Home care · West Sussex
Physical disability care at home in Horsham
Of the 31 home care agencies covering Horsham, 19 offer physical disability care. 82% of the 17 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, compared with 88% for physical disability care across England. Expect to pay here about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 9 home care agencies have not been rated for more than four years and 2 joined the CQC register during the past two years. CQC's latest rating here went to GoodOaks Homecare - Horsham and Crawley: Good, on 6 February 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
The short version
- New and changed CQC ratings across West Sussex, updated every day.
- Good or Outstanding: 14 of the 17 rated agencies, while 3 are rated Inadequate or Requires improvement; 2 are still waiting for a first rating.
- Whatever your savings, West Sussex council will assess care needs for free.
- Dementia is a registered specialism for 18.
Reference this page as: The Care Panel, "Physical disability care at home in Horsham", Oct 2026, based on the CQC register.
- 19CQC-registered agencies
- 82%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 18support people with dementia
- 6inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Who offers physical disability care in Horsham
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 31
- Elderly care · 29
- Care for adults under 65 · 27
- Dementia care · 23
- Physical disability care · 19
- Mental health care · 17
- Learning disability care · 15
- Sensory impairment care · 15
- Eating disorder support · 6
- Substance misuse support · 5
- Supported living · 5
- Children's care · 4
| # | Agency | Rating | Rated | Office | More specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GoodOaks Homecare - Horsham and Crawley | Feb 2026 | under 0.5 miles | 5 | |
| 2 | Alina Homecare Horsham | May 2025 | under 0.5 miles | 9 | |
| 3 | The Sussex Village Homecare Service Limited | Dec 2024 | 6.6 miles | 5 | |
| 4 | Metro Homecare Limited | Dec 2025 | 6.7 miles | 7 | |
| 5 | Bluestar Care & Support LTD | Dec 2025 | 6.8 miles | 5 | |
| 6 | Prime Care Domiciliary Ltd | May 2023 | under 0.5 miles | 8 | |
| 7 | Qualis Home Care | Jul 2023 | 6.4 miles | 5 | |
| 8 | Time For You | Jan 2022 | 6.6 miles | 3 | |
| 9 | Ascot Care | Jan 2020 | under 0.5 miles | 7 | |
| 10 | Bertie & Bells Ltd | Nov 2018 | under 0.5 miles | 6 | |
| 11 | Caring Hands | Oct 2021 | 2.1 miles | 7 | |
| 12 | Regal Home Care Limited | Dec 2019 | 5.2 miles | 4 | |
| 13 | Gozone Care Ltd | Apr 2020 | 6.5 miles | 6 | |
| 14 | Home Instead Senior Care Crawley | Feb 2019 | 6.6 miles | 6 | |
| 15 | INFINITYCARE365 LTD | Jun 2025 | 6.5 miles | 3 | |
| 16 | Compare Care Limited | Jul 2022 | 6.7 miles | 6 | |
| 17 | Care Outlook (Crawley) | Jul 2021 | 6.6 miles | 6 | |
| 18 | Dainty Care Solutions - Main Office | Not yet rated | – | 0.7 miles | 3 |
| 19 | City Healthcare Agency Limited | Not yet rated | – | 6.7 miles | 5 |
Every agency covering Horsham registered with CQC for physical disability care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
Physical disability care in Horsham: ratings, size and cost
Registered for physical disability care: 19 out of 31 agencies covering Horsham (61%). 82% of those rated are Good or Outstanding, 6 points below the 88% for all agencies here and below the 88% for agencies registered for physical disability care across England.
Leading on CQC ratings for physical disability care: GoodOaks Homecare - Horsham and Crawley, Alina Homecare Horsham and The Sussex Village Homecare Service Limited. 6 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from November 2018 and the newest from February 2026. Offices within 2 miles of Horsham centre: 6. 2 of them are not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Across West Sussex, 164 agencies are registered for physical disability care, and 94% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Here 61% of agencies list physical disability care, compared with 80% across West Sussex.
Live-in care in the South East 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 physical disability care involves
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 to ask agencies about physical disability care
- Who reviews the care plan when needs change?
- How do you support independence rather than doing everything for the person?
- How do you work with physiotherapists and occupational therapists?
- Can support fit around the person's own routine?
- What equipment do you provide, and what must we arrange?
Where to get support: Scope helpline, 0808 800 3333. All physical disability care in West Sussex.
Physical disability care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsham | – | 19 | 14 |
| Billingshurst | 6.5 mi | 13 | 9 |
| Crawley | 6.5 mi | 61 | 37 |
| Cranleigh | 8.7 mi | 13 | 10 |
| Horley | 10.2 mi | 84 | 50 |
| West Chiltington Common | 10.4 mi | 10 | 7 |
| Haywards Heath | 10.8 mi | 19 | 14 |
Council help
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Savings under £23,250? West Sussex 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 West Sussex
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Free care cost report for Horsham
- 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 physical disability care in Horsham
Which home care agencies in Horsham offer physical disability care?
19 of the 31 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Horsham list physical disability care as a specialism (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are GoodOaks Homecare - Horsham and Crawley, Alina Homecare Horsham and The Sussex Village Homecare Service Limited.
Are home care agencies in Horsham well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 14 (82%) of the 17 rated, while 3 are rated below Good. 2 are awaiting a first rating, as is usual for new registrations.
How much does home care cost in Horsham?
Prices typically seen in West Sussex in 2026: visiting care £28–£38 an hour; live-in care £1,400–£1,700 a week. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. Our cost guide has more detail.
Will I get help from West Sussex council with the cost of home care?
Possibly. Under the Care Act 2014, West Sussex 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 West Sussex council.
How should I compare agencies in Horsham?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: 6 of the 19 listed here were inspected or rated in the last two years, while 11 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 Horsham for physical disability care?
Counting physical disability care: Horsham 19 (14 Good or Outstanding); Billingshurst (6.5 miles): 13, 9 rated Good or Outstanding; Crawley (6.5 miles): 61, 37 rated Good or Outstanding; Cranleigh (8.7 miles): 13, 10 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Horsham
- Physical disability care in Billingshurst 6.5 mi
- Physical disability care in Crawley 6.5 mi
- Physical disability care in Cranleigh 8.7 mi
- Physical disability care in Horley 10.2 mi
- Physical disability care in West Chiltington Common 10.4 mi
- Physical disability care in Haywards Heath 10.8 mi
- Physical disability care in Burgess Hill 11.3 mi
- Physical disability care in Dorking 11.3 mi
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Data: CQC register, Oct 2026, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. We are an independent directory and do not provide care.