Home Home Care Scarborough
Local CQC-Registered Care Team

Home Care in Scarborough

Visiting home care, companionship and respite for people who want to stay safe, independent and comfortable at home across Scarborough, YO11 and YO12.

Arrange a Free Assessment Call 01723 66 50 51
CQC registered Personal care Live-in care Scarborough, YO11 and YO12

Helpful before you decide

Scarborough home care advice

Clear guides for the questions families ask before arranging care.

Can funding help?

Learn about council assessments, direct payments and NHS Continuing Healthcare.

A home care worker and an older man unpacking everyday shopping in his kitchen

Local care, familiar routines

Support at home, built around the person

A Star Care Agency supports people in Scarborough who need a little help each day, regular personal care, or more involved support to remain at home with dignity.

  • Morning, daytime, evening and overnight care visits.
  • Help with washing, dressing, continence care and daily routines.
  • Medication prompts, meal preparation, shopping and domestic support.
  • Companionship, wellbeing checks and reassurance for families.
  • Live-in care for people who need a consistent care presence at home.

Home care services Scarborough

Care options we can discuss

Every care package starts with a conversation about what matters most: safety, independence, routine, personality and family peace of mind.

Domiciliary care visits

Flexible visits for personal care, medication, meals, daily routines and safe independence at home.

Companionship care

Friendly, consistent support to reduce loneliness and help with outings, appointments and hobbies.

Complex care

More specialist support for people with higher needs, planned with professionals and families.

Starting home care

What happens when you arrange care?

You do not need to know which care package to ask for. We begin by understanding what is happening now, what a good day looks like and where support would make the greatest difference.

Tell us what is happening

Call or send an enquiry. A family member can make the first contact, with the person's wishes and consent kept central.

Have a free assessment

We discuss routines, personal care, medication, mobility, meals, risks and the times when help may be needed.

Review the written plan

You can consider the proposed support, visit pattern and costs before deciding whether A Star Care is the right fit.

Start and review care

Care begins once the plan, timing and availability are agreed. The plan can then be reviewed as needs or routines change.

Comparing providers? Check the current CQC registration details, ask for a written quotation and clarify visit length, continuity, out-of-hours contact and what happens if a regular carer is unavailable. Our Scarborough home care costs guide explains what to compare.

Reviewed by Francess Jagne, Founder, Director and CQC Registered Manager. Francess is a Nursing and Midwifery Council registered nurse with 20 years of experience in adult social care and a Master of Science in Public Health from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.

Last reviewed: 3 September 2026.

Areas we cover

Scarborough and nearby North Yorkshire communities

We focus this page on Scarborough because that is where many families search first. We can also discuss care in nearby towns, villages and coastal communities.

Scarborough YO11 YO12 Filey Whitby Eastfield Seamer Cayton Scalby Newby Ryedale North Yorkshire

Our Scarborough service location: A Star Care, The Street, 12 Lower Clark St, Scarborough YO12 7PW. Call 01723 66 50 51 to discuss care at home or arrange a free assessment.

Why families choose us

Care that feels steady, personal and respectful

The right home care provider should make life feel calmer, not more complicated. We plan care carefully and communicate clearly with families.

  • CQC-registered provider for personal care.
  • DBS-checked carers with ongoing training and supervision.
  • Care plans shaped around routines, preferences and risks.
  • Support with council, NHS and family communication where needed.
  • Free initial care assessment with no pressure to decide on the day.

Questions families ask

Scarborough home care FAQs

Do you provide home care in Scarborough?

Yes. We provide home care in Scarborough and nearby North Yorkshire areas, including personal care, companionship, medication support, respite care and live-in care.

How quickly can care start?

This depends on the care needed and carer availability. The first step is a free assessment so we can understand the person's needs and build the right plan.

Can you support someone after hospital discharge?

Yes. We can discuss short-term or ongoing care after discharge, including help with personal care, meals, medication prompts and confidence at home.

Can North Yorkshire Council help fund home care?

North Yorkshire Council may contribute after a care needs assessment and financial assessment. Eligibility depends on the person's assessed needs and financial circumstances. Read our guide to paying for home care in North Yorkshire.

Is domiciliary care the same as home care?

Domiciliary care is another name for care provided in a person's own home. It can include personal care, medication prompts, meals, companionship and practical support during planned visits.

Which Scarborough postcodes do you cover?

Our local team supports families across Scarborough, including YO11 and YO12. Availability depends on the care needed and visit times, so please call us to discuss the person's address and preferred routine.

Looking for home care in Scarborough?

Tell us what is happening and we will help you understand the next sensible step. You do not have to have everything worked out before you call.

Arrange a Free Assessment Call 01723 66 50 51