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Sensory impairment care at home in Catterall
8 of the 15 home care agencies covering Catterall offer sensory impairment care. Among the 7 with a CQC rating, 100% are Good or Outstanding, against 89% for sensory impairment care across England. 1 is Outstanding. Typical fees here come to about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 6 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago. The most recent rating was Caredo Ltd, rated Good on 19 May 2026.
Source: CQC register · Updated 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
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- CQC rates 7 of the 7 agencies with a rating as Good or Outstanding and 1 is not yet rated.
Citation: "Sensory impairment care at home in Catterall", The Care Panel analysis of CQC register data, Oct 2026.
- 8agencies on the CQC register
- 100%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 6list dementia as a specialism
- 1with a rating or inspection since November 2024
Providers offering sensory impairment care
Sorted on CQC rating and its date, with distance used last. How we rank
- All 15
- Elderly care · 14
- Care for adults under 65 · 13
- Dementia care · 11
- Physical disability care · 10
- Sensory impairment care · 8
- Mental health care · 7
- Learning disability care · 5
- Substance misuse support · 3
| # | Home care agency | Overall rating | Last rated | Office | Extra specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caredo Ltd | May 2026 | 6.4 miles | 5 | |
| 2 | AAA Healthcare – Preston | Jun 2022 | 6.4 miles | 6 | |
| 3 | Guardian Homecare (The Courtyards) | Nov 2021 | 6.7 miles | 6 | |
| 4 | Bowland Care Services | Jun 2019 | 1.6 miles | 8 | |
| 5 | MasterStaff Healthcare (Preston) | Feb 2020 | 1.7 miles | 9 | |
| 6 | Northwest Community Services | Jan 2019 | 5.9 miles | 3 | |
| 7 | Home's Best | May 2021 | 6.4 miles | 4 | |
| 8 | Caremax 24/7 | Not yet rated | – | 6.4 miles | 3 |
Every agency covering Catterall registered with CQC for sensory impairment care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
How sensory impairment care in Catterall compares
CQC lists sensory impairment care for 8 of the 15 agencies covering Catterall, or 53%. England-wide, 89% of agencies registered for sensory impairment care are Good or Outstanding and here it is 100% (above England, in line with the 100% for all agencies in the town).
For sensory impairment care, the top rated agencies are Caredo Ltd, AAA Healthcare – Preston and Guardian Homecare (The Courtyards). 1 was rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from January 2019 and the newest from May 2026. Within 2 miles of Catterall centre: 2 offices. Not yet rated: 1. That is usual for services registered recently.
Council-wide, 173 agencies in Lancashire list sensory impairment care, and 99% of those with a rating are Good or Outstanding. Here 53% of agencies list sensory impairment care, compared with 60% across Lancashire.
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.
Sensory impairment care: what it means
Deafblindness, hearing loss and sight loss are the three needs sensory impairment care covers. Expect staff skilled in communication, a layout and routine that let people find their way without risk, and support with equipment and technology.
Questions to ask agencies about sensory impairment care
- How do you introduce new staff to the person?
- How do you adapt the home or routine for someone with sight loss?
- How do you support hearing aids and other equipment?
- How do you link with local sensory support services?
- How are written information and menus made accessible?
Free advice: RNIB Helpline, 0303 123 9999. Sensory impairment care in Lancashire as a whole.
Nearby towns: sensory impairment care
| Town | Miles | Number of agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catterall | – | 8 | 7 |
| Fulwood | 6.7 mi | 49 | 33 |
| Longridge | 7.4 mi | 33 | 21 |
| Kirkham | 8.1 mi | 45 | 31 |
| Preston | 8.2 mi | 52 | 35 |
| Freckleton | 9.6 mi | 47 | 32 |
| Penwortham | 9.6 mi | 54 | 37 |
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What families want to know about sensory impairment care in Catterall
Which agencies in Catterall provide sensory impairment care?
The CQC register for Oct 2026 shows that 8 of the 15 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Catterall list sensory impairment care as a specialism. Highly rated options include Caredo Ltd, AAA Healthcare – Preston and Guardian Homecare (The Courtyards).
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Catterall?
7 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 7 with a rating (1 Outstanding). Not yet rated: 1. That is common for services registered recently.
What does home care cost in Catterall?
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. According to the Homecare Association, councils across England should pay no less than £34.42 an hour for home care in 2026/27 if it is to be sustainable. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. More in our cost guide.
Does Lancashire council fund home care?
It may. Lancashire 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 Lancashire council.
How do I choose between agencies in Catterall?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 1 of 8 was inspected or rated within the last two years; 6 have older reports. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. Use our checklist.
Are there more sensory impairment care in towns near Catterall?
In Catterall there are 8, 7 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Garstang (1.9 miles): 2, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Fulwood (6.7 miles): 49, 33 rated Good or Outstanding; Longridge (7.4 miles): 33, 21 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Nearby: sensory impairment care around Catterall
- Sensory impairment care in Garstang 1.9 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Fulwood 6.7 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Longridge 7.4 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Kirkham 8.1 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Preston 8.2 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Freckleton 9.6 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Penwortham 9.6 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Thornton 9.9 mi
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Data: CQC register, Oct 2026, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. We are an independent directory and do not provide care.