Dementia care home costs in the UK vary significantly by region, type of care, and level of need. In England, residential care home fees for people with dementia average between 800 and 1,200 pounds per week. Nursing homes, which provide qualified nursing care alongside personal care, typically cost between 1,000 and 1,500 pounds per week. Costs are highest in London and the South East. These figures can amount to 50,000 to 80,000 pounds or more per year, making care funding one of the most significant financial challenges families face. NHS Continuing Healthcare covers all costs for those who qualify.