Home care in Durham

For many older residents living in Durham, home is where they feel most comfortable and secure. That's why, at Home Instead, we provide expert home care in Durham and the surrounding area, delivered by qualified and compassionate Care Professionals. From companionship and personal care to household help and respite for family carers, we design a personalised plan that helps you stay independent in the place you love.

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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 care that starts with listening

Your situation is unique - your care should be too. We match our Care Professionals with our clients based on skills, interests and personality, so care is always 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.

Fully flexible, unhurried support

Whether it's a few hours of companionship, more intensive specialist care, or round-the-clock help, we work to your schedule - not the other way around.

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Home Care in Durham

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

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  • Washington
  • Chester-le-Street
  • Hetton-le-Hole
  • Houghton-le-Spring
  • Daisy Hill
  • Fence Houses
  • Portobello
  • Sacriston
  • Pelton
  • Barley Mow
  • Belmont
  • Great Lumley
  • Sunniside
  • Framwellgate Moor
  • Oxclose
  • New Herrington
  • Witton Gilbert
  • West Rainton
  • Neville's Cross
  • Newbottle
  • Bournmoor
  • Waldridge
  • Pity Me
  • Carrville
  • Brasside
  • West Herrington
  • East Rainton
  • Nettlesworth
  • Crossgate Moor
  • High Shincliffe
  • Grange Villa
  • Edmondsley
  • Ouston
  • Newfield
  • High Handenhold
  • Shincliffe
  • Chester Moor
  • Holmside
  • Pelton Fell
  • Newton Hall
  • Plawsworth
  • Sherburn House
  • Vigo
  • North Side
  • Old Cassop
  • Houghall
  • Castle Dene
  • Mount Pleasant
  • Plawsworth Gate
  • New Town
  • Birtley
  • Burnside
  • Waldridge Park
  • Pelton Lane Ends
  • Grasswell
  • Houghtonside
  • Elvet
  • Claypath
  • Coptleigh
  • Gilesgate
  • Aykley Heads
  • Dairy Lane Estate
  • High Dubmire
  • Woodstone Village
  • Chilton Moor
  • Kimblesworth
  • Perkinsville
  • Urpeth
  • Whitwell Grange
  • Lumley Thicks
  • Lambton
  • New Penshaw
  • Leamside
  • Byers Garth
  • Blackhouse
  • Old Durham
  • Warden Law
  • Co. Durham

To us it's personal

We put you at the centre of everything we do. From the first conversation, we take time to understand your needs, preferences, and what makes life enjoyable. Together, we create a bespoke care plan that reflects you. Then we match you with a Care Professional who shares your interests and hobbies, turning a practical visit into genuine companionship. All our visits last a minimum of one hour, so there's never a sense of rush. We help with practical tasks like shopping, laundry and feeding pets, or with personal support – like washing and grooming – if needed. We also love supporting you to stay connected to your community, whether it's taking in a show at the Gala Theatre, enjoying a stroll along the River Wear or attending a local club. Flexibility is key; we can pop in for a few hours a week, provide overnight support, or arrange live-in care. Our aim is to help you live exactly as you choose, with confidence and independence in your own home.

A nurse checks a man's blood pressure as they sit on a red sofa against a brick wall. - Home Instead

Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
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  • Green graphic stating "95% of clients recommend" with a note about a 2025 PEAQ satisfaction survey. - Home Instead
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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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A nurse checks a man's blood pressure as they sit on a red sofa against a brick wall. - 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

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

Smiling woman trims an older man's hair indoors, with a framed picture on the wall behind them. - Home Instead

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

Elisie, Client

Choosing Home Instead Durham for personalised home care

The best home care feels like a natural part of your day, not an intrusion. That's why we ensure you see the same familiar face each time. This consistency builds trust, and over time, your Care Professional becomes a genuine companion who knows your daily routines, your preferences and the little things that make you feel at home. And since our Care Professionals don't wear uniforms, they feel more like a visiting friend than someone providing a formal service. We take time to understand what matters to you by moving at your pace. Our approach is about building a genuine relationship that transforms care from a service into something more personal. Our assistance is more than just a service – it respects your independence and lifestyle choices. With Home Instead, you can relax knowing your home is a secure, comfortable place where you remain in control.

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

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Our Durham Team is With You Through Every Step

Home care isn't just about the person who visits – it's about the whole team behind them. If you're considering a care agency in Durham for a loved one, you can have peace of mind knowing that we are a higher-quality alternative. We take full responsibility for employing, training, and supervising our Care Professionals. This means you never have to worry about payroll, recruitment, or back-up cover. Our local office team is on hand to answer your questions, solve any issues quickly, and adapt schedules as needed. We keep families informed with regular updates and care plan reviews, and we're always just a phone call away. Regulated by the CQC, we consistently meet rigorous standards of quality and safety. With Home Instead, you can rest assured in knowing that your loved one is supported by a responsive, reliable, and professional local service.

A nurse checks a man's blood pressure as they sit on a red sofa against a brick wall. - Home Instead

We deliver tailored home care to the Durham 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 home help services in Durham provide compassionate assistance with daily tasks, ensuring comfort and independence for your loved ones.

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Our dementia care in Durham 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 Durham could be an excellent alternative to a care home.

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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 Durham, so you can spend more meaningful moments together while we carefully manage their pain and comfort.

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Taking a break from caring can feel impossible if your loved one is lonely or has challenging health conditions, but our respite care in Durham 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.

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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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