Home care · Somerset
Sensory impairment care at home in Glastonbury
Sensory impairment care is offered by 6 of the 13 home care agencies covering Glastonbury. Of the 6 CQC has rated, 83% are Good or Outstanding (versus 89% for sensory impairment care 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. Most recently, In Caring Hands Wells was rated Requires improvement on 14 September 2026.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
Key points
- Good or Outstanding: 5 of the 6 rated agencies, while 1 is rated Inadequate or Requires improvement.
- We check for new CQC ratings in Somerset daily: see the latest changes.
- 4 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia.
- Whatever your savings, Somerset council will assess care needs for free.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Sensory impairment care at home in Glastonbury", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 6agencies on the CQC register
- 83%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 4offer dementia support
- 3with a rating or inspection since October 2024
Providers offering sensory impairment care
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 13
- Elderly care · 12
- Care for adults under 65 · 12
- Learning disability care · 10
- Physical disability care · 8
- Dementia care · 7
- Mental health care · 7
- Sensory impairment care · 6
- Supported living · 5
- Children's care · 4
| # | Home care agency | Overall rating | Last rated | Office | Extra specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baobab Social Care Ltd - Somerset | Aug 2025 | 1.9 miles | 7 | |
| 2 | Affinity Trust - South West | Dec 2025 | 6.5 miles | 5 | |
| 3 | Safe & Sound Homecare Services (Street) Ltd | Jun 2022 | 1.8 miles | 6 | |
| 4 | Mendip Care Ltd | Aug 2023 | 4.7 miles | 3 | |
| 5 | Candlelight Homecare Glastonbury Area Office | Jun 2019 | under 0.5 miles | 9 | |
| 6 | In Caring Hands Wells | Sep 2026 | 6.5 miles | 5 |
Every agency covering Glastonbury registered with CQC for sensory impairment care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
Sensory impairment care in Glastonbury: what the data shows
6 of the 13 agencies covering Glastonbury are registered with CQC for sensory impairment care (46%). Their Good or Outstanding share is 83%, in line with the town-wide 82% and below the 89% for sensory impairment care across England.
The highest rated agencies for sensory impairment care are Baobab Social Care Ltd - Somerset, Affinity Trust - South West and Safe & Sound Homecare Services (Street) Ltd. 3 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from June 2019 and the newest from September 2026. Within 2 miles of Glastonbury centre: 3 offices.
Council-wide, 75 agencies in Somerset list sensory impairment care, and 95% of those with a rating are Good or Outstanding. Here 46% of agencies list sensory impairment care, compared with 60% across 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.
Sensory impairment care: what it means
Whether someone has lost some sight, some hearing, or both (known as deafblindness), the essentials are the same: carers who communicate clearly, surroundings and routines that make it safe to get around, and practical help with equipment and technology.
Questions to ask agencies about sensory impairment care
- How do you keep people connected with family and activities?
- Do staff have sight loss or deaf awareness training?
- Can staff use British Sign Language or tactile signing if needed?
- How are written information and menus made accessible?
- How do you link with local sensory support services?
Free advice: RNIB Helpline, 0303 123 9999. Sensory impairment care in Somerset as a whole.
Nearby towns: sensory impairment care
| Town | Miles | Number of agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glastonbury | – | 6 | 5 |
| Wells | 5.1 mi | 4 | 3 |
| Shepton Mallet | 7.8 mi | 5 | 4 |
| Highbridge | 12.3 mi | 12 | 8 |
| Martock | 12.4 mi | 6 | 3 |
| Bridgwater | 12.4 mi | 10 | 7 |
| Burnham-on-Sea | 13.4 mi | 11 | 6 |
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Sensory impairment care in Glastonbury: your questions answered
How many agencies in Glastonbury offer sensory impairment care?
Sensory impairment care is a registered specialism for 6 of the 13 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Glastonbury (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include Baobab Social Care Ltd - Somerset, Affinity Trust - South West and Safe & Sound Homecare Services (Street) Ltd.
What CQC ratings do home care agencies in Glastonbury have?
Of the 6 that have been rated, 5 (83%) are rated Good or Outstanding; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate.
What are typical home care prices in Glastonbury?
Typical 2026 prices across England: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Hourly rates vary between agencies more than between regions; ask each agency for its full price list, including weekend and bank holiday rates. The Homecare Association puts the minimum sustainable price for council-funded home care in England at £34.42 an hour for 2026/27. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. Read the full cost guide.
Will Somerset council pay for home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: Somerset council cannot charge for it and must offer it to every person who seems to need support (Care Act 2014). If your savings and investments come to under £23,250, it may then contribute following a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care in your own home the property is left out. Separately, Attendance Allowance has no means test. Getting in touch with Somerset council.
What should I look for when choosing agencies in Glastonbury?
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, 3 of the 6 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years. Older reports: 3. A checklist to help.
How does Glastonbury compare with nearby towns for sensory impairment care?
Nearest towns we cover: Wells (5.1 miles): 4, 3 rated Good or Outstanding; Shepton Mallet (7.8 miles): 5, 4 rated Good or Outstanding; Highbridge (12.3 miles): 12, 8 rated Good or Outstanding. Glastonbury itself has 6, 5 of them Good or Outstanding.
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Sensory impairment care near Glastonbury
- Sensory impairment care in Wells 5.1 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Shepton Mallet 7.8 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Highbridge 12.3 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Martock 12.4 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Bridgwater 12.4 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Burnham-on-Sea 13.4 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Midsomer Norton 13.8 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Yeovil 14.2 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.