the last two years; 2 have older reports. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. Use our checklist.
Are there more substance misuse support in towns near Maryport?
In Maryport there are 4, 3 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Workington (5.7 miles): 3, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Whitehaven (12.3 miles): 1, 1 rated Good or Outstanding; Carlisle (25.4 miles): 1, 0 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Register information from CQC as at Oct 2026; Open Government Licence v3.0 applies. We do not deliver care ourselves.