Home Care in New Cross

Home care in New Cross and the wider London area helps older people to live independently in the comfort of their own homes. Our local team of trained Care Professionals provides compassionate support, covering everything from companionship and personal care to practical help around the home. At Home Instead, we operate throughout New Cross, with flexible, person-centred care plans adapted to your needs and preferences.

Older woman on a Zimmer frame smiles and talks with a young woman outside by green bushes on a pavement. - 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.

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Home Care in New Cross

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

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To us it's personal

We design our home care to help you stay engaged with your favourite local places and pastimes. Our first step is a thoughtful conversation about your daily routines, interests, and preferences. We then match you with a Care Professional who shares your outlook and enjoys similar activities, so each visit feels like spending time with a friend. They can accompany you to local classes, help with crossword puzzles, assist in the garden, or share a chat over coffee. Whether you enjoy visiting shops, gentle chair yoga at Time & Talents, or exploring the scenic trails of Telegraph Hill Park, your Care Professional will support you. We also assist with light housekeeping, shopping and cooking, medication reminders, watering plants, and accompanying you to appointments. Your care plan is tailored specifically to you and evolves as your needs change, ensuring you receive exactly the right support to live well at home. This personalised approach means you can maintain independence whilst having reassurance that help is available.

A woman in a green jacket kneels by a bed, helping someone put on socks. - 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
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  • 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!

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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 jacket kneels by a bed, helping someone put on socks. - 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 nurse checks a man's blood pressure as they sit on a red sofa against a brick wall. - 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

A carer in green assists an elderly woman lying in bed against a brick wall. - Home Instead

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

Elisie, Client

Choosing Home Instead New Cross for personalised home care

The manner in which care is delivered matters just as much as the care itself. That is why we ensure every visit lasts a minimum of one hour. Rushed calls are not enough to provide the attention, dignity and respect each person deserves. With longer visits, your Care Professional has time to assist with personal tasks and build a genuine connection with you. Equally important is continuity. We aim to ensure you see the same Care Professional consistently, developing a relationship of trust. They get to know your daily patterns and how you like things done, which means they can work at your pace and adapt to your mood or needs on any given day. This unhurried model means you feel comfortable and in control, and care becomes a natural part of your life rather than an intrusion. It's an approach that values quality time and supports wellbeing.

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Our Community Partners

  • Alzheimer
  • Parkinsons
  • Homecare Association
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Our New Cross Team is With You Through Every Step

If you're looking for a reliable care agency in New Cross that offers families confidence and peace of mind, Home Instead delivers exactly that. As a fully managed care provider, our local office team manages everything, meaning all you have to focus on is your comfort and wellbeing. We create a thorough and personalised care plan, employ and supervise your Care Professional, handle scheduling and payroll, and keep in regular contact with you and your family. As a CQC-regulated provider, we always meet strict standards of safety and quality. We also conduct regular reviews to make sure your care plan adapts to any changes. And because we're locally based, we're always on hand to answer questions or make adjustments at short notice. With Home Instead, you can feel confident that your loved one's care is in compassionate and professional hands.

A nurse checks a man's blood pressure as they sit on a red sofa against a brick wall. - Home Instead

We deliver tailored home care to the New Cross 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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