💵 Typical Costs for Home Nursing in Madurai
🧑⚕️ Daily / Short-term Care
📍 Basic nursing or skilled support at home:
- 🩹 Basic nursing care – ~₹300/day onwards
- 🧑⚕️ Skilled nursing (e.g., injections, monitoring) – ~₹500/day onwards
- 🏥 Post-surgical care – ~₹1,000/day onwards
💡 Daily costs typically range around ₹500 to ₹2,500 per day, depending on the type and intensity of care needed. (Justdial)
⏱️ 24-Hour or Round-the-Clock Care
For continuous care (nurse present all day and night):
- 🏡 Basic 24-hour nursing – ~₹3,000/day & above
- 📈 Intermediate / advanced care – ~₹5,000/day & above
- 🚨 Critical care / intensive supervision – ~₹8,000–₹12,000/day & above
⚠️ These are indicative starting prices — actual charges vary by provider and patient condition. (Justdial)
📅 Monthly / Long-Term Care
If you need ongoing support, many services offer monthly plans:
- 👵 Senior citizen/home care (monthly) – ~₹10,000 to ₹25,000+
- 🛏️ Bedridden or full-time nurse – ~₹15,000 to ₹30,000+ per month
📌 Prices depend on hours per day (part-time vs full-time) and tasks included. (Justdial)
🧠 Cost Factors to Keep in Mind
💡 Experience of caregiver – Certified nurses usually cost more than basic attendants
💡 Hours required – 24/7 care costs more than a few hours per day
💡 Complexity of care – Wound care, injections, medical tasks raise costs
💡 Agency vs individual – Some agencies add service fees on top of caregiver pay
📌 Tips Before You Decide
✅ Ask about what tasks are included (injections, dressing changes, feeding)
✅ Confirm whether food / travel costs for the nurse are extra
✅ Compare 2–3 providers for quotes
✅ Clarify hours of care (e.g., 8 hr vs 12 hr vs 24 hr)