CARE & SUPPORT

Dementia care in Ireland
Carers and care agencies near you — by the hour or live-in.

Care providers may work in a home setting or in a residential facility, focusing on providing a safe, nurturing environment that enhances the quality of life for the individual.

STEP 1 OF 4 · THE JOB
  • Free to post, no account needed
  • Providers who cover your area reply to you
  • You choose who to go with, or nobody

WHAT IT COSTS

Dementia care in Ireland: €22–€40 per hour

Dementia care needs specially trained carers — priced per hour (or live-in for advanced needs). Enter your town above for real prices from the carers and care agencies near you.

  • Stage/complexity of dementia
  • Specialist training
  • Hourly vs live-in
  • Daytime vs overnight

Guide prices compiled by the Locufy team from published Irish and UK provider price lists and 2026/27 cost guides. Updated 2026. Full dementia care price guide →

GUIDE PRICE · PER HOUR

LOW
€22
TYPICAL
€30
HIGH
€40

Not a quote. Prices vary by job, area and provider.

WHAT IT COVERS

What carers do

In-home dementia support

Assisting individuals in their own homes with daily tasks, medication reminders, and companionship.

Respite care

Temporary relief for primary caregivers, allowing them to take a break while ensuring their loved one is cared.

Memory care facility services

Specialised care provided in facilities designed specifically for individuals with dementia, focusing on safety and support.

Personal care assistance

Help with personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming to maintain dignity and comfort.

Cognitive stimulation activities

Engaging clients in activities designed to stimulate memory and cognitive function.

End-of-life care

Support for individuals with advanced dementia, focusing on comfort and dignity during the final stages of life.

NOT LISTED YET

No carers listed yet. Post the job instead.

Nobody is listed for this service yet. Posting a job is free and reaches providers in the category who cover your area.

No one listed for dementia care near you yet?Post the job free — say what you need and where, and providers nearby reply to you. No account, no app.Post the job →

GET THE APP

A €10 welcome credit when you sign up and download the app — off the rate on hourly bookings.

  • €10 referral credit for you and the friend you invite
  • €1 credit for every review you leave
  • Post a job, book by the hour, message providers — from your phone

How Locufy works for customers

Nearest firstResults are listed by how far the provider actually is from you — not by who paid for the spot.
One score from every reviewGoogle, Trustpilot and Locufy reviews combined into one score, weighted by how many there are — so a 5.0 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.8 from three hundred.
Free for customersSearching, comparing and booking cost nothing. Providers set their own rates and you see them up front.

Questions people ask

Typically €22–€40 per hour in Ireland. Enter your town above for real prices from providers near you.

The duration of dementia care services can vary widely, from a few hours a day to full-time support. Many caregivers offer flexible scheduling to meet the specific needs of the individual.

While general caregivers can provide many aspects of dementia care, specialized training is beneficial for managing complex needs. It’s advisable to seek caregivers with experience in dementia-specific care.

Many care providers offer same-day services, but availability may depend on demand and location. It's best to contact providers directly to inquire about their emergency care options.

Enter your town or Eircode above. The nearest providers come first, with their score and their price shown before you book.

Yes. Searching, comparing and getting quotes are free for customers.

CARE & SUPPORT ON LOCUFY · ONE EMAIL, AT MOST WEEKLY

Care & Support, done better — tips, stories and offers from near you

How-to guides from the carers and care agencies who do it every day, seasonal checklists, what hourly rates are doing near you, true stories from real jobs, and discounts from care & support providers you can only redeem here — about care & support, not about us. Never more than one email a month.

No spam, and we never share your email. Unsubscribe with one tap, or manage every subscription in the app.