Live-In Care in Lewisham

Our local team provides live-in care in Lewisham to support your independence and help with the parts of daily life you find a little more challenging. You carry on living in the place you know, with the support of one of our experienced Care Professionals living with you in the home and someone to share the day with. Our local team arranges everything and stays involved from the first conversation.

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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 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.

1-2-1 support and personal attention

We offer trusted, round-the-clock help from a dedicated Care Professional who manages home tasks, provides personalised care, and keeps loneliness at bay - we're here to make your life easier.

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Home care in Lewisham

Home care in Lewisham 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.

  • Woolwich
  • Greenwich
  • Eltham
  • Thamesmead
  • Abbey Wood
  • Welling
  • Bexleyheath
  • Kidbrooke
  • Blackfen
  • East Wickham
  • Falconwood
  • Shooters Hill
  • Avery Hill
  • Charlton
  • Blackheath
  • Plumstead
  • Lee
  • Middle Park
  • Well Hall
  • Greenwich Peninsula
  • East Greenwich
  • Charlton Riverside
  • Lamorbey
  • Kent
  • Peckham
  • Camberwell
  • Catford
  • Bermondsey
  • Rotherhithe
  • Mottingham
  • New Cross Gate
  • Hither Green
  • New Eltham
  • Grove Park
  • Kennington
  • Nunhead
  • Horn Park
  • Ladywell
  • Brockley
  • Walworth
  • Southend
  • Coldharbour
  • Deptford
  • New Cross
  • Chinbrook
  • Old Kent Road
  • Catford South
  • Elephant and Castle
  • London
  • Greater London
  • Addiscombe
  • South Norwood
  • New Addington
  • Penge
  • Purley
  • Anerley
  • Honor Oak
  • East Dulwich
  • Selsdon
  • Perry Vale
  • Beddington
  • Selhurst
  • Sanderstead
  • Forestdale
  • Hamsey Green
  • Addington
  • Forest Hill
  • Shirley
  • Sydenham
  • Croydon
  • Waddon
  • Broad Green
  • Crystal Palace
  • Wood Side
  • Monks Orchard
  • Beddington Corner
  • Surrey

Trusted, Personalised Home Care in Lewisham

We look after every client the way we would want someone in our own family to be looked after, tailoring the help to what each person needs. That often includes help getting up and dressed in the morning, preparing meals you will enjoy and some light housekeeping, along with reminders to take medication at the right times. Being part of everyday life close to home matters as much as help indoors. Many of our Care Professionals drive, so we can support you to keep up your independence and routine, whether that is a stroll through Ladywell Fields by the river or a trip to the market on the high street during the week. We care for many people living with dementia, for whom staying in a home they know, with the same routine and a familiar face each day, makes life feel more settled and easier to manage.

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Our Community Partners

  • Alzheimer
  • Parkinsons
  • Homecare Association
  • British Franchise Association
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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 Care Starts With Connection

Every person we look after has varying levels of needs and so we tailor our support for each of them. A Care Professional lives with you and can help with personal care, medication, meals, mobility, household tasks and companionship, depending on your circumstances. They usually provide support during the day and sleep in a private room in the home, so someone is nearby overnight if unexpected help is needed. Before care begins, our local team can visit you at home to understand your needs, routines and preferences. We then match you with one of our Care Professional whose experience and personality are well suited to you. If care is required over a longer period, our team manages the rota, handovers and any cover needed.

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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 woman in a green hoodie smiles whilst talking to an elderly man sitting on a sofa with a walking stick. - 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

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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

Our Lewisham Team is With You Through Every Step

Because our team lives and works locally, we know the GP surgeries, pharmacies and district nurses in the area, and can connect you with the right local services when needed. Every Care Professional is directly employed by us and DBS checked, and we train and look after them throughout, which is a genuine comfort for families who live further away and cannot always be there in person. We are also regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission, so the standard of our care is checked independently, and families can be confident in it. Close communication sits at the centre of how we work, especially with the wider family. We take the time to learn how you like things done at home, and we keep relatives as involved and informed as they would like to be, so everyone feels confident that the care is consistent and close at hand.

Smiling elderly woman holds a grey jumper on a hanger, showing it to another person indoors. - Home Instead

Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
  • A round badge reads “Top 20 Home Care Group Award 2026, homecare.co.uk” in blue and white. - Home Instead
  • PRTA 2025 Logo - Home Instead
  • Green graphic stating "95% of clients recommend" with a note about a 2025 PEAQ satisfaction survey. - Home Instead
  • HCA Home Care Awards Winner 2025 logo with green, blue, and gray text and wavy lines. - Home Instead
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We deliver tailored home care to the Lewisham 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 Lewisham provide compassionate assistance with daily tasks, ensuring comfort and independence for your loved ones.

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Our dementia care in Lewisham 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 Lewisham 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 Lewisham, 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 Lewisham 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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Discover personalised, flexible personal care for older adults in Lewisham, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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

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

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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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