Home care · North Somerset
Substance misuse support at home in Backwell
Substance misuse support is offered by 6 of the 34 home care agencies covering Backwell. Of the 4 CQC has rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding (versus 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 more than four years ago and 1 registered since October 2024. Most recently, B & S Healthcare Limited was rated Good on 23 April 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Key points
- North Somerset council offers a free care needs assessment, whatever your savings.
- 6 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia.
- 4 of the 4 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding and 2 are not yet rated.
- We check for new CQC ratings in North Somerset daily: see the latest changes.
Reference this page as: The Care Panel, "Substance misuse support at home in Backwell", Oct 2026, based on the CQC register.
- 6agencies registered with CQC
- 100%Good or Outstanding, among those rated
- 6support people with dementia
- 1inspected or rated since October 2024
Providers offering substance misuse support
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 34
- Elderly care · 32
- Care for adults under 65 · 30
- Physical disability care · 30
- Dementia care · 29
- Sensory impairment care · 25
- Mental health care · 20
- Learning disability care · 19
- Children's care · 10
- Eating disorder support · 8
- Supported living · 7
- Substance misuse support · 6
| # | Agency | CQC rating | Last rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B & S Healthcare Limited | Apr 2026 | 5.9 miles | 9 | |
| 2 | GA24Care | Mar 2023 | 6.1 miles | 7 | |
| 3 | ARCH Care Services Ltd | May 2021 | 5.4 miles | 8 | |
| 4 | Caremark (Bristol) | May 2020 | 6.9 miles | 8 | |
| 5 | BSI Healthcare Limited-Bristol | Not yet rated | – | 5.3 miles | 8 |
| 6 | Anchor Community Support Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 6.6 miles | 8 |
This table lists each agency covering Backwell registered for substance misuse support, highest CQC rating first, then the more recent rating, then distance from Backwell centre.
Substance misuse support in Backwell: what the data shows
Registered for substance misuse support: 6 out of 34 agencies covering Backwell (18%). Their Good or Outstanding share is 100%, in line with the town-wide 100% and above the 88% for substance misuse support across England.
The highest rated agencies for substance misuse support are B & S Healthcare Limited, GA24Care and ARCH Care Services Ltd. The newest rating is from April 2026 and the oldest from May 2020; 1 fall within the last two years. Within 2 miles of Backwell centre: 0 offices. 2 have no rating yet; new registrations usually wait for a first inspection.
Substance misuse support is on 18% of registrations here and 12% across North Somerset.
In the South 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.
Substance misuse support: what it means
For people affected by drug or alcohol use, substance misuse support focuses on safety, health and recovery, and works alongside specialist treatment services.
Before you choose: questions on substance misuse support
- How do you work with local drug and alcohol treatment services?
- How do you support recovery goals and family relationships?
- How do you keep people safe at night?
- What happens if someone relapses?
- What training do staff have in substance misuse?
Helpline: FRANK, 0300 123 6600. North Somerset: care needs assessment.
Nearby towns: substance misuse support
| Town | Miles | Number of agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backwell | – | 6 | 4 |
| Nailsea | 1.4 mi | 5 | 3 |
| Long Ashton | 3.7 mi | 19 | 14 |
| Yatton | 3.9 mi | 4 | 3 |
| Portishead | 4.9 mi | 5 | 4 |
| Clevedon | 4.9 mi | 3 | 2 |
| Pill | 5.2 mi | 22 | 17 |
Help from the council
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Savings under £23,250? North Somerset council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
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Substance misuse support in Backwell: your questions answered
Which home care agencies in Backwell offer substance misuse support?
6 of the 34 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Backwell list substance misuse support as a specialism (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are B & S Healthcare Limited, GA24Care and ARCH Care Services Ltd.
What CQC ratings do home care agencies in Backwell have?
Of the 4 that have been rated, 4 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding. 2 are awaiting a first rating, as is usual for new registrations.
What are typical home care prices in Backwell?
Prices typically seen across England in 2026: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. The gap between agencies is bigger than the gap between regions. Ask for prices in writing, and check what weekends and bank holidays cost. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. Our cost guide has more detail.
Will North Somerset council pay for home care?
Possibly. Under the Care Act 2014, North Somerset council has a duty to assess, free of charge, anyone who seems to need care and support. After a means test, the council may pay towards care when savings and investments total less than £23,250, depending on income; your home's value is ignored for care at home. Attendance Allowance does not depend on savings or income. Contacting North Somerset council.
What should I look for when choosing agencies in Backwell?
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, 1 of the 6 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years, while 3 have older reports. Our checklist.
How does Backwell compare with nearby towns for substance misuse support?
Nearest towns we cover: Nailsea (1.4 miles): 5, 3 rated Good or Outstanding; Long Ashton (3.7 miles): 19, 14 rated Good or Outstanding; Yatton (3.9 miles): 4, 3 rated Good or Outstanding. Backwell itself has 6, 4 of them Good or Outstanding.
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One short form is all it takes: a maximum of three providers in the Backwell area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Backwell
- Substance misuse support in Nailsea 1.4 mi
- Substance misuse support in Long Ashton 3.7 mi
- Substance misuse support in Yatton 3.9 mi
- Substance misuse support in Portishead 4.9 mi
- Substance misuse support in Clevedon 4.9 mi
- Substance misuse support in Pill 5.2 mi
- Substance misuse support in Bristol 7.2 mi
- Substance misuse support in Weston-super-Mare 9.7 mi
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Provider details from the Care Quality Commission register, updated Oct 2026. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. The Care Panel is not a care provider.