Physical disability care at home in Wollaton

How physical disability care in Wollaton compares

Registered for physical disability care: 20 out of 25 agencies covering Wollaton (80%). Of those rated, 83% are Good or Outstanding: 3 points below the 86% for every agency here, and below the England figure of 88% for physical disability care.

Care Never Sleeps Ltd, Kind Healthcare Ltd and Meridian Health and Social Care - Nottingham lead the list for physical disability care. 3 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from May 2018 and the newest from February 2026. Within 2 miles of Wollaton centre: 20 offices. 14 have no rating yet; new registrations usually wait for a first inspection.

Nottingham as a whole has 124 agencies registered for physical disability care; 84% of the rated ones are Good or Outstanding. Here 80% of agencies list physical disability care, compared with 86% across Nottingham.

In the East Midlands, 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

Think of stroke, Parkinson's, arthritis, MS or a spinal injury: each can reduce movement or strength, and physical disability care is designed around needs like these. Safe moving and handling, often with a hoist, sits alongside personal care and help to remain independent and active.

Questions to ask agencies about physical disability care

1. How do you prevent pressure sores and falls?
2. Will two carers be available when two are needed?
3. Are staff trained in moving and handling, including hoists and slings?
4. What equipment do you provide, and what must we arrange?
5. Can support fit around the person's own routine?

Helpline: Scope helpline, 0808 800 3333. Physical disability care in Nottingham as a whole.

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