Companionship Care in High Barnet

Throughout the Borough of Barnet, Muswell Hill and Highgate, our companionship care brings joy back into daily life. It’s wonderful to see how a client’s eyes light up when they rediscover old interests or find new ones - something families tell us has helped their loved ones get their spark back. Our Care Professionals take time to understand what brings each person joy, whether that’s morning coffee at a local café, tending to a much loved garden, or sharing stories over a slice of cake. With our one-hour minimum visits, there’s never any rush, allowing natural bonds to develop - something that shows in our outstanding 9.4/10 review score from families on homecare.co.uk.

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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?

Companionship that's tailored to you

Strong bonds build successful companionships, so we match our Care Professionals based on more than just skills, considering their personality and interests to help create a genuine connection from day one.

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.

Compatible company at home

No pressure. No forced friendships. We'll guide you through every step of the setup process at your pace, with transparent pricing from day one,

Flexible, adaptive and personalised support

Whether it's a few hours of company a week, or live-in companionship to manage loneliness, we can fit comfortably into your life in whatever way works best for you.

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Home Care in High Barnet

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

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  • Edgware
  • Colindale
  • Muswell Hill
  • Finchley
  • Golders Green
  • Chipping Barnet
  • New Barnet
  • East Finchley
  • East Barnet
  • Mill Hill
  • West Hendon
  • Friern Barnet
  • North Finchley
  • Whetstone
  • Hornsey
  • New Southgate
  • Brent Cross
  • Hampstead Garden Suburb
  • Woodside Park
  • Hendon
  • Cockfosters
  • West Finchley
  • Totteridge
  • Brunswick Park
  • Hadley Wood
  • Arkley
  • Church End
  • Hadley
  • Colney Hatch
  • Temple Fortune
  • Fallow Corner
  • North Cricklewood
  • Hendon Central
  • Barnet Gate
  • Rowley Green
  • Barnet
  • Greater London

To us it's personal

Our approach to companionship care is unique – our Care Professionals don’t wear uniforms, making trips to shops and cafes in High Barnet, Finchley, Golders Green or to a local garden centre feel like outings with a friend rather than formal care visits. Each Care Professional is carefully chosen for their warm personalities and interesting life experiences, then fully trained and employed by us with thorough background checks. Many have been with us for years and love what they do – we know happy and valued Care Professionals make the biggest difference in our clients’ lives.

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Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
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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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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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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

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

Elisie, Client

Choosing Home Instead High Barnet for personalised home care

The genuine impact of companionship shines through in our clients’ experiences. As recently shared on homecare.co.uk, one client’s son noted: “Home Instead provided my mum with first rate, kind and competent carers who would always go the extra mile to look after her and cater for her needs. The carers very quickly became our friends and put their heart and soul into looking after my mum – it was obviously their pleasure to do so and was not ‘just a job’.” These kind words reflect how our team goes above and beyond to care for our clients.

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Our Community Partners

  • Alzheimer
  • Parkinsons
  • Homecare Association
  • British Franchise Association
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Our High Barnet Team is With You Through Every Step

Since 2010, we've learned that great companionship care starts with careful matching and thorough training. Our office team works closely with each client to understand interests and personalities, helping create natural, lasting bonds between clients and Care Professionals. Every team member completes comprehensive training that goes beyond practical skills to include recognising subtle changes in wellbeing. Regular reviews and open communication ensure care adapts seamlessly as needs change. That same careful matching shapes how we bring people together in the wider community too. Life is better when shared with the companionship of others, which is why we organise regular tea parties where our clients can meet and chat, and support events like the dementia-friendly screenings at Everyman Cinema Barnet. Our Care Professionals absolutely love taking clients on outings. These moments of connection, combined with our support of community initiatives through Age UK Barnet, help people stay actively involved in local life.

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We deliver tailored home care to the High Barnet 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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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 High Barnet could be an excellent alternative to a care home.

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Discover personalised, flexible personal care for older adults in High Barnet, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in High Barnet, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in High Barnet, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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We also provide for: arthritis & mobility care, cancer care, catheter care, elderly day care, nail care, overnight care, Parkinson's care, personal care and stoma care.

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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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