Managing household tasks can become increasingly challenging as we age, but it’s often about more than just keeping the house tidy – it’s about maintaining independence and dignity at home. Throughout Canterbury, Faversham, Herne Bay, and Whitstable, our home help service combines practical support with genuine companionship, always allowing at least an hour for each visit. As a CQC-regulated provider and excellently rated by clients on homecare.co.uk, we understand that feeling comfortable and safe at home makes an incredible difference.
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 home help that starts with listening
Your situation is unique - your home help should be too. We match our Care Professionals based on skills, interests and personality, so everything is tailored to you.
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.
Flexible, unhurried support at home
Whether it's an occasional hour of tidying, or a regular deep clean to make the home safer, we manage chores so you can remain independent in the place you love.
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Home care in Canterbury
Home care in Canterbury 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.
Our support might begin with helping with a bit of housework, laundry or making a nice healthy meal together, but it often develops into something more meaningful. As one client shared: “After attending to the important tasks such as controlling medicines, ironing and light housework, they have been happy to chat with us about their and our lives, putting the world to rights.” Whether you need an hour a week or support across several days, we carefully tailor our home care services around what works best for you.
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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Our Care Starts With Connection
The difference our approach makes shows in our clients’ experiences. One family member shared on homecare.co.uk: “Mother has three hours of care a day. Her carer is very kind and understanding. She’s established a good relationship with mother and mother chats with her. The flat is also looking good under her care.” It’s this combination of maintaining a comfortable home while building genuine relationships that sets our service apart.
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
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
Our Canterbury Team is With You Through Every Step
Our carefully selected Care Professionals in our Canterbury team, we ensure every visit is carried out by someone you know and trust. As one client's son shared: "My mother feels at ease and is well looked after both with personal care and generally managing around the house."
This same trust and familiarity carries through into how well-connected we are in our local community. Through our regular "Key to Care" sessions and digital awareness workshops, we help clients stay informed about local services and support available. Our partnerships with organisations like Faversham Food Bank and involvement in community projects, from a Primary School in Wye's Christmas wishes initiative to supporting the Bring Joy Foundation's local activities, mean we understand local resources that might benefit our clients.
Our dementia care in Canterbury 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.
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 Canterbury could be an excellent alternative to a care home.
The right support is crucial when managing pain and end-of-life care. Our palliative care focuses on dignity and enables your loved one to remain in the place they feel happiest. We provide considerate palliative care in Canterbury, so you can spend more meaningful moments together while we carefully manage their pain and comfort.
Taking a break from caring can feel impossible if your loved one is lonely or has challenging health conditions, but our respite care in Canterbury is designed to step in with dependable care at any time. Whether you're recharging your batteries or managing other commitments, our Care Professionals can provide reliable support, so you can take time to yourself without disrupting routines.
Discover personalised, flexible personal care for older adults in Canterbury, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.
Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Canterbury, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.
Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Canterbury, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.