Home care · Wakefield
Supported living in Hemsworth
7 of the 20 home care agencies covering Hemsworth offer supported living. CQC has rated 7 of them, and 100% are Good or Outstanding, against 90% for supported living across England. We estimate typical fees here at about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 4 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 1 registered in the last two years. The most recent rating was Hopecare and Health Limited, rated Good on 4 March 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Quick summary
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- 3 list dementia as a specialism.
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Reference this page as: The Care Panel, "Supported living in Hemsworth", Oct 2026, based on the CQC register.
- 7CQC-registered agencies
- 100%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 3support people with dementia
- 2inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Providers offering supported living
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 20
- Elderly care · 20
- Care for adults under 65 · 19
- Physical disability care · 16
- Dementia care · 15
- Learning disability care · 13
- Mental health care · 12
- Sensory impairment care · 11
- Supported living · 7
| # | Agency | Rating | Rated | Office | More specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pearl Home Care Ltd | Jan 2026 | 3.7 miles | 7 | |
| 2 | Hopecare and Health Limited | Mar 2026 | 4.9 miles | 9 | |
| 3 | Just Homes Care | May 2022 | 2.6 miles | 4 | |
| 4 | Millennium Support Ltd | Jul 2022 | 3.0 miles | 2 | |
| 5 | Caring Stars Limited | Jun 2023 | 4.8 miles | 3 | |
| 6 | Eden Place Residential Home | Jan 2020 | 3.3 miles | 7 | |
| 7 | Swanton Community Services South Yorkshire | Mar 2018 | 3.4 miles | 5 |
Every agency covering Hemsworth registered with CQC for supported living, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
How supported living in Hemsworth compares
Registered for supported living: 7 out of 20 agencies covering Hemsworth (35%). 100% of those rated are Good or Outstanding, in line with the 100% for all agencies here and above the 90% for agencies registered for supported living across England.
Leading on CQC ratings for supported living: Pearl Home Care Ltd, Hopecare and Health Limited and Just Homes Care. 2 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from March 2018 and the newest from March 2026. Within 2 miles of Hemsworth centre: 0 offices.
Across Wakefield, 22 agencies are registered for supported living, and 82% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Here 35% of agencies list supported living, compared with 27% across Wakefield.
In the Yorkshire and the Humber, 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.
Nearby towns: supported living
| Town | Miles | Number of agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hemsworth | – | 7 | 7 |
| Ackworth Moor Top | 2.2 mi | 5 | 3 |
| Grimethorpe | 2.6 mi | 12 | 12 |
| Crofton | 4.4 mi | 20 | 13 |
| Thurnscoe | 4.8 mi | 5 | 4 |
| Goldthorpe | 5.8 mi | 4 | 2 |
| Pontefract | 5.9 mi | 4 | 2 |
Council support
Wakefield
Savings under £23,250? Wakefield council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
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- 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
Questions families ask about supported living in Hemsworth
Which home care agencies in Hemsworth offer supported living?
7 of the 20 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Hemsworth list supported living as a specialism (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Pearl Home Care Ltd, Hopecare and Health Limited and Just Homes Care.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Hemsworth?
7 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 7 with a rating.
What does home care cost in Hemsworth?
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 Wakefield council fund home care?
Possibly. Under the Care Act 2014, Wakefield 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 Wakefield council.
How do I choose between agencies in Hemsworth?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 2 of 7 were inspected or rated within the last two years, while 5 have older reports. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. Our checklist.
Are there more supported living in towns near Hemsworth?
In Hemsworth there are 7, 7 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Ackworth Moor Top (2.2 miles): 5, 3 rated Good or Outstanding; Grimethorpe (2.6 miles): 12, 12 rated Good or Outstanding; Upton (3.3 miles): 2, 2 rated Good or Outstanding.
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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.