Home care · Medway
Physical disability care at home in Rainham, Kent
15 of the 23 home care agencies covering Rainham, Kent offer physical disability care. 83% of the 6 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 88% for physical disability care across England. Expect to pay here about £32 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 4 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 3 registered in the last two years. The most recent rating was Galilee Care, rated Good on 20 March 2026.
CQC register data as of 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
The short version
- You can ask Medway council for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
- Dementia is a registered specialism for 13.
- 5 of the 6 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding, and 1 is rated below Good. 9 are not rated yet.
- Latest CQC rating changes in Medway, checked daily.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Physical disability care at home in Rainham, Kent", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 15CQC-registered agencies
- 83%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 13are registered for dementia
- 2inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Providers offering physical disability care
Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers
- All 23
- Elderly care · 21
- Care for adults under 65 · 20
- Dementia care · 16
- Mental health care · 15
- Physical disability care · 15
- Learning disability care · 12
- Sensory impairment care · 10
- Supported living · 8
- Children's care · 5
| # | Agency | Rating | Rated | Office | More specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Galilee Care | Mar 2026 | 2.7 miles | 4 | |
| 2 | Bluebird Care (Swale) | Mar 2022 | under 0.5 miles | 9 | |
| 3 | Home Instead Medway | Apr 2023 | under 0.5 miles | 6 | |
| 4 | Right at Home Medway | Nov 2019 | 2.3 miles | 4 | |
| 5 | Agincare UK Medway | Jul 2021 | 2.7 miles | 6 | |
| 6 | Community Careline | Jul 2021 | under 0.5 miles | 6 | |
| 7 | Rapid Care | Not yet rated | – | under 0.5 miles | 5 |
| 8 | Advanced Flourish Care Limited | Not yet rated | – | 1.0 miles | 6 |
| 9 | Anderson M Care Services Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 1.1 miles | 2 |
| 10 | MCH House | Not yet rated | – | 1.6 miles | 6 |
| 11 | Rehoboth Haven Limited | Not yet rated | – | 1.9 miles | 2 |
| 12 | Regalia Homecare Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 2.0 miles | 4 |
| 13 | The Shrubbery | Not yet rated | – | 2.5 miles | 6 |
| 14 | Platinum Quality Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 2.7 miles | 4 |
| 15 | Assured Healthcare Limited | Not yet rated | – | 2.7 miles | 5 |
All agencies covering Rainham, Kent with a CQC registration for physical disability care. Order: rating, then how recent it is, with distance from the centre used last.
How physical disability care in Rainham, Kent compares
15 of the 23 agencies covering Rainham, Kent are registered with CQC for physical disability care (65%). England-wide, 88% of agencies registered for physical disability care are Good or Outstanding and here it is 83% (below England, in line with the 82% for all agencies in the town).
For physical disability care, the top rated agencies are Galilee Care, Bluebird Care (Swale) and Home Instead Medway. Ratings run from November 2019 to March 2026, and 2 are from the last two years. Within 2 miles of Rainham, Kent centre: 9 offices. 9 of them are not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Across Medway, 86 agencies are registered for physical disability care, and 65% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Across Medway, 80% of agencies are registered for physical disability care, against 65% here.
In the South East, 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.
Physical disability care: what it means
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.
What to ask about physical disability care
- Will two carers be available when two are needed?
- How do you prevent pressure sores and falls?
- What equipment do you provide, and what must we arrange?
- Are staff trained in moving and handling, including hoists and slings?
- How do you work with physiotherapists and occupational therapists?
Where to get support: Scope helpline, 0808 800 3333. Physical disability care in Medway as a whole.
Nearby towns: physical disability care
| Town | Miles | Number of agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainham, Kent | – | 15 | 5 |
| Gillingham | 1.6 mi | 112 | 35 |
| Chatham | 3.4 mi | 133 | 45 |
| Rochester | 5.2 mi | 120 | 40 |
| Sittingbourne | 5.5 mi | 29 | 11 |
| Maidstone | 7.5 mi | 72 | 31 |
| Snodland | 7.7 mi | 131 | 46 |
Help from the council
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Free care cost report for Rainham, Kent
- 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 physical disability care in Rainham, Kent
How many agencies in Rainham, Kent offer physical disability care?
Physical disability care is a registered specialism for 15 of the 23 agencies that have an office within 3 miles of Rainham, Kent (CQC register, Oct 2026). Top-rated names here include Galilee Care, Bluebird Care (Swale) and Home Instead Medway.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Rainham, Kent?
5 (83%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 6 with a rating; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 9 here are still unrated.
What does home care cost in Rainham, Kent?
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. For 2026/27, the Homecare Association says council-funded home care in England is only sustainable at £34.42 an hour or more. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. Read the full cost guide.
Does Medway council fund home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: Medway 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 Medway council.
How do I choose between agencies in Rainham, Kent?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 2 of 15 were inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 4. 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 Rainham, Kent?
In Rainham, Kent there are 15, 5 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Gillingham (1.6 miles): 112, 35 rated Good or Outstanding; Chatham (3.4 miles): 133, 45 rated Good or Outstanding; Rochester (5.2 miles): 120, 40 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Physical disability care in nearby towns
- Physical disability care in Gillingham 1.6 mi
- Physical disability care in Chatham 3.4 mi
- Physical disability care in Rochester 5.2 mi
- Physical disability care in Sittingbourne 5.5 mi
- Physical disability care in Maidstone 7.5 mi
- Physical disability care in Snodland 7.7 mi
- Physical disability care in Sheerness 8.4 mi
- Physical disability care in Minster 9.2 mi
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