Home often becomes even more important when someone is seriously unwell. Familiar rooms, routines and faces can offer reassurance at a time when much else feels uncertain. Palliative care in the South West brings practical and personal support into that setting, helping with comfort, everyday tasks and the areas of care that now need more attention, while respecting how the person wants to live.
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, compassionate palliative care
We support those with terminal illnesses or who require intensive pain management, helping them to remain in their own homes where they feel most comfortable, surrounded by loved ones.
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 or round-the-clock palliative care, we work to your schedule – not the other way around.
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Home care in South West
Home care in South West 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 provide award winning care in Barnstaple, Bideford, Braunton, South Molton, Northam, Fremington, Landkey, Bratton Fleming, Kings Nympton, Combe Martin and the surrounding areas
For some people, the hardest part of the day is getting washed and dressed. For others, it may be eating well, moving around safely or feeling settled in the evening. Palliative care can be shaped around those specific needs rather than following the same pattern for everyone.
A Care Professional may prepare a meal, help with personal care, offer medication reminders or simply spend time with the person when they do not want to be alone. The approach should feel respectful and unhurried, especially on days when energy is low.
People also have their own ways of doing things. They may prefer a certain breakfast, need more time in the morning or want support offered quietly rather than repeatedly. These preferences are part of good care. By listening carefully and adjusting each visit, support can remain personal, practical and closely connected to the person’s normal life at home. The level of help can increase or reduce over time, depending on what feels useful and comfortable.
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
Families often do their best to manage everything themselves, but caring responsibilities can grow slowly until they become exhausting. A relative may be helping during the night, preparing food, keeping track of medication and trying to stay alert to every small change.
Bringing in a Care Professional can ease some of that pressure. They can take responsibility for agreed tasks, provide company or stay with the person while a family member rests, works or attends to other responsibilities.
This support can also make family time feel less dominated by care. Relatives may have more space to sit, talk or simply be present without constantly thinking about the next task. When concerns arise, they also have someone to speak to who understands the situation and can share relevant information with the wider team. It can be a simple way to share the responsibility without changing the closeness of the relationship.
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 South West Team is With You Through Every Step
Palliative care at home may need to change as the person’s condition, energy and confidence change. What once took a short visit may begin to require more time, or support may be needed at a different point in the day.
Care should be reviewed in a practical way. The person and their family can explain what is becoming difficult, while Care Professionals can report what they are seeing during visits. This helps the local team make adjustments based on real daily needs.
Sometimes only a small change is required, such as moving a visit, allowing longer for personal care or helping with an additional meal. At other times, a broader review may be needed. Whatever changes are made, the person should remain involved wherever possible, with their comfort, privacy and preferences continuing to guide the support they receive. Clear communication helps everyone understand those changes and feel better prepared.
Our dementia care in South West 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 South West 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 South West, 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 South West 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.
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