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Live-in Care in Godalming
Relationship-led and supportive Live-in Care in Godalming from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
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The Godalming Live-in Care team, here to help every step of the way
Staying in your own home, surrounded by familiar comforts and memories, makes such a difference to daily life. That’s why our live-in care brings dedicated, one-to-one support right to your door in Godalming and surrounding areas. A carefully chosen Care Professional becomes a trusted presence in your home, understanding exactly how you like your day to flow. As Care Provider of the Year 2024 with full CQC registration, we know the little details matter – whether you need short-term support after hospital or ongoing care that grows naturally with your needs.
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Get in touch Why Live-in Care may be right for you
Our live-in care professionals are fully employed, trained, and DBS-checked, so you can be assured of consistent, highly skilled care from a trusted team. Every Care Professional receives in-depth training in personal care, moving and handling, and medical support, including complex areas such as dementia, Parkinson’s, catheter care, and stoma management. Unlike the rotating support that is typical in residential settings, we provide continuity—often with one or two Care Professionals who truly understand the client’s needs, interests, and routines.
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.
At a very difficult and emotional time we found Home Instead to be incredibly supportive. They always acted swiftly, professionally and with good humour and it was always made clear that our Dad’s wishes were of the utmost importance. To have such support at a very difficult time was absolutely priceless and we can’t thank you enough. – Client’s family member
Feedback from our clients
Home Instead came to me via personal recommendation and I couldn’t be happier with the service provided to my parents. More importantly, my parents (both fiercely independent and initially very reluctant) have been delighted with the support they are receiving
Sandra is funny the way she tells her stories and she is jolly and she is so quick. I call her Speedy Gonzales. She just has a lovely personality
Historically care pros have found Kathleen a little difficult to build a relationship with as she is so fiercely independent but for the first time ever in her care experience she has commented how much she enjoyed Anna’s visit and what a laugh she had – which seems in line with her visit notes!” – Kathleens Family member
Home Instead have provided personal and respite care to my parents for 8 months – they’ve always been professional, polite, helpful and friendly. The carers never rush and nothing is too much trouble. Communication with the office is great – they’re always on hand to deal with any queries. I’d happily recommend them
All the Home Instead carers I’ve met have been terrific—proactive, helpful, friendly, and trustworthy. The administrative team is equally supportive and responsive. Navigating the complex world of senior care was daunting, but Home Instead has guided me to a solution that works well for my parents and gives me peace of mind. I’ve also appreciated their flexibility, adapting support as my parents’ needs have evolved—from one hour a week to a full-time, live-in carer, allowing them to stay in their much-loved family home.
Very professional from the start. As a carer myself there was a list of criteria. All was covered in the initial interview without prompting. Love the quantity and quality of the care provided.
Although professional, all carers have become part of the family. Mum is happy and so are we. Love you all.
For a few years now we have used Home Instead for companion visits to my son. They have always acted with utmost professionalism and compassion and have ensured that there’s continuity of care. This is so important to build a rapport between the client and carer and my son considers his carer as a friend. I know that they always have my son’s best interest at heart and this is so reassuring. I would recommend them without any hesitation
Home Instead has cared for my mother for several years, has had excellent care, and any issues have always been sorted out very promptly.
Would not use any other provider – very happy with everything.”
Home Instead have been caring for my father for 18 months now. The staff and caregivers are always friendly and efficient and make an effort to engage my Dad in a conversation around a subject they know he enjoys. They have brought in their own books and go that little bit further with the service provided.”
Tailored Live-in Care in Godalming
One family recently shared on homecare.co.uk how our team “moved heaven and earth” to provide the right support when their mother’s needs suddenly changed. “The ladies that started to come along were all exceptional,” they noted, praising our quick response and adaptability. It’s local stories like these that reflect our commitment to flexible, responsive care at home that truly makes a difference in people’s lives. As another client’s son put it, we provide “exceptional care with efficiency and a good understanding of individual needs.”
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Get in touch Trusted Live-in Care from experienced home care professionals in Godalming
With our dedicated local office, experienced local team and Tammy leading our live-in care team and bringing 30 years of care experience, families know they’re in understanding hands. From our Godalming office, we support not just our clients but their whole family, taking time to listen and understand what matters most. Every journey starts with a detailed Care Consultation, where we learn about routines, preferences and the little things that make home special. Families stay connected through our care app, seeing daily updates and sharing moments that matter. As needs change, our local team adapts smoothly, ensuring support always feels just right.
Additional support and activities in Godalming
“Strong local connections enhance the support we offer. Our relationships with GPs, pharmacists, and healthcare teams across Surrey ensure coordinated care for clients. We also work proactively with healthcare providers to address minor issues, like blood pressure and oxygen levels, helping prevent hospital admissions. For those returning from hospital, we provide tailored discharge support with post-operative and recovery care. Beyond healthcare, our involvement in community events and fundraising with Macmillan keeps us close to the community’s heart. Partnering with our sister office in Guildford and Woking further strengthens our resources and expertise.”
FAQs
- Which towns and postcodes do the Godalming team service?Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Washington, Godalming, Haslemere, Cranleigh, Storrington, Farncombe, Billingshurst, Witley, Bramley, Shottermill, Pulborough, Petworth, West Chiltington Common, Elstead, Chiddingfold, Binscombe, Peaslake, Ewhurst, Wormley, Holloway Hill, Ifold, Catteshall, Shamley Green, Wisborough Green, Churt, Rowledge, Loxwood, Rowly, Hambledon, Shortfield Common, Busbridge, Dunsfold, Shere, Alfold Crossways, Northchapel, Abingworth, Kirdford, West Chiltington, Hurtmore, Fittleworth, Grayswood, Woolmer Hill, Coldwaltham, Dockenfield, Rushmoor, Hydestile, Graffham, Five Oaks, Durfold Wood, Lodsworth, Watersfield, Plaistow, Codmore Hill, Sutton, Rock, Tilford, Tuesley, Shackleford, Thursley, Holt Pound, Lurgashall, Balls Green, Hawkhurst Court, Hascombe, Duncton, West Burton, Bucks Horn Oak, Alfold Bars, The Haven, Byworth, Newpound Common, Adversane, Frensham, Thakeham, Malham, East Lavington, Shillinglee, Roundstreet Common, Enton Green, Gay Street, Ebernoe, Nutbourne, Charleshill, Tillington, Coneyhurst, Thorncombe Street, Alfold, Bowlhead Green, Ramsnest Common, Birtley Green, Rackham, Loxhill, Upperton, Lickfold, Balls Cross, River, Stroud Common, Goose Green, Peper Harow, Ansteadbrook, Selham, Grafham, Grafham, Sullington, Highstreet Green, Palmers Cross, Greatham, Bury, Heath End, South Ambersham, Stopham, Bignor, Hardham, Dial Green, Coates, Foxhill, North Heath, Bedham, Brook, Little Bognor, Brook, Albury, Ridgebridge Hill, Upper Norwood, Milford, Hoe, Green Cross, Barlavington, Ewhurst Green, Bexleyhill, Halfway Bridge, Little London, Wiggonholt, Farley Green, Cold Harbour, Upwaltham, Sandhills, Ashington, Warminghurst, Millbridge, Wheelerstreet, Cramhurst, Gomshall, Wonersh, Coultershaw Bridge, Morgan's Green, Okehurst, Isling Bridge, Rushett Common, Run Common, Smithbrook Kilns, Lords Hill Common, Smock Alley, Spear Hill, Woods Hill, Hammer Vale, Egdean, Eashing, Munstead, Unsted, Winkworth, Riverhill, Lakers Green, Great Stoatley, Truxford, Batts Corner, Spreakley, Cootham, Tedfold, Smoky Hole, Great Slifehurst, Harwoods Green, Popple Hill
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
GU5 0, GU5 9, GU6 7, GU6 8, GU7 1, GU7 2, GU7 3, GU8 4, GU8 5, GU8 6, GU10 2, GU10 3, GU10 4, GU27 1, GU27 2, GU28 0, GU28 9, RH14 0, RH14 9, RH20 1, RH20 2, RH20 3, RH20 4
- Is Home Instead Godalming a locally owned home care organisation?Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode
Home Instead Godalming 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.
- What local support is available?
Ensuring reliable live-in care means having robust support ready to handle any changes or emergencies. It’s important to ask how a provider manages carers schedules, especially if adjustments are needed or if a carer is unavailable.
At Home Instead we maintain a comprehensive local team that coordinates alternative arrangements in situations such as if the Care Professional is ill, without disrupting care continuity – ensuring your loved one always receives the attention they need.
- Are your carers employed or are they self-employed?
There are broadly two types of live-in care providers: self-employed carers and professional care companies. Self-employed carers typically offer flexibility and may cost less, but they often lack regulation, comprehensive training, and insurance, which can impact the quality and reliability of care.
Professional care companies, like Home Instead, directly employ Care Professionals who are rigorously trained and fully background-checked and insured. These employees are covered under the company’s policies, including national insurance and payroll, ensuring a secure, and high-standard care environment.
- What qualifications do your carers have?
Training and qualifications are vital in ensuring live-in carers deliver high-quality care. It’s a good idea to ask about the providers training levels and certifications.
Home Instead’s Care Professionals receive comprehensive training in areas such as mobility support, dementia and Parkinson’s care, catheter management, and end of life support. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures they are well-prepared to provide compassionate and effective care across various scenarios.
- How do you match caregivers with clients?
Compatibility between a live-in carer and client can greatly influence the quality of care. It’s beneficial to enquire about the matching process and how a provider ensures that the caregiver’s personality and skills align with the client’s needs and preferences.
At Home Instead, we carefully, match clients with one or more Care Professionals based on shared interests and care requirements to foster a comfortable and supportive relationship.
- How does your service ensure care continuity during emergencies or caregiver changes?
Continuity of care is essential, especially in emergencies or when regular live-in carers are unavailable. Ask your care provider how they handle such situations.
Home Instead has protocols in place to ensure that care continues seamlessly, with trained Care Professionals ready to step on so that your loved one’s needs are always met without interruption.
- What is live-in care?Discover More
Live-in care means a trained, professional carer will live with you in your home in order to provide the care you need on a regular basis, and support your specific needs. This is often a preferable alternative to a care home or nursing home, and it allows older people to remain living in their own home alongside a constant companion who can assist with things like personal care, specialist medical care, cooking, housework, and more.
- How much does live-in care cost?Discover More
Every live-in care package is unique to the individual client, so the best way to gauge how much this will cost you is to get in touch to discuss your loved ones needs. As a rough guide to cost, live-in care through an agency often ranges from around £1,350 to £2,000 per week in the UK, depending on their needs and other factors mentioned in our guide on cost linked below.
- How many hours does the Care Professional work?
Live-in care is not the same as 24-hour care. A Care Professional will typically work an 8 to 10 hour day. Those hours will be discussed in your initial assessment and tailored to suit the needs of the person receiving care. A live-in Care Professional is of course on hand in case of emergencies, but it is not generally expected that they will provide ongoing night care. The Care Professional also needs to have breaks throughout the day, and other Care Professionals may visit the home if a wrap-around care service is offered, giving the main care provider their needed breaks without any interruption in support.
- What will a live-in Care Professional require?
A live-in Care Professional must have their own bedroom for personal space. It is also typically expected that the home has an internet connection. Arrangements for food will be discussed in your consultation, but the Care Professional typically receives a weekly food allowance to purchase food for themselves. Live-in Care Professionals may cook and eat with their clients, or they may decide to do this separately, depending on the dietary requirements and personal preferences of everyone involved.
- What are the benefits of live-in care at home?
Live-in care at home empowers the elderly to maintain their independence, dignity, and a sense of control over their lives, while still receiving dedicated, comprehensive support. By far the main benefit is that live-in care allows care recipients to remain in the comfort and familiarity of their own home, which can significantly enhance emotional well-being and quality of life. This form of care is highly personalised, adapting to the specific needs and routines of the individual, ensuring tailored support for daily activities, medication management, mobility assistance, and more. The one-on-one nature of live-in care fosters a strong bond between the Care Professional and care recipient, providing companionship and reducing feelings of isolation. Staying at home eliminates the disruption and stress often associated with moving to a care facility, and even 24 hour live-in home care can also be considerably more cost-effective than residential care options, as it avoids facility fees which can often be extremely steep.
Reach out and talk to the Godalming team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Godalming 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 Live-in Care service, please call us on 01483 608122, or fill out the form below.
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