Live-In Care in Purley

Choosing where and how to live matters at every stage of life. We provide live-in care in Purley so that needing more support never has to take that choice away. One of our Care Professionals lives in your home, helping with daily life and providing companionship, while our local team arranges the care and stays closely involved from the very beginning.

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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.

Your Local Office

Home Care in Purley

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

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  • Addiscombe
  • South Norwood
  • New Addington
  • Penge
  • 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

To us it's personal

With a Care Professional living in the home, we can respond quickly to changes in mood or routine, noticing early on when someone is not quite themselves. This regular presence brings genuine reassurance to the whole family, especially if living at a distance. We provide a wide variety of care to support each client - always tailored to personal preferences, from how someone likes their home kept to the meals they enjoy. Support can include shopping along Purley High Street, preparing nutritious meals, and managing light household chores. Our Care Professionals also support with personal care to help someone get ready for the day, for example. It might also mean a trip to nearby Dobbies to visit friends or a visit to Purley Library, which is something our clients frequently enjoy. For people living with dementia, staying at home provides continuity that helps reduce confusion. Our Care Professionals receive specialist dementia training, and having one familiar face around helps keep daily routines intact in a safe, settled environment.

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Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
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  • Green graphic stating "95% of clients recommend" with a note about a 2025 PEAQ satisfaction survey. - 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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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 jacket kneels by a bed, helping someone put on socks. - 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

Older man and woman smiling and talking at a table, family photos hang on the wall behind them. - Home Instead

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

Elisie, Client

Choosing Home Instead Purley for personalised home care

One of our experienced Care Professionals stays in the home with their own private bedroom. Living under the same roof creates space for a natural, trusted relationship to develop over time between an individual and the person supporting them. Being there throughout the day means your Care Professional gets to know daily routines well. That familiarity makes it easier to spot small changes early, such as subtle shifts in how someone moves around the home, before they turn into bigger difficulties. If needs change, we adapt daily support to suit. We also keep the wider family informed about any meaningful updates, helping everyone feel connected and confident about how their relative is managing at home.

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

Our Community Partners

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

Our live-in care in Purley is managed directly by our local team. We are fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which means our service is regularly inspected and held to high national standards. We work closely with families to review and adapt support as routines or personal preferences change. In addition, detailed notes completed by the Care Professional provide a clear record of daily activities, meals, and general wellbeing. If support is needed during the night, we’ll take the time to talk through the options and find what feels right for you and your family. With thoughtful oversight and open, clear communication, your loved one can feel safe and comfortable at home.

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

We deliver tailored home care to the Purley 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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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 Purley could be an excellent alternative to a care home.

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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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