Nights can be particularly worrying when you or a loved one needs support. Working across Canterbury, Faversham, Herne Bay, and Whitstable, we provide overnight care that ranges from sleep-in support for peace of mind to waking night care for those needing more regular assistance. As your local CQC-regulated provider, rated ‘Good’ and 9.6/10 on homecare.co.uk, we understand that quality overnight care depends on having properly trained, professional Care Professionals you can rely on completely.
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
Why Home Instead?
Personalised overnight care for peace of mind
Our care options don't stop when the sun sets. If your loved one feels most vulnerable, anxious or lonely at night, we can provide support and a comforting presence that allows them to rest knowing help is always close at hand.
20 years of trusted experience
We exceed UK regulatory standards, rank highly on Homecare.co.uk, and our qualified Care Professionals are carefully matched with clients and trained to the highest standard so you can enjoy peace of mind leaving your loved one for the night.
Flexible support designed for your needs
Whether you need waking night care so there's always someone checking on your loved one, or sleeping night care where help is available if required, we make sure our care is as flexible as you need it to be.
Everything you need for a peaceful night
Overnight care can be tailored to your loved one's needs, from bedtime personal care to help reaching the bathroom, and support with dementia sundowning, to help repositioning in bed. We design overnight care that suits you and maximises comfort.
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Home care in Canterbury
Home care in Canterbury supports people to live independently and comfortably in the place they know best - home. Enter postcode of the person to find your nearest office and local care team.
The right overnight support looks different for every family – it might start with a relaxing bedtime routine, including help with evening medications and getting comfortable for the night. For some clients, having a Care Professional sleeping nearby brings peace of mind, while others need more attentive support throughout the night. Our first step is always meeting with you and your loved ones to understand your situation, whether that’s help with mobility during the night, regular personal care, or simply knowing someone’s in the room nearby if needed. As one client’s family shared: “They made sure that everything that could be done was done, and meantime I was taken care of.” Each visit begins with what matters to you, building routines that help everyone rest a little easier.
Whatever your situation, Home Instead can provide quality care to enable your loved one to stay where they belong: at home. Share your details here and one of our friendly advisors will reach out to answer your questions.
Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!
Janet, Client's Family
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Our Care Starts With Connection
The difference in our reliable overnight support shows in our clients’ feedback on homecare.co.uk. Family members often tell us how much peace of mind it brings knowing their loved one isn’t alone at night. As one daughter noted: “Mum’s carers are so patient, understanding, and manage to keep her safe and as happy as possible.” With our small team of 15 Care Professionals, you’ll see familiar faces who understand your preferences and needs.
Our Home Care Services
We're ready to help you make an informed, confident choice for your loved one, with bespoke and easily-adapted packages designed around their needs.
Hourly Home Care
When your loved one begins to need more frequent support, our flexible home care solutions help them stay safe and independent at home. We don't take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we personalise your experience with responsive, attentive, and genuinely compassionate care, so you can feel reassured they are in capable hands.
We understand how overwhelming it can be to leave your loved one if they live with a condition like dementia, arthritis, or diabetes. Our highly experienced Care Professionals are matched based on their specialist knowledge and expertise, so you can feel content knowing your loved one's health conditions are carefully monitored and managed.
We are proud to be the benchmark for exceptional care, so all of our qualified Care Professionals receive training that goes above and beyond the industry standard. When it comes to complex health conditions, you can rest assured that your loved one's safety and wellbeing is always a top priority.
Our live-in care provides round-the-clock support and offers a welcome alternative to residential care, empowering your loved one to remain independent in the environment they know. With person-centred care from someone they recognise, older individuals can benefit from familiarity, friendship, and a consistent care plan.
Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!
Janet, Client's Family
Home Instead provide first class care. My care professionals are patient, kind and very reliable. I am very happy with the service they provide
Paul, Client
As I got older, I realised that this service had made me happy in my own home.
Elisie, Client
Our Canterbury Team is With You Through Every Step
Our Care Professionals receive comprehensive training in all aspects of overnight support, including use of hoists and other mobility equipment. Our City & Guilds assured training covers medication management, moving and handling, and supporting people living with conditions like dementia and Parkinson's, and when you call our office, you'll speak with someone who knows your situation personally and can ensure your overnight support adapts as needs change.
Our established relationships with local GPs, district nurses and healthcare providers across Canterbury help create seamless 24-hour support. Through regular 'Key to Care' events, we maintain strong connections with specialist services, while our work with community health teams ensures coordinated care, particularly important during night-time hours, and supporting initiatives like the Bring Joy Foundation and Deepness Dementia's programmes helps us better understand the challenges families face around the clock. This connected approach means we can respond quickly to changing overnight needs while maintaining professional, reliable support.
Our dementia care in Canterbury is designed by experts and is City & Guilds Assured, so you know your loved one is receiving only the very best care. Our Care Professionals focus on creating an environment that's calm and consistent, while maintaining dignity and familiar routines to reduce confusion and keep clients comfortable.
Having someone stay in your home to provide care can feel daunting, but our live-in care solutions help to bring older adults more independence and enjoy a greater sense of wellbeing. If you value the peace of mind that comes with knowing there is always someone nearby, live-in care in Canterbury could be an excellent alternative to a care home.
The right support is crucial when managing pain and end-of-life care. Our palliative care focuses on dignity and enables your loved one to remain in the place they feel happiest. We provide considerate palliative care in Canterbury, so you can spend more meaningful moments together while we carefully manage their pain and comfort.
Taking a break from caring can feel impossible if your loved one is lonely or has challenging health conditions, but our respite care in Canterbury is designed to step in with dependable care at any time. Whether you're recharging your batteries or managing other commitments, our Care Professionals can provide reliable support, so you can take time to yourself without disrupting routines.
Discover personalised, flexible personal care for older adults in Canterbury, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.
Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Canterbury, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.
Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Canterbury, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.