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Sensory impairment care at home in Hexham
3 out of 6 home care agencies covering Hexham are registered for sensory impairment care. CQC has rated 3 of them, and 100% are Good or Outstanding, next to 89% for sensory impairment care across England. We estimate typical fees here at about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 1 home care agency has a rating more than four years old.
CQC register data as of 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
In short
- Whatever your savings, Northumberland council will assess care needs for free.
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- For dementia support, 3 have it on their CQC registration.
Reference this page as: The Care Panel, "Sensory impairment care at home in Hexham", Oct 2026, based on the CQC register.
- 3agencies on the CQC register
- 100%Good or Outstanding, among those rated
- 3are registered for dementia
- 1with a rating or inspection since October 2024
Who offers sensory impairment care in Hexham
Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers
- All 6
- Elderly care · 5
- Learning disability care · 4
- Physical disability care · 4
- Care for adults under 65 · 4
- Dementia care · 3
- Mental health care · 3
- Sensory impairment care · 3
| # | Home care agency | Overall rating | Last rated | Office | Extra specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unity Health Care Solutions | Feb 2025 | 1.0 miles | 7 | |
| 2 | Helping Hands - West Northumberland | Feb 2023 | under 0.5 miles | 8 | |
| 3 | BelleVie North East Area | Dec 2021 | 3.4 miles | 5 |
This table lists each agency covering Hexham registered for sensory impairment care, highest CQC rating first, then the more recent rating, then distance from Hexham centre.
Sensory impairment care in Hexham by the numbers
Registered for sensory impairment care: 3 out of 6 agencies covering Hexham (50%). 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 Unity Health Care Solutions, Helping Hands - West Northumberland and BelleVie North East Area. The newest rating is from February 2025 and the oldest from December 2021; 1 fall within the last two years. Offices within 2 miles of Hexham centre: 2.
Council-wide, 30 agencies in Northumberland list sensory impairment care, and 96% of those with a rating are Good or Outstanding. Sensory impairment care is on 50% of registrations here and 70% across Northumberland.
Live-in care in the North East 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 sensory impairment care involves
Clear communication comes first in sensory impairment care. Homes and daily routines are organised so people can move about safely, staff help with aids, equipment and technology, and the support covers sight loss, hearing loss and deafblindness.
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?
Free advice: RNIB Helpline, 0303 123 9999. All sensory impairment care in Northumberland.
Sensory impairment care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexham | – | 3 | 3 |
| Corbridge | 3.6 mi | 5 | 5 |
| Prudhoe | 10.2 mi | 11 | 10 |
| Crawcrook | 12.6 mi | 32 | 28 |
| Consett | 13.1 mi | 9 | 7 |
| Ryton | 13.9 mi | 59 | 47 |
| Throckley | 14.0 mi | 55 | 43 |
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What families want to know about sensory impairment care in Hexham
Which home care agencies in Hexham offer sensory impairment care?
3 of the 6 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Hexham list sensory impairment care as a specialism (CQC register, Oct 2026). Top-rated names here include Unity Health Care Solutions, Helping Hands - West Northumberland and BelleVie North East Area.
How are home care agencies in Hexham rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 3. Of those, 3 (100%) are Good or Outstanding.
How much should I expect to pay for home care in Hexham?
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. 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. Our cost guide has more detail.
Can Northumberland council help pay for home care?
Possibly. Under the Care Act 2014, Northumberland 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 Northumberland council.
How can I pick between agencies in Hexham?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 1 of the 3 on this page was inspected or rated in the past two years, while 2 have older reports. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed visits, and what is the full price? Our checklist.
What about sensory impairment care in towns near Hexham?
Hexham has 3, with 3 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Corbridge (3.6 miles): 5, 5 rated Good or Outstanding; Prudhoe (10.2 miles): 11, 10 rated Good or Outstanding; Crawcrook (12.6 miles): 32, 28 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Sensory impairment care in nearby towns
- Sensory impairment care in Corbridge 3.6 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Prudhoe 10.2 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Crawcrook 12.6 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Consett 13.1 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Ryton 13.9 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Throckley 14.0 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Rowlands Gill 14.7 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Ponteland 14.8 mi
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