PRICE GUIDE · CARE & SUPPORT · 2026–2027
Palliative Care cost in Ireland
€25–€50 per hour. Typically €35.
A palliative care in Ireland costs €25–€50 per hour, typically around €35. The price is set by level of care/nursing input, hourly vs live-in and overnight cover.
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HOW MUCH IT COSTS
How much does palliative care cost in Ireland?
| Low end | €25 | a simple job, off-peak, outside the cities |
|---|---|---|
| Typical | €35 | what most people pay |
| High end | €50 | 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
- Complexity of the patient's needs — help with personal care, nausea and anxiety takes more time on each visit.
- Level of expertise required — a nurse trained in palliative care charges more per hour than a care assistant.
- Duration of care — overnight cover or live-in palliative care adds up to far more hours than daytime visits.
- Pain Management — medication given by a nurse costs more per hour than reminders from a care assistant.
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 palliative care would have cost about €30 — an estimate from today's guide price and that index, not a recorded price. Source: CSO CPM18, CPM12 →
WHAT YOU GET
What a palliative care visit includes
Takes: A typical palliative care session can last from one to several hours, depending on the patient's needs and the specific services being provided..
WHAT PEOPLE BOOK
Common palliative care jobs
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How to pay less
- A care assistant for personal care, with a nurse only for nursing tasks, can cost less than nursing input for every hour.
- Sharing existing treatment plans with the palliative care provider saves hours spent gathering the same details again.
- Family sharing the care, with paid palliative care covering nights or the hardest hours, keeps the paid hours down.
- Using equipment already supplied for the patient, rather than buying new, keeps the cost of palliative care down.
- Asking whether the patient qualifies for funded palliative support can reduce the hours you need to pay for.
Before you book
- Medical history and current medications to help the provider understand the patient's condition.
- Any existing treatment plans or reports from other healthcare professionals.
- A list of symptoms or concerns that need to be addressed during care.
- Access to the patient in their home or care facility for assessments and consultations.
- You can ask what nursing or medical training the palliative care provider has, and whether they have trained specifically in palliative care.
Palliative Care cost: questions people ask
The cost of palliative care can vary based on the complexity of the patient's needs, the level of expertise required, and the duration of care. Additional services, such as specialised therapies or equipment, may also impact pricing.
A typical palliative care session can last from one to several hours, depending on the patient's needs and the specific services being provided. Ongoing assessments may require more frequent visits.
While general healthcare professionals can provide palliative care, having a qualified specialist, such as a palliative care nurse or physician, is often recommended for complex cases. They are trained to manage specific symptoms and coordinate comprehensive care.
Emergency or same-day palliative care services may be available, but this largely depends on the provider's capacity and the urgency of the situation. It's advisable to contact local services directly for immediate needs.
Yes, many palliative care providers offer the option to book multiple related services, such as pain management and emotional support, during the same visit. This can enhance the overall care experience for the patient.
Palliative care primarily focuses on comfort and quality of life, so curative treatments and procedures aimed at curing the illness are generally out of scope. Additionally, palliative care does not typically cover routine medical check-ups or emergency medical interventions.
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