Palliative Care in High Barnet

Looking after someone in their final chapter is one of life’s most precious responsibilities. Here in the Borough of Barnet, and Muswell Hill and Highgate, our end-of-life and palliative care team helps families make the most of time together at home. Our 9.4/10 rating on homecare.co.uk shows how much families value having their loved ones comfortable in familiar surroundings, surrounded by memories and personal treasures. We take time to understand what matters most – from cultural and religious traditions to personal routines – because these details mean everything.

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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

Why Home Instead?

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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Home Care in High Barnet

The team here at Home Instead Barnet are proud to provide expert home care in High Barnet. Get in touch to find out how we can help you or your loved ones.

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  • Edgware
  • Colindale
  • Muswell Hill
  • Finchley
  • Golders Green
  • Chipping Barnet
  • New Barnet
  • East Finchley
  • East Barnet
  • Mill Hill
  • West Hendon
  • Friern Barnet
  • North Finchley
  • Whetstone
  • Hornsey
  • New Southgate
  • Brent Cross
  • Hampstead Garden Suburb
  • Woodside Park
  • Hendon
  • Cockfosters
  • West Finchley
  • Totteridge
  • Brunswick Park
  • Hadley Wood
  • Arkley
  • Church End
  • Hadley
  • Colney Hatch
  • Temple Fortune
  • Fallow Corner
  • North Cricklewood
  • Hendon Central
  • Barnet Gate
  • Rowley Green
  • Barnet
  • Greater London

To us it's personal

Supporting someone at the end of life means paying special attention to what brings them comfort. Our Care Professionals notice the small but important things – perhaps it’s having their favourite blanket close by, enjoying their morning tea just the way they like it, or displaying family photos where they can see them. We’re happy to provide whatever support is needed, from hourly visits to overnight care. And because every family is different, we tailor our care around what works best for everyone involved.

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Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
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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.


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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!

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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

    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.

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  • Respite Home Care

    Respite Home Care

    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.

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  • Overnight Home Care

    Overnight Home Care

    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.

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  • Live-in Home Care

    Live-in Home Care

    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.

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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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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

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As I got older, I realised that this service had made me happy in my own home.

Elisie, Client

Choosing Home Instead High Barnet for personalised home care

The kind words from families remind us why this work matters so much. As one client’s wife shared on homecare.co.uk: “All the carers we had were fantastic, supportive, funny, warm and outgoing and my husband liked and trusted them immediately. The care organisers were the same they listened intelligently and thoughtfully and were always kind and incredibly eager to help and support.” It’s feedback like this that shows how good care can bring light and comfort to families during difficult times.

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Our Community Partners

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Our High Barnet Team is With You Through Every Step

Our team brings both professional expertise and deep compassion to end-of-life care. Care Professionals receive specialist training in palliative support, including understanding symptom management and providing emotional support to both clients and families. Through collaborative care planning and regular reviews, we ensure support remains perfectly aligned with wishes and needs. Our experienced office team works sensitively with families to adapt care as circumstances change, providing constant support throughout this journey. Our close relationships with local healthcare providers ensure coordinated, compassionate end-of-life care. We work alongside GPs, district nurses, and specialist palliative care teams across North London, while maintaining links with local support organisations and faith communities. Through partnerships with various charities including Age UK Barnet, we can guide families to additional support services when needed. Our community connections help us provide comprehensive care that respects each person’s wishes and beliefs.

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We deliver tailored home care to the High Barnet community to nurture wellbeing and independence.

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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