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Physical disability care at home in Witham
31 of the 39 home care agencies covering Witham offer physical disability care. 86% of the 21 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 88% for physical disability care across England. Expect to pay here about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 10 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 6 registered in the last two years. The most recent rating was St Georges Ltd, rated Good on 7 August 2026.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
Quick summary
- Good or Outstanding: 18 of the 21 rated agencies, and 3 are rated below Good. 10 are not rated yet.
- Latest CQC rating changes in Essex, checked daily.
- You can ask Essex council for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
- 27 list dementia as a specialism.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Physical disability care at home in Witham", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 31agencies registered with CQC
- 86%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 27offer dementia support
- 5inspected or rated since October 2024
Who offers physical disability care in Witham
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 39
- Elderly care · 37
- Care for adults under 65 · 35
- Physical disability care · 31
- Dementia care · 29
- Sensory impairment care · 26
- Learning disability care · 23
- Mental health care · 17
- Supported living · 6
- Children's care · 4
| # | Agency | CQC rating | Last rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Georges Ltd | Aug 2026 | under 0.5 miles | 6 | |
| 2 | JJR Care Ltd | Feb 2026 | 3.0 miles | 6 | |
| 3 | Elsie's Help at Home Limited | Dec 2024 | 5.8 miles | 4 | |
| 4 | A PL+US Caring Service | Nov 2023 | under 0.5 miles | 4 | |
| 5 | Radis Community Care (Helen Court) | Apr 2023 | 0.5 miles | 5 | |
| 6 | Calm Futures | Nov 2022 | 1.1 miles | 3 | |
| 7 | Quinn Domiciliary Agency Limited | Feb 2023 | 4.3 miles | 4 | |
| 8 | Alina Homecare - Maldon & Chelmsford | Apr 2022 | 4.8 miles | 4 | |
| 9 | Good Life Care Limited | Apr 2022 | 5.2 miles | 5 | |
| 10 | Mike Riglin Nursing | Nov 2023 | 5.5 miles | 6 | |
| 11 | Filcare Ltd | Jun 2023 | 6.4 miles | 7 | |
| 12 | Helping Hands Braintree | Apr 2022 | 6.4 miles | 6 | |
| 13 | Glenavon Care Limited | Aug 2024 | 6.5 miles | 5 | |
| 14 | PCM Homecare Limited | Aug 2021 | 3.4 miles | 7 | |
| 15 | Divine Care Provider Ltd | Oct 2020 | 4.5 miles | 6 | |
| 16 | Crossroads Braintree & Chelmsford | Sep 2018 | 5.9 miles | 7 | |
| 17 | Great Bradfords House | Oct 2018 | 6.3 miles | 5 | |
| 18 | Christchurch Cares | Jun 2019 | 6.4 miles | 5 | |
| 19 | Caring Direct Ltd | Mar 2025 | 6.2 miles | 6 | |
| 20 | Essex/London | Mar 2020 | 5.6 miles | 5 | |
| 21 | Bloomcare Ltd | Mar 2020 | 5.8 miles | 3 | |
| 22 | Rose Belle | Not yet rated | – | 0.9 miles | 5 |
| 23 | Darem Healthcare Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 3.2 miles | 3 |
| 24 | Rockview Healthcare Solutions Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 3.4 miles | 6 |
| 25 | Familya Care Services Mid-Essex Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 4.7 miles | 5 |
| 26 | Care Expert Services Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 5.1 miles | 5 |
| 27 | BLOSSOM HOME CARE COLCHESTER | Not yet rated | – | 5.6 miles | 5 |
| 28 | Firmly Care | Not yet rated | – | 6.0 miles | 3 |
| 29 | Aboutme Care Services Limited | Not yet rated | – | 6.1 miles | 4 |
| 30 | Fareni Lifecare Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 6.4 miles | 3 |
| 31 | Atonia Care Limited | Not yet rated | – | 6.5 miles | 7 |
Every agency covering Witham registered with CQC for physical disability care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
How physical disability care in Witham compares
31 of the 39 agencies covering Witham are registered with CQC for physical disability care (79%). 86% of those rated are Good or Outstanding, 3 points below the 89% for all agencies here and below the 88% for agencies registered for physical disability care across England.
Leading on CQC ratings for physical disability care: St Georges Ltd, JJR Care Ltd and Elsie's Help at Home Limited. 5 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from September 2018 and the newest from August 2026. Offices within 2 miles of Witham centre: 5. 10 have no rating yet; new registrations usually wait for a first inspection.
Essex as a whole has 393 agencies registered for physical disability care; 90% of the rated ones are Good or Outstanding. Here 79% of agencies list physical disability care, compared with 83% across Essex.
Live-in care in the East of England 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 physical disability care involves
If a condition limits someone's strength or mobility (arthritis, a spinal injury, MS, Parkinson's or the effects of a stroke, for example), this is the kind of care to look for. Carers help with personal care, move people safely using hoists and similar equipment, and encourage them to keep active and do as much for themselves as they can.
Questions to ask agencies about physical disability care
- How do you work with physiotherapists and occupational therapists?
- Can support fit around the person's own routine?
- Who reviews the care plan when needs change?
- How do you support independence rather than doing everything for the person?
- Will two carers be available when two are needed?
Helpline: Scope helpline, 0808 800 3333. All physical disability care in Essex.
Physical disability care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witham | – | 31 | 18 |
| Hatfield Peverel | 2.5 mi | 68 | 41 |
| Maldon | 5.4 mi | 21 | 16 |
| Coggeshall | 5.5 mi | 35 | 25 |
| Danbury | 6.2 mi | 66 | 41 |
| Braintree | 6.4 mi | 30 | 19 |
| Chelmsford | 7.8 mi | 58 | 38 |
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Questions families ask about physical disability care in Witham
How many agencies in Witham offer physical disability care?
Physical disability care is a registered specialism for 31 of the 39 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Witham (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include St Georges Ltd, JJR Care Ltd and Elsie's Help at Home Limited.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Witham?
18 (86%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 21 with a rating; 3 are Requires improvement or Inadequate. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 10 here are still unrated.
What does home care cost in Witham?
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 Essex council fund home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: Essex 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 Essex council.
How do I choose between agencies in Witham?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 5 of 31 were inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 16. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. A checklist to help.
Are there more physical disability care in towns near Witham?
In Witham there are 31, 18 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Hatfield Peverel (2.5 miles): 68, 41 rated Good or Outstanding; Maldon (5.4 miles): 21, 16 rated Good or Outstanding; Coggeshall (5.5 miles): 35, 25 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Physical disability care near Witham
- Physical disability care in Hatfield Peverel 2.5 mi
- Physical disability care in Maldon 5.4 mi
- Physical disability care in Coggeshall 5.5 mi
- Physical disability care in Danbury 6.2 mi
- Physical disability care in Braintree 6.4 mi
- Physical disability care in Chelmsford 7.8 mi
- Physical disability care in Halstead 9.7 mi
- Physical disability care in South Woodham Ferrers 10.9 mi
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