Palliative care in Cumbria

Home Instead provides palliative care across Cumbria, supporting people in Carlisle, Penrith, Kendal, Keswick and nearby communities. We help individuals remain at home during this stage of life, where familiar surroundings and daily routines bring reassurance. Our Care Professionals offer calm, attentive support that respects personal wishes and preserves dignity, enabling people to live as comfortably and fully as possible in the place they know best.

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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

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North Lakes

We provide care in Carlisle, Penrith, Keswick, Wigton, Silloth

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South Lakes

We provide care in Kendal, Carnforth, Windermere, Kirkby Lonsdale, Grange-over-Sands and Ulverston.

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Quality, Personalised Palliative Care in Cumbria

Personalised palliative care is shaped by the small details that bring comfort to someone’s day. A preferred breakfast, a familiar pattern to getting ready or meaningful cultural or spiritual practices can influence what feels supportive at home. We take time to learn these routines and preferences so the care we offer blends naturally into daily life.

Our Care Professionals provide sensitive assistance with washing, dressing, preparing simple meals and helping someone settle comfortably for rest. They also pay attention to how a person is managing, adjusting the pace or style of support so visits feel gentle and unhurried. Many people appreciate having a reassuring presence who listens, notices what matters and offers reassurance without disrupting the flow of the household.

These thoughtful touches help maintain a sense of normality, even as needs shift. Our aim is to create an environment where comfort, dignity and familiarity work together to support each person through this period with calm, respectful care that feels genuinely personal.

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Person-centred care

Consistency and attentive observation are central to our approach. Palliative needs can change quickly, and our Care Professionals are trained to notice subtle signs such as increasing tiredness, a change in appetite or a preference for quieter surroundings. They adapt their support accordingly, adjusting routines, offering additional comfort or creating a more peaceful space when needed.

Many clients find reassurance in small connections to their environment, whether enjoying a favourite view of the fells or spending time in a familiar room. We work to preserve these moments because they help maintain a sense of stability and calm. For some, this might mean settling into a well-loved chair; for others, it may involve keeping familiar items close by throughout the day.

Our focus is on thoughtful, responsive care that supports comfort at home and respects the pace at which each person wishes to move through their day. These thoughtful adjustments allow care to remain genuinely supportive as circumstances evolve.

Choosing Home Instead for personalised palliative care in Cumbria

Families often tell us that reliable support at home eases a difficult period. Our Cumbria team keeps relatives informed about visit arrangements and shares observations that help everyone feel confident in the care being provided. When questions arise, we respond promptly and clearly, ensuring families understand what is happening and why.

Care Professionals assist with everyday tasks such as preparing meals, organising key areas of the home and supporting personal needs, reducing pressure on loved ones so time together feels unhurried and meaningful. We also respect longstanding preferences, shaping support around what matters most to the individual and the family around them.

By offering steady practical help and warm, attentive communication, we aim to reduce worry and create space for families to focus on moments of connection. Our role is to support the household in a way that feels respectful, reassuring and guided by personal wishes at every stage.