Palliative care is about more than just managing symptoms; it’s about ensuring comfort, dignity, and choice at every stage. At Home Instead Antrim, Ballymena & Carrickfergus, we support people who are approaching the end of life or living with life-limiting conditions, offering thoughtful, sensitive care tailored to their needs and wishes. Our approach is shaped by what matters most to the person and their family, whether that’s staying at home, feeling in control, or spending meaningful time with loved ones. We work at the client’s pace, always listening and adjusting our care accordingly. With a focus on respect and reassurance, we help make difficult days a little gentler, right to the end.
Personalised, compassionate palliative care
We support those with terminal illnesses or who require intensive pain management, helping them to remain in their own homes where they feel most comfortable, surrounded by loved ones.
20 years of trusted experience
We exceed UK regulatory standards, rank highly on Homecare.co.uk, and our qualified Care Professionals are trained to the highest standard so you can have complete peace of mind.
A simple, seamless set-up
No jargon, no pressure, no long waits. We'll guide you through every step at your pace, with transparent pricing from day one.
Fully flexible, unhurried support
Whether it's a few hours of companionship or round-the-clock palliative care, we work to your schedule – not the other way around.
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The team here at Home Instead Antrim, Ballymena & Carrickfergus are proud to provide expert home care in Ballymena. Get in touch to find out how we can help you or your loved ones.
We understand the deep trust required to invite someone into your home during such an emotional time. That’s why we take the time to get to know each individual, their routines, preferences, fears, and hopes. From helping with washing, medication, and mobility, to simply being there through the night, our Care Professionals offer more than care – they offer presence. We also provide emotional support to family members, working together as needs evolve. Whether care is needed for days, weeks, or longer, we bring a calm, compassionate presence into the home. Our role is to ease the strain, create space for loved ones, and honour every person’s unique end-of-life journey.
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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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.
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
Families have shared that our palliative care service brought compassion and clarity during some of life’s most difficult moments. Susan, a client’s daughter, wrote: “They were so supportive to me and my family in my dad’s final weeks. He had a carer with him overnight and she was amazing. I cannot praise them enough.” Paul, a son, shared: “The carers were respectful, on time, and communicated well. Dad liked all the carers and the way they looked after him. It made a difference to the family to have this support.” These testimonials reflect our belief that end-of-life care should be as much about humanity as it is about health. We’re here to provide calm, competent, and comforting care when it’s needed most.
Our care is shaped by the leadership of Roger and Louise, a husband-and-wife team who blend knowledge with personal dedication. Louise, a qualified radiographer with over 14 years of experience, applies her clinical expertise to guide our sensitive end-of-life care with dignity, respect, and compassion. She ensures Care Professionals are equipped to provide calm reassurance and emotional understanding during the most difficult times. Roger, who moved from a career in finance into the care sector, ensures our services are managed smoothly, consistently, and with attention to detail so families feel reassured. We provide compassionate, professional leadership that helps our Care Professionals deliver palliative care with empathy and dignity. We believe that end-of-life care should reflect the individual, their choices, their values, and their need for peace. That’s why we provide flexible care throughout Antrim, Ballymena and Carrickfergus, helping people remain at home surrounded by the people and things that matter most. We also offer support for families facing grief, helping them navigate the emotional and practical challenges that often arise. From spiritual support to coordinating final wishes, our team works with quiet dedication behind the scenes. It’s not about taking over, it’s about walking alongside you and your loved one. Because in the final chapters of life, the right care can bring comfort, clarity, and a deep sense of reassurance.
We adapt our services to fit your life, delivering compassionate, consistent, and attentive care, enabling you to thrive in your home and community.
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