Home care · Sandwell
Care for adults under 65 at home in Smethwick
Of the 267 home care agencies covering Smethwick, 243 offer care for adults under 65; 231 different providers run them. The biggest provider here is Sevacare (UK) Limited (4). CQC has rated 126 of them, and 74% are Good or Outstanding, compared with 88% for care for adults under 65 across England. Outstanding: 3. We estimate typical fees here at about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 90 home care agencies have not been rated for more than four years and 36 joined the CQC register during the past two years. CQC's latest rating here went to Baobab Care UK Limited: Inadequate, on 7 October 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
In short
- Whatever your savings, Sandwell council will assess care needs for free.
- Good or Outstanding: 93 of the 126 rated agencies, and 33 are rated below Good; 117 are still waiting for a first rating.
- Latest CQC rating changes in Sandwell, checked daily.
- For dementia support, 184 have it on their CQC registration.
Reference this page as: The Care Panel, "Care for adults under 65 at home in Smethwick", Oct 2026, based on the CQC register.
- 243agencies on the CQC register
- 74%of rated services are Good or Outstanding
- 184support people with dementia
- 23with a rating or inspection since October 2024
Ranked providers of care for adults under 65
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 267
- Elderly care · 251
- Care for adults under 65 · 243
- Physical disability care · 211
- Dementia care · 199
- Mental health care · 187
- Learning disability care · 157
- Sensory impairment care · 153
- Supported living · 141
- Children's care · 56
- Eating disorder support · 39
- Substance misuse support · 33
The full list for care for adults under 65 covering Smethwick: sorted by CQC rating and rating date, then distance from the town centre.
Care for adults under 65 in Smethwick: ratings, size and cost
Registered for care for adults under 65: 243 out of 267 agencies covering Smethwick (91%). Of those rated, 74% are Good or Outstanding: in line with the 74% for every agency here, and below the England figure of 88% for care for adults under 65.
Your Support, 2M Health & Home Care Services Ltd - Birmingham and PSA Home Care Ltd lead the list for care for adults under 65. 23 have a rating from the past two years. Oldest: October 2017. Newest: October 2026. 38 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Smethwick. Not yet rated: 117. That is usual for services registered recently.
Share registered for care for adults under 65: 91% here, 90% across Sandwell.
Typical prices in the West Midlands: about £33.50 an hour for weekday visits (evenings and weekends cost more) and around £1,610 a week for live-in care. How we estimate costs.
About care for adults under 65
Jobs, college, relationships and independence should shape care for adults under 65, rather than the timetable of services for older people. It supports younger adults with disabilities, long-term conditions or mental health needs.
Questions worth asking about care for adults under 65
- How do you plan for more independence over time?
- How is the person involved in reviewing their support?
- How are health appointments supported?
- Can support fit around the person's own schedule?
- How many people of a similar age do you support?
Free advice: Disability Rights UK, 0330 995 0400. Sandwell: care needs assessment.
Care for adults under 65 around Smethwick
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smethwick | – | 243 | 93 |
| Oldbury | 1.5 mi | 225 | 84 |
| Rowley Regis | 3.1 mi | 169 | 68 |
| West Bromwich | 3.1 mi | 216 | 88 |
| Birmingham | 3.6 mi | 262 | 103 |
| Halesowen | 4.4 mi | 149 | 56 |
| Tipton | 4.5 mi | 247 | 94 |
Help from the council
Sandwell
Savings under £23,250? Sandwell 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 Sandwell
Free · by email
Free care cost report for Smethwick
- 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 care for adults under 65 in Smethwick
Which home care agencies in Smethwick offer care for adults under 65?
243 of the 267 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Smethwick list care for adults under 65 as a specialism (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Your Support, 2M Health & Home Care Services Ltd - Birmingham and PSA Home Care Ltd.
Are home care agencies in Smethwick well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 93 (74%) of the 126 rated, including 3 Outstanding, while 33 are rated below Good. 117 are awaiting a first rating, as is usual for new registrations.
How much does home care cost in Smethwick?
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 I get help from Sandwell council with the cost of home care?
Possibly. Under the Care Act 2014, Sandwell 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 Sandwell council.
How should I compare agencies in Smethwick?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: 23 of the 243 listed here were inspected or rated in the last two years, while 103 have older reports. Then ask about continuity of staff, how they handle missed visits, and the full price before you sign. Our checklist.
How do nearby towns compare with Smethwick for care for adults under 65?
Counting care for adults under 65: Smethwick 243 (93 Good or Outstanding); Oldbury (1.5 miles): 225, 84 rated Good or Outstanding; Rowley Regis (3.1 miles): 169, 68 rated Good or Outstanding; West Bromwich (3.1 miles): 216, 88 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 Smethwick area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Smethwick
- Care for adults under 65 in Oldbury 1.5 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Rowley Regis 3.1 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in West Bromwich 3.1 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Birmingham 3.6 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Halesowen 4.4 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Tipton 4.5 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Wednesbury 4.8 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Dudley 5.0 mi
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Source for provider details: CQC, Oct 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). The Care Panel is a comparison site, not a care company.