Home care in Londonderry

In Londonderry and the surrounding Smethwick area, many older adults choose to live independently at home. Our local team provides high-quality home care in Londonderry, offering companionship, light housekeeping, personal care, and respite support. Our fully trained Care Professionals are here to help you maintain your lifestyle with the right level of assistance. We put your needs first, making it possible to live well in your own familiar space.

Woman and older man talk and smile in a bright kitchen, with baking items on the worktop. - Home Instead
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 with our clients 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.

Fully flexible, unhurried support

Whether it's a few hours of companionship, more intensive specialist care, or round-the-clock help, we work to your schedule - not the other way around.

Your Local Office

Home Care in Londonderry

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

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  • Derry/Londonderry
  • Omagh
  • Enniskillen
  • Strabane
  • Rosemount
  • Castlederg
  • Lisnaskea
  • Eglinton
  • Kinawley
  • Irvinestown
  • Ballinamallard
  • Fivemiletown
  • Sion Mills
  • Culmore
  • Fintona
  • Strathfoyle
  • Lisbellaw
  • Newtownbutler
  • Newtownstewart
  • Kesh
  • Greysteel
  • Derrygonnelly
  • Tempo
  • Killen
  • Artigarvan
  • Drumquin
  • Bellanaleck
  • Belleek
  • Maguiresbridge
  • Creggan
  • Clogher
  • Trillick
  • Brookeborough
  • Seskinore
  • Ederney
  • Victoria Bridge
  • Belcoo
  • Magheramason
  • Tamlaght
  • Donagh
  • Garrison
  • Springfield
  • Ballymagorry
  • Clady
  • Lack
  • Hazelbank
  • Newbuildings
  • Bogside
  • Waterside
  • Church Hill
  • Dromore
  • Ardnabrocky
  • Brandywell
  • Ballymagroarty
  • Shantallow
  • Pennyburn
  • Altnagelvin
  • Lisnagelvin
  • Kilfennan
  • Steelstown
  • Foyle Springs
  • Galliagh
  • Prehen
  • Drumahoe
  • Clooney
  • Currynierin
  • Tullyally
  • Lisneal
  • Caw
  • Bready
  • Teemore
  • Magheraveely
  • Erganagh
  • Kilskeery
  • Lisnarrick
  • Arney
  • Roslea / Rosslea
  • Derrylin
  • Letterbreen
  • Killeter
  • Clabby
  • Ardstraw
  • Donemana
  • Garvary
  • Tievemore
  • Letterkern
  • Douglas Bridge
  • Monea
  • Tullyhommon
  • Liscloon
  • Garvetagh.

To us it's personal

For many in Smethwick, staying independent means continuing to enjoy the local parks, community groups, and the simple pleasures of daily life. Our care is tailored to you: your preferences, your routine, and what brings you joy. We start by getting to know you, then match you with a Care Professional who shares your interests, whether it's reading, music, or simply having a good conversation. That way, every visit feels like a friend dropping in. Our Care Professionals are here to support you with everyday tasks, from tidying up and laundry to assistance with shopping, medication, and getting out for appointments or social activities. These supports free up your energy so you can do more of what you love. Your care plan is flexible, reviewed regularly, and can adapt as your needs change, whether you need occasional help or full-time support. From a walk in Lightwoods Park to enjoying the Galton Valley Canal Museum, at Home Instead, we'll help you stay connected to the local places and people you value.

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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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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!

Janet, Client's Family

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

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

Woman in a green shirt brushing an older person's grey hair in a bright, sunlit kitchen. - Home Instead

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

Elisie, Client

Choosing Home Instead Londonderry for personalised home care

Great home care should never feel rushed. That's why we guarantee every visit lasts at least one hour. This gives your Care Professional enough time to support you at your own pace, whether that's helping with meal prepping, sharing a conversation over lunch, or simply being there to listen. It also allows you both to build a comfortable rapport over time. We believe that familiarity builds trust. That's why we assign the same Care Professional whenever possible, so you always see a friendly, familiar face. As they get to know you, they start to anticipate your needs and preferences, making life easier and more relaxed. This relationship-centred approach turns care into a positive part of your day, something to look forward to rather than endure. We at Home Instead believe that care works best when it is built on authentic human connection.

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

Our Community Partners

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

For families seeking a reliable care agency in Londonderry, Smethwick, Home Instead offers a fully managed service with dedicated local support. Our experienced office team handles everything from arranging your initial care package to adapting it as needs change. We also create comprehensive personalised care plans that are regularly reviewed and updated, ensuring support always aligns with your specific preferences and evolving health requirements. As a Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulated agency, we adhere to the highest standards of safety and quality. We keep family members fully informed through regular updates and open communication, giving you complete peace of mind about your loved one's wellbeing. With Home Instead's dedicated team managing all administrative details, including care schedules and ongoing staff training, you can rest assured that your loved one is in capable, compassionate hands every step of the way.

Smiling woman trims an older man's hair indoors, with a framed picture on the wall behind them. - Home Instead

We deliver tailored home care to the Londonderry 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.

Get in touch today to see how we can help

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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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