Personal care is one of the most intimate kinds of support we provide at Home Instead in Lewisham, and we understand the sensitivity this requires. Whether it's help with morning routines, bathing, or choosing what to wear, our approach centres on preserving dignity and independence. Our one-hour minimum visits ensure our Care Professionals never need to rush these important moments. With the same high standards that earned our sister office an 'Outstanding' CQC rating, we take time to understand exactly how your loved one likes things done.
Personal care that supports independence at home
As personal care becomes more challenging, our support can help your loved one stay in their own home for longer. We match Care Professionals based on skills and personality, so help with things like bathing and dressing feels safe and comfortable.
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 feel confident that they will provide respectful, professional and discreet personal care.
Help with complex personal care needs
No matter how clinical their personal care needs are, our Care Professionals provide support to make your loved one feel comfortable at home - from catheter care to stoma management, we can ensure excellent personal hygiene every day.
Sensitive, comfort-focused support
We understand it can be uncomfortable having a stranger manage your personal care, so we make visits feel warm and friendly, while remaining mindful of your loved one's emotions - everything we do focuses on protecting their dignity and wellbeing.
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.
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Building trust begins with consistency – seeing the same Care Professional for each visit means clients feel more comfortable and relaxed. Our Care Professionals learn the little details that matter to their clients: their morning routine, how they like to shave, whether they enjoy their hair styled a certain way. These seemingly small preferences make a significant difference to someone's comfort and confidence in their own home. We work at your loved one's pace, encouraging independence where possible while providing gentle support when needed.
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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The difference our approach makes is captured in our homecare.co.uk reviews. One client shared: "I am very pleased with the service given by Home Instead. I am treated kindly and with dignity and everything is done to my liking." A family member noted: "Most importantly the individual caregivers have been incredibly compassionate, capable, understanding and reliable. Mum has had the same care covers consistently for most of the time."
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
We provide extensive training in personal care techniques, dignity, and discretion. Each Care Professional completes comprehensive hands-on training before supporting clients, including specialist modules in areas like safe moving and handling, and we ensure our training exceeds industry standards, giving families complete peace of mind. In addition to our community initiatives, like the Virtual Dementia Tour, we've built strong relationships with local healthcare providers. Working closely with GPs, district nurses, and pharmacists across Lewisham and Southwark ensures seamless support for our clients, and through Skills & Care Greenwich and other local partnerships, we stay updated on best practices in personal care.
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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