Dementia Care in Kensington

Staying at home means someone living with dementia can keep their surroundings, their sounds, and a routine that still feels like their own. Our dementia care in Kensington supports people across South Kensington, Holland Park, and Earl’s Court to keep daily life running smoothly with the right support when it’s needed. We match each client with Care Professionals chosen for personality and character, so support feels natural from the start.

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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 dementia care that starts with listening

Your situation is unique – your care should be too. We match our Care Professionals based on their dementia training, 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.

City & Guilds Assured dementia training

Our programme was created exclusively for Home Instead, and developed alongside key dementia specialists. We focus on caring not just for the condition, but for the person behind it.

Compassionate support for complex behaviours

We work to understand your loved one's world so we can join them in it - this helps us keep them safe and calm, provide stimulating activities, and effectively soothe challenging and complex behaviours.

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Home Care in Kensington

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

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  • Chelsea
  • Notting Hill
  • Bayswater
  • Maida Hill
  • South Kensington
  • Belgravia
  • Paddington
  • World's End
  • Brompton
  • Knightsbridge
  • Earl's Court
  • Sands End
  • Fulham Broadway
  • Holland Park
  • Ladbroke Grove
  • London
  • Greater London

To us it's personal

A predictable daily routine can bring real comfort for someone living with dementia. Our Care Professionals support each part of the morning or evening in the order a person prefers, whether that’s getting dressed first or enjoying breakfast in a familiar way. Medication prompts are given at consistent times, calmly and without fuss, helping to give both clients and families peace of mind. We’re CQC regulated, and every Care Professional completes specialist dementia training before they begin supporting clients. This includes a practical focus on the home environment, where small adjustments such as rearranging spaces and keeping everyday items easy to find can make movement around the home clearer and more manageable, helping someone maintain independence in familiar surroundings. For clients in the Kensington area, a gentle walk through the park or a quiet coffee nearby can be a comforting part of the week. A Care Professional who knows the area and understands each person’s pace helps keep these moments relaxed and enjoyable.

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Award-winning service you can trust

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

Smiling woman in green helps an elderly person with gardening, holding a green plant pot outdoors. - 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

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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 Kensington for personalised home care

New faces can feel unsettling for someone living with dementia, which is why seeing the same Care Professional regularly makes such a difference. They recognise the person at the door, and the visit begins in a calm, familiar way. Over time, our Care Professionals learn how each client communicates best, whether that’s short, clear sentences, gentle prompts, or simply sitting quietly together during moments of confusion. This understanding means they are also more aware of small changes in mood, appetite, or behaviour, and can respond early with patience and clarity when confusion, repetition, or distress arises. A client near Earl’s Court might enjoy looking through old photographs, while someone in South Kensington may prefer listening to music they have loved for decades. Because our Care Professionals take the time to get to know each person properly, these familiar interests become a natural part of everyday support, bringing comfort and connection.

Two women smiling and playing an electric keyboard together in a cosy room with wooden walls. - Home Instead

Our Community Partners

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Our Kensington Team is With You Through Every Step

As a provider of dementia care in Kensington, we stay in close contact with families throughout, so you're never left guessing about how your relative is doing or what comes next. We work alongside families from the very beginning. Before care starts, we spend time learning about your relative's preferences, their history, and what's important to your family. All of that feeds directly into how we plan their support. After each visit, we keep you informed with regular updates so you know how things are going. If something has changed or there's anything worth noting, we'll let you know directly. Care plans are reviewed regularly, and we adjust the level and type of support as your relative's needs shift. You don't need to wait for a scheduled review to raise something; our team is available between visits, too, so just get in touch.

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We deliver tailored home care to the Kensington 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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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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