Care Scheme
Care Scheme is a home care agency in Coniston, Westmorland and Furness (LA21 8DU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Care Scheme
We at Coniston Care Scheme are proud to provide compassionate home care across the village of Coniston and the surrounding communities, supporting older people and adults with a wide range of needs to live well in the place they know best: their own home. Nestled within the beautiful Westmorland and Furness area of the North West, our home care agency reaches into the heart of the Lakeland community. Operating across the LA postcode area, we understand the rhythms of village life in Coniston and the importance of remaining connected to familiar surroundings, neighbours, and the landscapes that have shaped our residents' lives. Our team travels to those we support, bringing care directly into the comfort and privacy of their own homes. Our care is shaped around each individual, recognising that no two people share the same story or the same needs. We specialise in older person care, providing thoughtful support with the daily routines that help life flow smoothly, from personal care and medication prompts to companionship and help around the home. For those living with dementia, our approach is patient, gentle, and consistent, offering the kind of familiar presence that brings reassurance to both the person we support and their loved ones. We also support adults with learning disabilities and autism, working in ways that respect each person's preferences, communication style, and pace. Our care extends to people living with physical disabilities, where we focus on enabling independence wherever possible, and to those with visual or hearing impairments, where clear communication and sensitivity make all the difference. In practice, this means families can trust that their relative is being supported by people who take the time to truly understand them, rather than applying a one size fits all approach. For families, this breadth of specialism brings peace of mind. Whether your loved one needs a little help to remain safely at home, or more substantial support as needs change over time, our team is here to walk that journey alongside you. We see ourselves as partners with families, keeping you informed, listening to your concerns, and adapting our care as life evolves. We are pleased to hold an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This independent assessment reflects the standards we hold ourselves to every day and offers families an external assurance that the care being delivered is safe, kind, and thoughtfully managed. If you are exploring home care options for someone you love in Coniston or the wider Westmorland and Furness area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Choosing care is a significant decision, and we are here to listen, to answer your questions, and to help you find the right way forward, with no pressure and plenty of compassion.
Care provided at Care Scheme
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 30 May 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Care Scheme
Where is Care Scheme located?
Care Scheme is a home care agency based in Coniston, Westmorland and Furness (LA21 8DU), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Care Scheme provide?
Care Scheme is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Care Scheme's CQC rating?
Care Scheme is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 30 May 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Care Scheme provide dementia care?
Yes. Care Scheme supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Care Scheme
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Coniston Care Scheme Limited 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. Coniston Care Scheme Limited covers roughly 10 miles from Coniston.
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
Coniston Care Scheme Limited 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 Coniston Care Scheme Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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