We provide personalised palliative and end-of-life care across Canterbury, Faversham, Herne Bay, and Whitstable, supporting people to spend precious time in the comfort of their own home. Our approach combines professional expertise with deep understanding of what matters most during this sensitive period – whether that’s managing symptoms, maintaining dignity, or respecting cultural and spiritual wishes. As a CQC-regulated provider we ensure every aspect of care is delivered with both compassion and excellence, supporting not just the person receiving care, but their whole family.
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.
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.
We provide award winning care in Grays , Canterbury , Herne Bay , Whitstable , Faversham and the surrounding areas
We provide award winning care in Dover, Deal, Walmer, Aylesham, Sandwich and the surrounding areas
For many families, our support evolves naturally from providing care for a long-term condition, while others come to us specifically for end-of-life care. Either way, we start with a careful assessment at home, understanding the full picture of support needed – from symptom management and personal care to emotional and spiritual comfort. Our hour-long visits give Care Professionals time to provide care at a gentle pace, responding sensitively to changing needs. Whether you need a few hours of support or overnight care, we tailor our service around what helps most. As one family shared: “Home Instead went above and beyond to ensure that not only our grandmother’s needs were met, but that our family were ok too. They provided us with kindness and reassurance at all times.”
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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The quality of relationships makes all the difference at this sensitive time. Our commitment to sending the same small team of familiar Care Professionals helps build trust and understanding. A client’s daughter recently told us: “They really pulled out all the stops and provided a high level of care and support.” From experience, we know how important consistency is – knowing that someone who understands your loved one’s needs and preferences will be there when needed brings invaluable peace of mind.
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
We maintain exceptionally high standards of palliative care training and support. Each team member completes specialist end-of-life care modules alongside their City & Guilds accredited dementia and Parkinson’s training in areas like symptom management, mobility support, and personal care. Director Henry Iwunze’s healthcare background contributes to our approach – from the way we handle medications to how we coordinate with other healthcare professionals. Creating seamless support means working closely with other healthcare professionals. We maintain strong relationships with district nurses, GPs, and palliative care teams across Canterbury, ensuring care is coordinated and responsive. Our ‘Key to Care’ events often focus on supporting families through this journey, while our connections with local faith communities and cultural groups help us ensure care respects every aspect of a person’s identity. Through the Bring Joy Foundation, we support initiatives that enhance wellbeing even during difficult times.
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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