Physical disability care at home in Salisbury

Physical disability care in Salisbury: ratings, size and cost

Registered for physical disability care: 24 out of 30 agencies covering Salisbury (80%). Of those rated, 89% are Good or Outstanding: 11 points above the 78% for every agency here, and in line with the England figure of 88% for physical disability care.

Altogether Care - Care At Home Limited Salisbury, New Support Care Limited and Alabaré lead the list for physical disability care. 5 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from May 2018 and the newest from September 2026. Offices within 2 miles of Salisbury centre: 19. 5 have no rating yet; new registrations usually wait for a first inspection.

Wiltshire as a whole has 118 agencies registered for physical disability care; 91% of the rated ones are Good or Outstanding. Here 80% of agencies list physical disability care, compared with 80% across Wiltshire.

Live-in care in the South West 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

1. What equipment do you provide, and what must we arrange?
2. Are staff trained in moving and handling, including hoists and slings?
3. Will two carers be available when two are needed?
4. How do you prevent pressure sores and falls?
5. Who reviews the care plan when needs change?

Helpline: Scope helpline, 0808 800 3333. All physical disability care in Wiltshire.

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