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Sensory impairment care at home in Hammersmith and Fulham
Sensory impairment care is offered by 28 of the 39 home care agencies covering Hammersmith and Fulham, operated by 27 separate providers. London Care Limited runs the most, with 2. CQC has rated 21 of them, and 100% are Good or Outstanding (versus 89% for sensory impairment care across England). 1 holds an Outstanding rating. We estimate typical fees here at about £37.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,800 a week for live-in careestimated. 9 home care agencies were last rated more than four years ago and 3 registered since October 2024. Most recently, Aland Healthcare Agency was rated Good on 16 October 2026.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
Quick summary
- The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham offers a free care needs assessment, whatever your savings.
- CQC rates 21 of the 21 agencies with a rating as Good or Outstanding and 7 are not yet rated.
- 28 list dementia as a specialism.
- Rating changes in London are checked each day. See what changed recently.
To cite: "Sensory impairment care at home in Hammersmith and Fulham", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 28CQC-registered agencies
- 100%Good or Outstanding, among those rated
- 28offer dementia support
- 9inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Who offers sensory impairment care in Hammersmith and Fulham
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 39
- Dementia care · 36
- Elderly care · 36
- Physical disability care · 36
- Care for adults under 65 · 35
- Sensory impairment care · 28
- Mental health care · 23
- Learning disability care · 16
- Children's care · 11
- Substance misuse support · 9
- Eating disorder support · 7
This table lists each agency covering Hammersmith and Fulham registered for sensory impairment care, highest CQC rating first, then the more recent rating, then distance from Hammersmith and Fulham centre.
Sensory impairment care in Hammersmith and Fulham: what the data shows
72% of Hammersmith and Fulham's agencies (28 of 39) hold a CQC registration for sensory impairment care. Of those rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding: in line with the 100% for every agency here, and above the England figure of 89% for sensory impairment care.
Walfinch Chiswick, Hammersmith & Kensington, Bravo Care Branch and Care U Care Ltd lead the list for sensory impairment care. The newest rating is from October 2026 and the oldest from March 2019; 9 fall within the last two years. Offices within 2 miles of Hammersmith and Fulham centre: 17. 7 of them are not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Live-in care in London runs at around £1,800 a week; visiting care is about £37.50 an hour on weekdays, more in the evening and at weekends. How these costs are worked out.
What sensory impairment care involves
Sensory impairment care supports people with sight loss, hearing loss or both (deafblindness). It means staff who know how to communicate well, homes and routines arranged so people can find their way safely, and help using equipment and technology.
Before you choose: questions on sensory impairment care
- How are written information and menus made accessible?
- Can staff use British Sign Language or tactile signing if needed?
- Do staff have sight loss or deaf awareness training?
- How do you keep people connected with family and activities?
- How do you introduce new staff to the person?
Where to get support: RNIB Helpline, 0303 123 9999. All sensory impairment care in Hammersmith and Fulham.
Sensory impairment care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammersmith and Fulham | – | 28 | 21 |
| Kensington and Chelsea | 1.6 mi | 6 | 4 |
| Chelsea | 2.3 mi | 20 | 15 |
| Wandsworth | 3.4 mi | 29 | 23 |
| St John's Wood | 3.5 mi | 37 | 26 |
| Westminster | 3.6 mi | 10 | 7 |
| Ealing | 4.3 mi | 76 | 50 |
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Hammersmith and Fulham
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Common questions about sensory impairment care in Hammersmith and Fulham
Who offers sensory impairment care at home in Hammersmith and Fulham?
Of the 39 CQC-registered agencies that are based in the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, 28 list sensory impairment care as a specialism (Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include Walfinch Chiswick, Hammersmith & Kensington, Bravo Care Branch and Care U Care Ltd.
What CQC ratings do home care agencies in Hammersmith and Fulham have?
Of the 21 that have been rated, 21 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding, 1 of them Outstanding. 7 have not been rated yet, which is common for newly registered services.
What are typical home care prices in Hammersmith and Fulham?
Typical prices in London in 2026: visiting care £30–£40 an hour; sleeping night £190–£230; waking night £240–£320; live-in care £1,300–£1,800 a week. The Homecare Association puts the minimum sustainable price for council-funded home care in England at £34.42 an hour for 2026/27. See our full cost guide.
Will the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham pay for 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) the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham 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 the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.
What should I look for when choosing agencies in Hammersmith and Fulham?
Three questions matter most once you have read the latest CQC report: will the staff be consistent, what is the plan for missed visits, and what is the total cost before signing? On dates, 9 of the 28 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years, and 12 have an older report. See the checklist.
How does Hammersmith and Fulham compare with nearby towns for sensory impairment care?
Nearest towns we cover: Kensington and Chelsea (1.6 miles): 6, 4 rated Good or Outstanding; Chelsea (2.3 miles): 20, 15 rated Good or Outstanding; Wandsworth (3.4 miles): 29, 23 rated Good or Outstanding. Hammersmith and Fulham itself has 28, 21 of them Good or Outstanding.
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Sensory impairment care near Hammersmith and Fulham
- Sensory impairment care in Kensington and Chelsea 1.6 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Chelsea 2.3 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Wandsworth 3.4 mi
- Sensory impairment care in St John's Wood 3.5 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Westminster 3.6 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Ealing 4.3 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Camden 4.6 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Brent 4.8 mi
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Source for provider details: CQC, Oct 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). The Care Panel is a comparison site, not a care company.