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Palliative Care in Canterbury
Relationship-led and supportive Palliative 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 Palliative Care team, here to help every step of the way
We provide personalised palliative and end-of-life care across Canterbury, Faversham, Herne Bay, and Whitstable, supporting people to spend precious time in the comfort of their own home. Our approach combines professional expertise with deep understanding of what matters most during this sensitive period – whether that’s managing symptoms, maintaining dignity, or respecting cultural and spiritual wishes. As a CQC-regulated provider we ensure every aspect of care is delivered with both compassion and excellence, supporting not just the person receiving care, but their whole family.
Award-winning service you can rely on
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Get in touch Why Palliative Care may be right for you
For many families, our support evolves naturally from providing care for a long-term condition, while others come to us specifically for end-of-life care. Either way, we start with a careful assessment at home, understanding the full picture of support needed – from symptom management and personal care to emotional and spiritual comfort. Our hour-long visits give Care Professionals time to provide care at a gentle pace, responding sensitively to changing needs. Whether you need a few hours of support or overnight care, we tailor our service around what helps most. As one family shared: “Home Instead went above and beyond to ensure that not only our grandmother’s needs were met, but that our family were ok too. They provided us with kindness and reassurance at all times.”
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.
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.
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
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
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 Palliative Care in Canterbury
The quality of relationships makes all the difference at this sensitive time. Our commitment to sending the same small team of familiar Care Professionals helps build trust and understanding. A client’s daughter recently told us: “They really pulled out all the stops and provided a high level of care and support.” From experience, we know how important consistency is – knowing that someone who understands your loved one’s needs and preferences will be there when needed brings invaluable peace of mind.
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With just 15 carefully selected Care Professionals, we maintain exceptionally high standards of palliative care training and support. Each team member completes specialist end-of-life care modules alongside their City & Guilds accredited dementia and Parkinson’s training in areas like symptom management, mobility support, and personal care. Director Henry Iwunze’s healthcare background contributes to our approach – from the way we handle medications to how we coordinate with other healthcare professionals.
Additional support and activities in Canterbury
Creating seamless support means working closely with other healthcare professionals. We maintain strong relationships with district nurses, GPs, and palliative care teams across Canterbury, ensuring care is coordinated and responsive. Our ‘Key to Care’ events often focus on supporting families through this journey, while our connections with local faith communities and cultural groups help us ensure care respects every aspect of a person’s identity. Through the Bring Joy Foundation, we support initiatives that enhance wellbeing even during difficult times.
FAQs
- Which towns and postcodes do the Canterbury team service?
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Herne Bay, Tankerton, Beltinge, Swalecliffe, Hillborough, Studd Hill, Eddington, Reculver, Bishopstone, Hampton, Hawthorn Corner, Kingsdown Park, Mickleburgh Hill, Oxenden, Talmead, Grays, Canterbury, Whitstable, Faversham, Waltham, Fordwich, Sturry, Hales Place, Herne, Shalmsford Street, Wincheap, South Tankerton, Chestfield, Seasalter, Thanington, Rough Common, Hersden, Bridge, Martyrs Field, Sandbanks, Harbledown, Broad Oak, Blean, Grove, Crundale, Sole Street, Longport, Nackington, Carlton, Old Wives Lees, Chilham, Ospringe, Upstreet, Petham, Tyler Hill, Yorkletts, Chartham Hatch, Painter's Forstal, Herne Common, Dunkirk, Upper Harbledown, Lower Hardres, Oare, Bekesbourne, Patrixbourne, Shottenden, Hoath, Honey Hill, Radfall, Dargate, Sheldwich Lees, Godmersham, Selling, Clapham Hill, Hernhill, Culmers, Graveney, Whitehill, Molash, Throwley Forstal, Goodnestone, Stodmarsh, Boyden Gate, Fostall, Garlinge Green, Bishopsbourne, Broomfield, Stalisfield Green, Staplestreet, Ansdore, Ford, Leaveland, Badlesmere, Marshside, Maypole, Oversland, Anvil Green, South Street, South Street, North Street, South Street, Uplees, Old Tree, Waterham, Kingsmead, Davington, Norton Ash, Greenhill, Sheldwich, Pett Bottom, Church Street, Calcott, Bullockstone, Denstroude, Highstead, Throwley, Hickmans Green, Luddenham, Preston, Hicks Forstal, Chislet, Hockley, West End, Perry Court, Orchard Green, St. Dunstan's, St. Stephen's, St. Martin's, Stuppington, St. Mildred's, Lower Island, Thurston Park, Hunter's Forstal, Faversham Lakes, Lower Herne, Barracks, The King's Mile, Mariner's View, Chart Mill, Macknade, The Brents, Chartham, Boughton Street, Westbere, Pean Hill, Rivercroft, Renville, Broomstreet, Elverton, Copton, Selgrove, Plumford, North Wilderton, South Wilderton, Throwley Valley, Hanslett's Forstal, Wey Street, Syndale Bottom
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
CT6 5, CT6 8, CT5 2, CT6 6, ME13 7, CT1 1, CT2 8, CT5 1, CT4 5, CT1 2, ME13 8, CT4 7, CT4 8, CT1 3, CT5 4, CT3 4, CT2 7, CT2 0, ME13 9, CT2 9, CT5 3, CT6 7, ME13 0
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - Is Home Instead Canterbury a locally owned home care organisation?
Home Instead Canterbury is one of 250 locally owned offices that collectively form Home Instead UK. Together, we care for 16,000 clients, delivering one million hours of home care each month. This unique combination of community-focused local offices and the resources of a national network enables us to provide personalised, relationship-led care while leading research and innovation that is transforming the experience of aging. Our services include companionship care, personal care, specialist care (including dementia, palliative, and Parkinson’s), and live-in care.
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - When is palliative care needed?
Palliative care is an option that your clinical team may suggest if you or a loved one have received a diagnosis of a serious or terminal illness, such as cancer, lung disease or Alzheimer’s. Our Care Professionals can provide support that will alleviate discomfort and stress and allow a better quality of life.
- How soon should palliative care begin?
Palliative care can be started at any stage of a serious illness, though it can be recommended to start as early as possible depending on the diagnosis and the treatment required. After finding out what treatments are required you can be easily make an informed decision on when palliative care is needed.
- Is palliative care the same as end of life care?
Not necessarily. While palliative care can include end of life care, it is certainly not always the case and can last for a longer period of time. Some people are able to live comfortably for many years while receiving palliative care. The focus is always providing support as you need it to allow you to carry on with your daily life within the limits of your condition.
Discover More - Will palliative care cause me to lose independence?
Our Care Professionals understand that maintaining your control over your daily life is important. Depending on what care you need for your condition you may need help with a few things or more help with a lot of your usual tasks. The level of help required is likely to change over time, but Home Instead will be there to ensure you keep as your independence for as long as possible.
- Should I continue palliative care after successful treatment?
During your illness you may receive successful treatment from your clinical team. Depending on the outcome of this treatment you may no longer require palliative care, however it may be beneficial to continue for a short while. During the recovery process it can be beneficial to you and your loved ones to have some relief from the physical and emotional stress a serious illness can cause.
Reach out and talk to the Canterbury team today
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 Palliative Care service, please call us on 01227 287 911, or fill out the form below.
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