PRICE GUIDE · CARE & SUPPORT · 2026–2027
Overnight Care cost in Ireland
€120–€260 per night. Typically €180.
An overnight care in Ireland costs €120–€260 per night, typically around €180. The price is set by sleeping vs waking night, care needs overnight and one-off vs regular.
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HOW MUCH IT COSTS
How much does overnight care cost in Ireland?
| Low end | €120 | a simple job, off-peak, outside the cities |
|---|---|---|
| Typical | €180 | what most people pay |
| High end | €260 | the biggest jobs, short notice, Dublin |
Locufy guide prices for 2026–2027. Updated 2026. A national range, not a quote — enter your town above for real prices from the carers and care agencies near you.
What moves the price
- Caregiver's experience — a carer trained in first aid and overnight care may charge more per night.
- Level of care required — a waking night, where the carer stays up, costs more than a sleeping night.
- Client's specific needs — frequent help to the toilet or turning in bed means more work through the night.
- Medication Management — doses due during the night need a carer who is awake and trained to give them.
Other social protection prices in Ireland are up 26% over five years (CSO Consumer Price Index, Other social protection, to 2025 December). Five years ago a typical overnight care would have cost about €145 — an estimate from today's guide price and that index, not a recorded price. Source: CSO CPM18, CPM12 →
WHAT YOU GET
What an overnight care booking includes
Takes: Overnight care services usually cover a period of 8 to 12 hours, depending on the client's needs.. Not included: Overnight care typically does not cover tasks such as household cleaning, meal preparation, or transportation.
WHAT PEOPLE BOOK
Common overnight care jobs
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How to pay less
- A sleeping night costs less than a waking night; ask whether the person's needs allow it for overnight care.
- Booking overnight care regularly can cost less per night than arranging occasional nights at short notice.
- Family covering some nights each week keeps the number of paid overnight care nights down.
- A monitor or alarm that wakes the carer when needed may allow a sleeping night instead of a waking night.
- Sharing overnight care between a couple in the same home costs less than booking a carer for each.
Before you book
- A comfortable sleeping environment for both the client and caregiver.
- Clear instructions regarding care routines and emergency contacts.
- Information about the client's health condition and preferences.
- Tell the carer how often the person usually wakes in the night and what help they need then.
- Check that the carer has first aid training and has done waking or sleeping nights of overnight care before.
- Agree what time the carer arrives and leaves, and whether they can sleep during the night.
- You can ask what health and social care training the carer has, and whether the home is safe for night-time moving around.
Overnight Care cost: questions people ask
The cost of overnight care can vary based on factors such as the caregiver's experience, the level of care required, and location. Additional services like specialised medical care or emergency response may also increase the overall price.
Overnight care services usually cover a period of 8 to 12 hours, depending on the client's needs. Some caregivers may offer flexible hours, but standard arrangements typically start in the evening and end in the morning.
For general personal care and companionship, a trained caregiver is sufficient. However, if specialised medical care is required, it is advisable to hire a qualified professional who is trained in specific medical needs.
Many care agencies offer emergency or same-day availability, but this can depend on the caregiver's schedule and demand in your area. It's best to check with local providers for their specific availability.
Yes, many care providers offer packages that include overnight care along with other services like daily personal care or companionship. Discussing your needs with the provider can help create a tailored care plan.
Overnight care typically does not cover tasks such as household cleaning, meal preparation, or transportation. These services may require separate arrangements or additional fees, depending on the care provider.
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