The Homecare Association produces authoritative, evidence-based publications that increase people’s understanding of the homecare sector.
Our flagship publications are free, and available to providers, policymakers, commissioners, academics, and everyone with an interest in homecare.
Our flagship publications include:
Homecare Association's Minimum Price for Homecare
The Homecare Association has published its calculation for the Minimum Price for Homecare of £34.42 per hour. This price incorporates the increase to the National Living Wage (NMW), changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), effective from April 2026, and the inclusion of waiting time.
Homecare Market Overview
In the Market Overview 2024, we analyse data published by recognised sources to produce a comprehensive summary of the homecare sector across the United Kingdom.
Homecare Market Overview
Costing Model
This costing model is designed to assist any provider in the calculation of a fair price for social care services. The model is designed to provide an indication of the rate to be charged and is not indicative of a definitive value. This model is to be used for a guide price only. Click here to access the costing model.
Homecare Association's National Minimum Wage Toolkit
To help homecare providers to ensure they are meeting the National Minimum Wage requirements within their workforce, Homecare Association's recommended solicitors Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP have prepared a National Minimum Wage Toolkit.
Homecare Association's National Minimum Wage Toolkit
Reports created and published by the Homecare Association are published below.
Please be aware that some are branded under our former name, UKHCA, as newer versions have not yet been published.
