Companionship Care in Belfast

Dementia is a progressive condition affecting memory and cognition. In Belfast, around 3,175 people are living with dementia, with cases continuing to rise across Northern Ireland. At Home Instead in Belfast, we provide essential companionship and support, helping individuals maintain their independence and quality of life. Our team is highly experienced and is RQIA inspected, ensuring the highest standards of care. We offer tailored companionship services, fostering meaningful connections and engagement. With a deep understanding of Belfast’s community, we deliver compassionate, person-centred care that enhances daily life for those living with dementia.

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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?

Companionship that's tailored to you

Strong bonds build successful companionships, so we match our Care Professionals based on more than just skills, considering their personality and interests to help create a genuine connection from day one.

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.

Compatible company at home

No pressure. No forced friendships. We'll guide you through every step of the setup process at your pace, with transparent pricing from day one,

Flexible, adaptive and personalised support

Whether it's a few hours of company a week, or live-in companionship to manage loneliness, we can fit comfortably into your life in whatever way works best for you.

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Home care in Belfast

Home care in Belfast 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.

  • Belfast

    We provide award winning care in Belfast , Windsor , Cliftonville , Belmont , Mount Vernon and the surrounding areas

  • Down & Lisburn

    We provide award winning care in Lisburn , Downpatrick , Comber , Chapeltown , Carryduff and the surrounding areas

  • Windsor
  • Cliftonville
  • Belmont
  • Mount Vernon
  • Balmoral
  • New Lodge
  • Springfield
  • Greencastle
  • Sydenham
  • Highfield
  • Mount Eagles
  • Lagmore
  • Fortwilliam
  • Lowwood
  • Tullycarnet
  • Braniel
  • Orangefield
  • Castlereagh
  • Cregagh
  • Willowfield
  • Ballyhackamore
  • Skegoniell
  • Donegall Pass
  • Markets
  • Ballynafeigh
  • Taughmonagh
  • Ballymacarret
  • Queen's Quarter
  • Carrick Hill
  • Upper Falls
  • The Holyland
  • Ligoniel
  • Clarawood
  • Knocknagoney
  • Hannahstown
  • Shankill
  • Andersonstown
  • Poleglass
  • Kilwee
  • Lower Falls
  • Clonard
  • Ballymurphy
  • Turf Lodge
  • Glencairn
  • Woodvale
  • Ardoyne
  • Lenadoon
  • Short Strand
  • Duncairn
  • Oldpark
  • Ballysillan
  • Sandy Row
  • Twinbrook
  • Tiger's Bay
  • Queen's Island
  • Gilnahirk
  • Crossnacreevy
  • Co. Antrim
  • Lisburn
  • Downpatrick
  • Comber
  • Chapeltown
  • Carryduff
  • Ballynahinch
  • Saintfield
  • Ballygowan
  • Castlewellan
  • Crossgar
  • Annahilt
  • Killinchy
  • Drumaness
  • Ardglass
  • Dundrum
  • Moneyreagh
  • Annsborough
  • Ballyward
  • The Spa
  • Mazetown
  • Killough
  • Seaforde
  • Drumbo
  • Raffrey
  • Strangford
  • Clough
  • Loughinisland
  • Drumbeg
  • Stoneyford
  • The Temple
  • Saul
  • Ballyskeagh
  • Maghera
  • Newcastle
  • Killyleagh
  • Kilmore
  • Milltown
  • Lambeg
  • Hilden
  • Tonagh
  • Knockmore
  • Magheralave
  • Ballymacash
  • Upper Malone
  • Four Winds
  • Stranmillis
  • Newtownbreda
  • Knockbreda
  • Dunmurry
  • Derriaghy
  • Finaghy
  • Broomhedge
  • Edenderry
  • Purdysburn
  • Ballylesson
  • Darragh Cross
  • Lisbane
  • Clonvaraghan
  • Balloo
  • Lower Ballinderry
  • Upper Ballinderry
  • Leitrim
  • Bailliesmill
  • Minerstown
  • Whiterock
  • Hillhall
  • Burrenbridge
  • Marshallstown
  • Ballynoe
  • Royal Hillsborough
  • Drumaroad
  • Bryansford
  • Ballyaughlis
  • Tullynacross
  • Derryboye
  • Dechomet
  • Drumlough
  • Closkelt
  • Kilkinamurry
  • Curraghglass
  • Ballygaltagh
  • Ferguson's Cross
  • Magheraconluce
  • Legacurry
  • Ballystokes
  • Ballysugah
  • Roneystown
  • Scollogstown
  • Ballycarn
  • Knockbracken
  • Ballycruttle
  • Raholp
  • Down

Trusted, Personalised Home Care in Belfast

Companionship Care is ideal for those in Belfast who want to stay independent while enjoying social connection and support. Loneliness and isolation can impact well-being, especially for those living with dementia or mobility challenges. Our RQIA-inspected team provides personalised, relationship-led care, ensuring clients feel valued and engaged. With years of experience, we adapt to evolving needs—whether it’s a friendly chat, help with daily tasks, or local outings. As a trusted provider in Belfast, we focus on companionship that enhances quality of life, offering reassurance to both clients and their families.

A carer assists an older woman as she carefully descends a staircase, holding her hand for support. - Home Instead

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  • Homecare Association
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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 Care Starts With Connection

At Home Instead, we understand the challenges families face when seeking comprehensive care for their loved ones. Our tailored companionship care plans address various needs, including medication management, personal care, mobility support, and housekeeping. For instance, our Care Professionals can accompany clients to health appointments at local clinics, such as the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust on Lisburn Road. We also assist with daily activities, like visits to Boots Opticians on Donegall Place. By incorporating familiar routines and local destinations, we enable clients to maintain independence and stay connected to their community.

A carer in green assists an elderly woman lying in bed against a brick wall. - Home Instead

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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Older man and woman smiling and talking at a table, family photos hang on the wall behind them. - Home Instead

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

A man cuts tomatoes on a board while a woman watches in a kitchen with white tiles. - Home Instead

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

An elderly woman and a younger woman sit at a wooden table, talking under a wicker lampshade. - Home Instead

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

Elisie, Client

Our Belfast Team is With You Through Every Step

At Home Instead in Belfast, our compassionate team is dedicated to delivering exceptional companionship care. Our Care Professionals undergo specialist training in dementia care, mobility support, and person-centred care. Their passion comes from making a real difference, helping clients stay independent, engaged, and connected to their community. Whether it's a friendly chat, a trip to St George's Market, or support with daily tasks, our team is committed to enriching lives. That same commitment reaches into how we support the wider Belfast community. We actively engage through various initiatives, such as dementia awareness talks and local events, to support individuals and families affected by dementia. We also collaborate with organisations like Dementia NI, which offers Empowerment Groups providing peer support and social engagement for those living with dementia. Additionally, the Alzheimer's Society in Northern Ireland provides personalised information and advice through their Dementia Support Line. These resources, along with our dedicated services, ensure comprehensive support for our clients in Belfast.

Woman in a green shirt brushing an older person's grey hair in a bright, sunlit kitchen. - Home Instead

Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
  • A round badge reads “Top 20 Home Care Group Award 2026, homecare.co.uk” in blue and white. - Home Instead
  • PRTA 2025 Logo - Home Instead
  • Green graphic stating "95% of clients recommend" with a note about a 2025 PEAQ satisfaction survey. - Home Instead
  • HCA Home Care Awards Winner 2025 logo with green, blue, and gray text and wavy lines. - Home Instead
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We deliver tailored home care to the Belfast 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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Our dementia care in Belfast 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.

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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 Belfast could be an excellent alternative to a care home.

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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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