When someone you love needs palliative care in Gloucestershire, staying at home can make all the difference. Home Instead supports families across the county, including Cheltenham, Gloucester, Stroud, Cirencester and the surrounding area. Our Care Professionals provide thoughtful, unhurried assistance that follows each person's wishes and daily patterns. We focus on preserving wellbeing and dignity, helping families navigate this sensitive time with greater reassurance.
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, 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.
Loading map...
Home care in Gloucestershire
Home care in Gloucestershire 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.
Trusted, Personalised Home Care in Gloucestershire
Everyone has their own way of feeling at ease at home, and this shapes how we provide palliative care in Gloucestershire. Some people value having someone nearby as they get ready for the day, while others welcome support with meals they enjoy or help keeping their living space organised. Cultural practices and long-established routines often play a part in what feels appropriate, and we take time to learn these details so care fits respectfully into everyday life.
Our Care Professionals assist with washing, dressing, safe movement, continence needs and preparing light meals. They also help keep essential items close at hand and create an environment that feels practical and comfortable. As needs shift, we adjust our approach thoughtfully so support remains suited to the moment rather than following a fixed pattern.
Families appreciate having someone who can offer clear guidance and straightforward communication. With experienced, well-trained Care Professionals and a CQC-regulated service, we aim to reduce uncertainty and help families feel 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
Loading form...
By submitting this form, you consent to Home Instead Gloucestershire contacting you about our care services. Your data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We will never share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Our Care Starts With Connection
Home can offer reassurance during palliative care, and we focus on ensuring familiar spaces work well for the person receiving support. This may involve placing a chair where they can enjoy a preferred view of the Cotswolds, organising belongings so they are easy to reach or making the room suitable for rest. These practical adjustments help maintain a home environment that works smoothly from day to day.
Care Professionals receive specialist training in communication, physical comfort techniques and recognising when care should be adapted. They learn how each person likes to be assisted, so support fits naturally into the rhythms of the home.
We work closely with district nurses, GPs and hospice teams across Gloucestershire to maintain shared understanding and continuity when needed. By offering help with everyday tasks, we enable families to spend their time on what matters most to them.
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 Gloucestershire Team is With You Through Every Step
Palliative care affects the whole family, and many relatives value spending time together without feeling rushed. This might involve keeping familiar routines going, sharing stories or simply being present with a loved one.
Our Care Professionals take on day-to-day responsibilities, prepare meals that bring comfort and keep the home organised so families can focus on each other. We maintain clear communication with local healthcare professionals, providing updates and guidance as circumstances develop.
Respect for personal wishes and cultural traditions guides every part of our work. Whether someone prefers their room arranged in a particular way or holds practices that offer meaning, we honour these choices with care. Through consistent, attentive support, we help families feel accompanied and confident that professional help is available whenever required.
Our dementia care in Gloucestershire 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 Gloucestershire 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 Gloucestershire, 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 Gloucestershire 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.