Arranging adult social care in Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is the unitary authority for the Potteries in the West Midlands, covering the six towns of Hanley, Burslem, Tunstall, Longton, Fenton and Stoke, along with neighbourhoods such as Meir. As a unitary authority, the council is responsible for adult social care across the whole city, so families do not need to deal with a separate county council when arranging support for a loved one.
The first step is usually to contact Stoke-on-Trent City Council's adult social care team to request a needs assessment. This assessment is free, and it looks at the daily support someone needs, whether that is help at home, a short stay for respite, or a longer term move into care. If the assessment shows eligible needs, a financial assessment then follows to work out how much, if anything, the person contributes towards their care.
Choosing a care home locally
Stoke-on-Trent has a well established care market, with around 165 CQC-registered care homes across the city. That gives families a real choice between residential care homes offering personal support and nursing homes providing round the clock clinical care, whether you are looking close to Hanley and the city centre or in quieter areas around Tunstall, Burslem or Longton. Home care is also widely available for those who prefer to stay in their own home for as long as possible.
Paying for care in Stoke-on-Trent
Funding usually comes from a mix of council support, NHS Continuing Healthcare where eligible, and personal contributions based on savings and income. National capital thresholds apply, so some residents pay in full while others receive help from Stoke-on-Trent City Council. As a rough guide for the area, home care typically costs around £20 to £25 per hour, residential care homes around £800 to £1,000 per week, and nursing homes around £1,000 to £1,300 per week, depending on the provider and level of need.
Taking that first step can feel daunting, but understanding how care is arranged locally makes the process much clearer for families across the Potteries.
