Home care · Rotherham
Physical disability care at home in Swallownest
45 of the 57 home care agencies covering Swallownest offer physical disability care, from 44 providers. Midshires Care Limited has the most, at 2. CQC has rated 33 of them, and 97% are Good or Outstanding, against 88% for physical disability care across England. 3 are Outstanding. We estimate typical fees here at about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 12 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 5 registered in the last two years. The most recent rating was Seven Steps Support Limited, rated Outstanding on 22 October 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Quick summary
- Whatever your savings, Rotherham council will assess care needs for free.
- Among the 33 rated agencies, 32 hold a Good or Outstanding rating, while 1 is rated Inadequate or Requires improvement; 12 are still waiting for a first rating.
- 39 list dementia as a specialism.
- Rating changes in Rotherham are checked each day. See what changed recently.
Reference this page as: The Care Panel, "Physical disability care at home in Swallownest", Oct 2026, based on the CQC register.
- 45CQC-registered agencies
- 97%of rated services are Good or Outstanding
- 39support people with dementia
- 16inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Physical disability care in Swallownest: providers ranked
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 57
- Care for adults under 65 · 53
- Elderly care · 52
- Physical disability care · 45
- Dementia care · 41
- Sensory impairment care · 36
- Learning disability care · 31
- Mental health care · 31
- Supported living · 15
- Children's care · 9
- Substance misuse support · 4
The full list for physical disability care covering Swallownest: sorted by CQC rating and rating date, then distance from the town centre.
How physical disability care in Swallownest compares
Registered for physical disability care: 45 out of 57 agencies covering Swallownest (79%). Of those rated, 97% are Good or Outstanding: 2 points above the 95% for every agency here, and above the England figure of 88% for physical disability care.
Seven Steps Support Limited, Rotherham Regional Office and Blue Coral Healthcare Ltd lead the list for physical disability care. 16 have a rating from the past two years. Oldest: June 2018. Newest: October 2026. 1 has an office within 2 miles of Swallownest centre. 12 of them are not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Across Rotherham, 46 agencies are registered for physical disability care, and 89% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Share registered for physical disability care: 79% here, 84% across Rotherham.
Visiting home care in the Yorkshire and the Humber typically costs about £33.50 an hour on weekdays (more at evenings and weekends); live-in care is around £1,610 a week. Our cost method.
What to expect from physical disability care
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 worth asking about physical disability care
- What equipment do you provide, and what must we arrange?
- Are staff trained in moving and handling, including hoists and slings?
- Will two carers be available when two are needed?
- How do you prevent pressure sores and falls?
- Who reviews the care plan when needs change?
Where to get support: Scope helpline, 0808 800 3333. Physical disability care across Rotherham.
Where else nearby offers physical disability care
| Nearby town | Distance | Total | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swallownest | – | 45 | 32 |
| Aston | 0.6 mi | 37 | 25 |
| Waverley | 2.4 mi | 110 | 75 |
| Killamarsh | 2.9 mi | 70 | 54 |
| Thurcroft | 3.4 mi | 22 | 13 |
| Wickersley | 4.3 mi | 41 | 27 |
| Eckington | 4.4 mi | 108 | 80 |
Council help
Rotherham
Savings under £23,250? Rotherham council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
How to ask for an assessment, paying for care and direct payments in Rotherham
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Free care cost report for Swallownest
- 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
Common questions about physical disability care in Swallownest
Which home care agencies in Swallownest offer physical disability care?
45 of the 57 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Swallownest list physical disability care as a specialism (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Seven Steps Support Limited, Rotherham Regional Office and Blue Coral Healthcare Ltd.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Swallownest?
32 (97%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 33 with a rating, including 3 Outstanding, while 1 is rated below Good. 12 are awaiting a first rating, as is usual for new registrations.
What does home care cost in Swallownest?
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.
Does Rotherham council fund home care?
Possibly. Under the Care Act 2014, Rotherham 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 Rotherham council.
How do I choose between agencies in Swallownest?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 16 of 45 were inspected or rated within the last two years, while 17 have older reports. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. Our checklist.
Are there more physical disability care in towns near Swallownest?
In Swallownest there are 45, 32 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Aston (0.6 miles): 37, 25 rated Good or Outstanding; Waverley (2.4 miles): 110, 75 rated Good or Outstanding; Killamarsh (2.9 miles): 70, 54 rated Good or Outstanding.
Short on time? We'll pass on your request.
One short form is all it takes: a maximum of three providers in the Swallownest area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Swallownest
- Physical disability care in Aston 0.6 mi
- Physical disability care in Waverley 2.4 mi
- Physical disability care in Killamarsh 2.9 mi
- Physical disability care in Thurcroft 3.4 mi
- Physical disability care in Wickersley 4.3 mi
- Physical disability care in Eckington 4.4 mi
- Physical disability care in Dinnington 4.6 mi
- Physical disability care in Rotherham 4.8 mi
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CQC register data (Oct 2026), reused under the Open Government Licence v3.0. The Care Panel is independent of every provider listed.