Taking care of someone you love can fill your heart while testing your energy – that’s why our respite care is here to support you both. Serving Folkestone, Ashford, Hythe, New Romney, and surrounding areas, we offer the trusted helping hand that allows family carers to recharge while their loved ones continue thriving at home. As a CQC-regulated provider rated 9.7/10 on homecare.co.uk, we provide flexible support that works for you, whether it’s temporary breaks, regular help, or specialised care during hospital recovery. Our experienced Care Professionals maintain those cherished daily routines while bringing expertise and companionship to each day.
Personalised care that starts with listening
Long-term caregiving can lead to health and mental health issues, so we help you avoid burnout by providing a dedicated Care Professional based on their skills, interests and personality.
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, personalised support whenever you need it
Whether it's an emergency, regular visits, or a one-off arrangement, we can step in to relieve regular caregivers and provide bespoke, in-home respite care that's tailored to your needs and schedule.
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The team here at Home Instead Folkestone, Hythe & Ashford are proud to provide expert home care in Folkestone. Get in touch to find out how we can help you or your loved ones.
Respite care with us is fully flexible and tailored to each client’s needs. We can assist with daily routines, including personal care, medication management, meal preparation, and companionship. For clients with more complex needs, such as dementia, Parkinson’s, or mobility challenges, our Care Professionals are specifically trained in handling these conditions with sensitivity and expertise. This means family members can step back, knowing their loved one is in capable hands, and return feeling refreshed and supported.
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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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
Unlike many agencies, we ensure our respite care visits last a minimum of an hour, giving Care Professionals the time to connect with clients and provide unhurried, thoughtful support. For one family carer, this means knowing her dad is well cared for while she takes a much-needed break. As she shared: “All the Care Pros that come to see Dad are wonderful. They are also very encouraging to me as I am Dad’s main carer.”
Our Folkestone-based team coordinates every detail to ensure that respite care is of the highest standard, reliable and dependable. As a CQC-regulated provider, we manage everything from scheduling to making adjustments if needed. Families can also access our client portal, keeping them informed with real-time updates and care notes. With continuity of care as a priority, we make sure that clients see familiar faces who know their routines, so respite care feels reassuring and natural. We’re also committed to supporting the Folkestone, Hythe, and Ashford communities. Our local knowledge and valuable relationships with local organisations and healthcare resources mean that our clients benefit from well-rounded support.
We adapt our services to fit your life, delivering compassionate, consistent, and attentive care, enabling you to thrive in your home and community.
Get in touch today to see how we can help
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