At Home Instead, we recognise the emotional and practical responsibilities involved in supporting a loved one with dementia. Many families in Reading face these challenges every day, and our role is to offer care that is thoughtful, reliable and compassionate. Whether your day includes a peaceful walk along the Thames Path, shopping near The Oracle or a visit to the Museum of English Rural Life, our support fits naturally into everyday life. You do not need to go through this alone. We are here to help you and your loved one feel reassured, understood and genuinely supported.
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 dementia care that starts with listening
Your situation is unique – your care should be too. We match our Care Professionals based on their dementia training, 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.
City & Guilds Assured dementia training
Our programme was created exclusively for Home Instead, and developed alongside key dementia specialists. We focus on caring not just for the condition, but for the person behind it.
Compassionate support for complex behaviours
We work to understand your loved one's world so we can join them in it - this helps us keep them safe and calm, provide stimulating activities, and effectively soothe challenging and complex behaviours.
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Home care in Reading
Home care in Reading 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.
We tailor our dementia care in Reading to each person’s unique needs. From assistance with routines such as washing, dressing and meal preparation to memory-based activities like sharing stories or looking through family photos, our care is always personal. We also encourage visits to calming places such as Reading Museum or Kings Meadow when appropriate. These outings can offer gentle stimulation and familiar surroundings. Everything we do is guided by careful listening and respect. Our aim is to create a safe, supportive environment that reflects the individual behind the diagnosis.
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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Our Care Starts With Connection
Every Care Professional at Home Instead is trained to deliver dementia care with understanding and sensitivity. We teach our team to recognise changes in needs, communicate clearly and respond in ways that reduce anxiety. Our training is supported by a commitment to building consistent, trusting relationships with those we support. By learning daily preferences and familiar routines, our Care Professionals help create a calm and comfortable atmosphere. We believe that familiarity and trust are the foundation of meaningful care, especially for individuals living with dementia.
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
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
Our Reading Team is With You Through Every Step
Caring for someone with dementia can affect the whole family. At Home Instead, we are here to support not only the person receiving care, but also those around them. Whether you need guidance, reassurance or simply someone to talk to, our team is ready to help. We provide regular updates and helpful advice to ease the responsibilities of caregiving. Many families say they feel more able to relax and reconnect once our care is in place. With thoughtful support throughout Reading and nearby areas, we help families focus on what matters most.
Our dementia care in Reading is designed by experts and is City & Guilds Assured, so you know your loved one is receiving only the very best care. Our Care Professionals focus on creating an environment that's calm and consistent, while maintaining dignity and familiar routines to reduce confusion and keep clients comfortable.
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 Reading could be an excellent alternative to a care home.
The right support is crucial when managing pain and end-of-life care. Our palliative care focuses on dignity and enables your loved one to remain in the place they feel happiest. We provide considerate palliative care in Reading, so you can spend more meaningful moments together while we carefully manage their pain and comfort.
Taking a break from caring can feel impossible if your loved one is lonely or has challenging health conditions, but our respite care in Reading is designed to step in with dependable care at any time. Whether you're recharging your batteries or managing other commitments, our Care Professionals can provide reliable support, so you can take time to yourself without disrupting routines.