Caremark (Cheshire North East)
Caremark (Cheshire North East) is a home care agency in Handforth, Cheshire East (SK9 3HQ). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Caremark (Cheshire North East)
We at Caremark (Cheshire North East) are proud to provide compassionate home care across Handforth and the surrounding communities of Cheshire East. As a dedicated home care agency, we bring trusted support directly to people in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, helping them maintain independence, dignity, and the routines they cherish. Operating throughout the SK postcode area and the wider North West, our team travels to clients across Handforth and neighbouring towns and villages. Because our care is delivered in your own home, the environment is one you already know and love, surrounded by your belongings, your memories, and the people who matter most. We work in partnership with families to make sure visits fit seamlessly into daily life, whether that means early morning support, regular check ins throughout the day, or longer companionship calls. Our specialisms reflect the genuine breadth of need within the community we serve. We support older people who may simply need a helping hand with everyday tasks, as well as those living with dementia, where consistency, patience, and gentle reassurance make all the difference. For families navigating a dementia diagnosis, we understand how reassuring it can be to know a familiar carer is visiting a loved one in surroundings they recognise. We also support adults with learning disabilities and autism, helping them pursue independence in ways that suit their personal goals. Our mental health support is designed to walk alongside people during difficult periods, offering practical help and a steady, non judgemental presence. For those living with physical disabilities or visual and hearing impairments, we adapt our approach to remove barriers and promote confidence, whilst our work with younger adults recognises that care needs can arise at any stage of life. We additionally offer support for individuals affected by alcohol or drug misuse, providing structured, respectful assistance during recovery. In practice, this means tailored care plans, carers chosen with thought, and a willingness to adjust as circumstances change. Families tell us that the peace of mind which comes from knowing a loved one is well supported at home is invaluable. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out on 30 January 2024, resulted in an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We believe in being open about this. Inspectors rated us Good in both the Caring and Responsive domains, recognising the kindness of our team and the way we respond to individual needs. In the Safe, Effective, and Well led domains we were rated Requires Improvement, and we are taking this feedback seriously. We are actively working on the areas highlighted, strengthening our practices, and listening closely to clients, families, and our carers so that improvements are meaningful and lasting. Transparency and a commitment to getting things right matter deeply to us. If you are exploring home care options for yourself or someone you love in Handforth or the wider Cheshire East area, we would be glad to talk with you. Choosing care is a significant decision, and we are here to listen, answer questions, and help you understand what support might look like in your own home. Please get in touch whenever you feel ready, and we will be pleased to welcome you.
Care provided at Caremark (Cheshire North East)
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Substance misuse support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 9 June 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Caremark (Cheshire North East)
Where is Caremark (Cheshire North East) located?
Caremark (Cheshire North East) is a home care agency based in Handforth, Cheshire East (SK9 3HQ), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Caremark (Cheshire North East) provide?
Caremark (Cheshire North East) is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Caremark (Cheshire North East)'s CQC rating?
Caremark (Cheshire North East) is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 9 June 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Caremark (Cheshire North East) provide dementia care?
Yes. Caremark (Cheshire North East) supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Caremark (Cheshire North East)
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Caremark (Cheshire North East) is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Caremark (Cheshire North East) covers roughly 10 miles from Handforth.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the North West
Caremark (Cheshire North East) has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £25 to £30 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Caremark (Cheshire North East). Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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