Companionship Care in Canterbury

Relationship-led and supportive Companionship Care in Canterbury from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.

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Highest regulatory ratingsCare for  18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
Highest regulatory ratingsCare for  18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10

The Canterbury Companionship Care team, here to help every step of the way

True companionship takes time – that’s why our companionship visits across Canterbury, Faversham, Herne Bay, and Whitstable always last at least an hour, unlike the brief visits common to many local providers. This unhurried approach allows genuine friendships to develop between our clients and Care Professionals. We’re a close team of 15 carefully selected individuals who’ve passed what we call our ‘mum and dad test’ – would we trust them to care for our own parents? As a CQC-regulated provider and top rated home care provider on homecare.co.uk, we back up this personal approach with thorough background checks, multiple references, and comprehensive training.

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Why Companionship Care may be right for you

Companionship means different things to different people. For some clients it’s about sharing a passion for cooking – planning meals together, visiting local shops, and enjoying the process of creating favourite recipes. For others, it might be getting out to local groups or simply having someone to share memories with over a cup of tea. As one client shared: “She is proactive and knows her role very well. She holds a lovely conversation. I really look forward to when she is on duty.” We take time to match you with Care Professionals who share your interests, creating natural connections that feel less like a carer and more like a friend visiting.

A woman in a green top smiles at an elderly woman in a purple sweater during a conversation at a table. Companionship Care at Home Instead Canterbury

What we do to care for your loved ones

We offer two types of home care: hourly care, where we visit at set times, or live-in care, where a carer resides in the home. Both are overseen by our care management team and delivered by compassionate Care Professionals. Each care package is made up of a unique mix of services to meet your needs.
  • Companionship care

    We carefully match Care Professionals with clients to ensure a meaningful bond is created.
  • Home help & meal prep

    Keeping the home environment clean, safe, and nourishing with home-cooked meals.
  • Personal care

    Assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene, always respecting the dignity of your loved one.
  • Mobility support

    Helping your loved one move around their home safely, including transfers and positioning.
  • Health appointment management

    We support you to attend those important health appointments.
  • Community engagement

    We enable you to continue to do the things you enjoy, be it a visit to the garden centre or your local art group.
  • Transportation

    Assistance getting you from A to B, whether it be to go visit a friend or help with your shopping.
  • Medication management

    Ensuring medicines are taken correctly and on time, supporting overall health.
A woman in a purple jacket is hula-hooping outside, while another person with gray hair watches in a garden setting. - Home Instead

We are so impressed with the standard of care my mother is receiving. My mother feels at ease and is well looked after both with personal care and generally managing around the house. Thank you to all the team.

Philip B - Son of Client

Four generations enjoying time together outside, with a young boy, mother, elderly woman, and another adult woman. - Home Instead

Since our carer started to help us in October 2022 for one three-hour session per week, he has proved to be friendly, reliable and competent.
He is an excellent companion with a cheerful approach, and I cannot think of anyone better to be my carer.

R.C - Wife of Client

An older man in a blue jacket rides a colorful carousel horse, smiling and holding the pole, with buildings in the background. - Home Instead

Home Instead has covered the care needs for my father since leaving the hospital. I feel he is being cared for in the best possible way, by excellent and experienced carers. It has been a good experience for all involved.

V.B - Daughter Of Client

Tailored Companionship Care in Canterbury

The impact of meaningful companionship is demonstrated in one of our clients’ experiences. One daughter told us: “Mum’s carers are so patient and understanding of her mixed dementia and often difficult behaviour. She adores being taken out and her carers are just the best at keeping this regular for Mum.” With particular expertise in supporting people living with dementia, we understand how consistency and genuine connection can help maintain independence and bring joy to each day.

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Our Partners

  • Alzheimers Society
  • Parkinsons UK
  • Homecare-Association
  • British Franchise Association
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Trusted Companionship Care from experienced home care professionals in Canterbury

Our hiring standards are exceptionally high – we look beyond qualifications to find people with natural empathy and a genuine desire to make a difference. Under director Henry Iwunze’s leadership, every Care Professional completes comprehensive training, including unique City & Guilds accredited programmes in dementia and Parkinson’s care. Being a small, tight-knit team of just 15 means we know each client’s story, preferences, and routines. When you call our office, you’ll speak with someone who understands exactly how to support you or your loved one.

A woman holds hands with an elderly woman in a waiting room, while another woman reads a magazine in the background. Companionship Care at Home Instead Canterbury

Additional support and activities in Canterbury

Our community involvement adds another dimension to companionship care. Through partnerships with a Primary School in Wye, whose pupils write heartwarming Christmas wishes to our clients, and initiatives like our support for Faversham Food Bank to support those in need locally. Our ‘Key to Care’ sessions share expertise about living well with long-term conditions, while our digital awareness workshops help older adults stay connected in today’s world.

A woman in a green shirt smiles, sitting at a wooden table with an open book, facing an older man. Companionship Care at Home Instead Canterbury

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Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Canterbury team. If you would like to hear what clients say about us please take a peek at our Home Care verified reviews. If you would like more information about our high quality Companionship Care service, please call us on 01227 287 911, or fill out the form below.

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