Simple, transparent prices
One hourly rate, every day of the week. No surcharges for weekends or bank holidays, no travel costs and no hidden fees.
Hourly care
Visits from a few hours a week to every day, at any time of day.
- Same rate on weekends and bank holidays
- Travel costs included
- Replacement if your carer is unavailable
Live-in care
A carer who lives in your loved one’s home and supports them day and night.
- From £1,050 per week
- Minimum one month for long-term care
- Final rate depends on the support needed
Overnight care
A carer stays awake and available all night, usually from 10pm to 8am.
- Book one night or every night
- Combine with daytime hourly care
- Same price every night of the week
What does hourly care cost per week?
Most families start with 14 to 20 hours a week. These are typical examples at £20 an hour.
| Typical pattern | Hours a week | Weekly price | Often suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company and practical help | 6 | £120 | Someone independent but lonely |
| A two-hour morning visit, every day | 14 | £280 | The most common starting point |
| Daily mornings plus two longer visits | 18 | £360 | Help with mornings, shopping and company |
| Morning and evening visits, every day | 28 | £560 | When evenings are hard too |
| Weekday cover | 40 | £800 | When memory or mobility is declining |
Compare the cost
Care homes in London charge a weekly fee. Live-in care through Viola starts from £150 a day. Change the numbers to match the homes you are looking at.
From £150 a day. The final rate depends on the support needed and is confirmed before anything is agreed.
Care home fees: average self-funded weekly fees in London in 2026, carehome.co.uk. Fees vary a lot between homes and boroughs. Carers introduced through Viola do not provide nursing or medical care. If your loved one needs nursing care, a nursing home or a visiting nurse may be needed.
What is included in the price
Same rate every day
Weekends and bank holidays cost the same as weekdays.
Travel included
No extra charge for the carer’s travel.
Vetted carer
Interviewed, DBS and reference checked.
Replacement
We introduce a new carer if yours is unavailable.
Invoicing handled
One clear invoice, twice a month.
Support from our team
Someone to call whenever you need help.
How payment works
Two invoices a month
One for the 1st to the 15th, one for the 16th to the end of the month.
Bank transfer
Payment within 5 days of the invoice, by bank transfer.
Flexible hours
You can increase or reduce hours as needs change.
Help paying for care
Many families use Attendance Allowance or support from their local council towards the cost of care at home. We are happy to talk through your situation.
Hourly, live-in or overnight care?
Calculate your weekly price
The hourly rate is always £20, regardless of the day of the week, weekends or bank holidays. Travel costs are included, and there are no hidden fees or additional charges.
Calculate your overnight care
Overnight care starts from £140 per night. The carer stays awake and available all night, usually from 10pm to 8am, and other times can be agreed. It can be combined with hourly care during the day.
Live-in care prices
Prices start from £150 per day. The final rate depends on the level of support needed, and we will confirm it with you before anything is agreed.
Are there any extra fees?
No. The hourly rate is £20 and includes travel, weekends and bank holidays. There are no hidden charges.
Is there a minimum number of hours?
Get in touch and tell us what you need. Most families start with 14 to 20 hours a week, and many start with less.
How is live-in care priced?
Live-in care starts from £150 per day. The final rate depends on the level of support needed, and we confirm it with you before anything is agreed.
Can I change the number of hours later?
Yes. Just let us know as early as possible so the carer can plan.
