Home help and housekeeping gives your loved one a hand with the everyday tasks that can start to feel overwhelming – keeping on top of laundry, managing the shopping, preparing nutritious meals, or simply making sure the house stays clean and comfortable. Across Wakefield, Wrenthorpe and Sandal, we support people who want to stay independent at home but need a bit of extra help to make that work. Our Care Professionals don’t just tick off jobs; they work alongside your loved one, involving them in decisions about how things get done and keeping the home organised exactly the way they like it. With our 10 out of 10 rating on homecare.co.uk, families trust us because they can see their loved one is eating well, living safely, and genuinely enjoying the company of the person helping them.
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 home help that starts with listening
Your situation is unique - your home help should be too. We match our Care Professionals based on skills, interests and personality, so everything is 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.
Flexible, unhurried support at home
Whether it's an occasional hour of tidying, or a regular deep clean to make the home safer, we manage chores so you can remain independent in the place you love.
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Home care in Wakefield
Home care in Wakefield 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.
What makes our home help different is the attention to detail and the care that goes into understanding what really matters to each person. Some clients need help batch-cooking meals for the week ahead so there’s always something nutritious in the freezer. Others appreciate having someone sort through the post, help organise appointments, or make sure prescriptions don’t run out. Our Care Professionals notice things – if the milk’s off in the fridge, if bills are piling up unopened, if someone’s struggling more than usual with buttons or zips. These observations help us spot early when someone might need a bit more support, and we keep families informed so everyone stays on the same page about how things are going.
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
C E shared on homecare.co.uk how important the care app was for staying connected to what was happening day-to-day, explaining that “the App notes for every visit ensure I get an accurate picture of how Dad is feeling every day as well as knowing that all his needs are being met.” Joy W praised the flexibility of the service, noting that carers “will do anything else required such as changing bed linen, taking the rubbish out and sometimes vacuuming,” adding that she would “certainly recommend Home Instead to anyone looking for kind and compassionate care.” That willingness to help with whatever’s needed, combined with genuine kindness, is what turns practical support into something families feel grateful for.
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 Wakefield Team is With You Through Every Step
We alwaysd strive to help clients stay connected to the community. Our Care Professionals can help clients get to our Friendship Lunches at Farmhouse Kitchen in Ossett, The Bridge Inn in Wakefield, or Hampsons Plant World in Durkar, where people enjoy good food, entertainment and company three times a month. We also work with local charities and run free dementia awareness sessions across Horbury, Crofton and Walton.
Our dementia care in Wakefield 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 Wakefield 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 Wakefield, 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 Wakefield 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.
Discover personalised, flexible personal care for older adults in Wakefield, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.
Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Wakefield, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.
Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Wakefield, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.