Home care · Suffolk
Substance misuse support at home in Needham Market
Substance misuse support is offered by 4 of the 27 home care agencies covering Needham Market. Of the 3 CQC has rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding (versus 88% for substance misuse support 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. 1 home care agency was last rated more than four years ago.
CQC register data as of 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
Quick summary
- A care needs assessment from Suffolk council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- Rating changes in Suffolk are checked each day. See what changed recently.
- 4 list dementia as a specialism.
- Among the 3 rated agencies, 3 hold a Good or Outstanding rating, with 1 not yet rated.
To cite: "Substance misuse support at home in Needham Market", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 4CQC-registered agencies
- 100%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 4are registered for dementia
- 0inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Who offers substance misuse support in Needham Market
Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers
- All 27
- Elderly care · 22
- Physical disability care · 21
- Dementia care · 20
- Care for adults under 65 · 19
- Sensory impairment care · 17
- Learning disability care · 16
- Mental health care · 15
- Supported living · 8
- Eating disorder support · 4
- Substance misuse support · 4
| # | Agency | Rating | Rated | Office | More specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bloomsbury Home Care - Suffolk | Mar 2023 | 5.8 miles | 7 | |
| 2 | Homecare Ipswich | Feb 2023 | 6.6 miles | 6 | |
| 3 | Frantec | Dec 2018 | 4.4 miles | 8 | |
| 4 | Eternity Healthcare Limited (Suffolk) | Not yet rated | – | 0.8 miles | 8 |
All agencies covering Needham Market with a CQC registration for substance misuse support. Order: rating, then how recent it is, with distance from the centre used last.
Substance misuse support in Needham Market: what the data shows
15% of Needham Market's agencies (4 of 27) hold a CQC registration for substance misuse support. Of those rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding: 9 points above the 91% for every agency here, and above the England figure of 88% for substance misuse support.
Bloomsbury Home Care - Suffolk, Homecare Ipswich and Frantec lead the list for substance misuse support. Ratings run from December 2018 to March 2023, and 0 are from the last two years. Offices within 2 miles of Needham Market centre: 1. 1 of them is not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Across Suffolk, 19 agencies are registered for substance misuse support, and 86% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Across Suffolk, 9% of agencies are registered for substance misuse support, against 15% here.
Live-in care in the East of England 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 substance misuse support involves
Substance misuse support helps people affected by alcohol or drug use to stay safe, manage their health and work towards recovery, alongside specialist treatment services.
What to ask about substance misuse support
- How do you support recovery goals and family relationships?
- How do you work with local drug and alcohol treatment services?
- What happens if someone relapses?
- How do you keep people safe at night?
- Who decides when support can be reduced?
Where to get support: FRANK, 0300 123 6600. Ask Suffolk for a care needs assessment.
Substance misuse support in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Needham Market | – | 4 | 3 |
| Ipswich | 8.2 mi | 7 | 3 |
| Hadleigh | 8.3 mi | 3 | 1 |
| Lawford | 14.7 mi | 4 | 3 |
| Colchester | 19.3 mi | 6 | 4 |
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Common questions about substance misuse support in Needham Market
Who offers substance misuse support at home in Needham Market?
Of the 27 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Needham Market, 4 list substance misuse support as a specialism (Oct 2026). Top-rated names here include Bloomsbury Home Care - Suffolk, Homecare Ipswich and Frantec.
What CQC ratings do home care agencies in Needham Market have?
Of the 3 that have been rated, 3 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding. 1 has not been rated yet, which is common for newly registered services.
What are typical home care prices in Needham Market?
Typical prices across England in 2026: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Agencies differ more than regions do on hourly rates, so request a complete tariff from each one, covering weekends and bank holidays too. 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. See our full cost guide.
Will Suffolk council pay for home care?
Two sources of help: Attendance Allowance, which ignores savings and is for people over State Pension age, and the council. By law (Care Act 2014) Suffolk council must assess care needs at no charge for people who look as if they need support; if savings and investments are under £23,250, it may pay a share once your finances are assessed, depending on income. With care at home, the house itself is not included. How to reach Suffolk council.
What should I look for when choosing agencies in Needham Market?
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, none of the 4 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years, and 3 have an older report. See the checklist.
How does Needham Market compare with nearby towns for substance misuse support?
Nearest towns we cover: Stowmarket (3.4 miles): 2, 1 rated Good or Outstanding; Ipswich (8.2 miles): 7, 3 rated Good or Outstanding; Hadleigh (8.3 miles): 3, 1 rated Good or Outstanding. Needham Market itself has 4, 3 of them Good or Outstanding.
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Substance misuse support in nearby towns
- Substance misuse support in Stowmarket 3.4 mi
- Substance misuse support in Ipswich 8.2 mi
- Substance misuse support in Hadleigh 8.3 mi
- Substance misuse support in Woodbridge 11.7 mi
- Substance misuse support in Lawford 14.7 mi
- Substance misuse support in Sudbury 15.4 mi
- Substance misuse support in Bury St Edmunds 15.8 mi
- Substance misuse support in Felixstowe 17.9 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.