Palliative and end-of-life care at home allows your loved one to spend their final weeks or months in the place they feel most comfortable, surrounded by familiar things and the people they love. Across Wakefield, Stanley, Crofton and the surrounding area, more families are choosing this option, and for us it’s a true privilege to provide compassionate, dignified support that honours your loved one’s wishes. Our palliative care in Wakefield is tailored to your needs and situation, whether that’s a few hours each day, overnight support, or round-the-clock presence. With our 10 out of 10 rating on homecare.co.uk and recognition as a Top 20 provider in Yorkshire & The Humber for multiple years in a row, families trust us during this precious, difficult time.
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.
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.
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Our Care Professionals provide gentle support with personal care, medication management, pain relief, nutrition, and simply being there to offer comfort and companionship. Each visit lasts at least an hour, giving proper unhurried time to help your loved one feel comfortable and cared for with complete dignity. We coordinate closely with local GPs, district nurses, hospice teams and pharmacists across Ossett, Horbury and Featherstone, so everyone involved in care is working together seamlessly. Our Care Professionals can also help arrange visits from family and friends or provide transport to appointments, taking practical pressures off when you need to focus on being together.
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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Families often tell us how much continuity and trust matter during palliative care – seeing the same familiar faces who treat their loved one with kindness and respect. Michael B thanked the team for “the tremendous service they provided when caring for my elderly mother,” describing staff as “outstanding, making her feel safe and reassured” and noting that his mother “used to look forward to seeing her carers as they engaged with her on her level making her laugh and smile whilst going about their duties.” That ability to bring moments of comfort and even joy during such a difficult time is what we strive to provide for every family.
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.
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
Every Care Professional receives specialist end-of-life training delivered in-house by highly trained staff, covering symptom management, personal care, pain relief, and supporting families through grief and difficult emotions. This same coordination carries through into our community connections across Wakefield. We work alongside local GPs, district nursing teams, hospice services and bereavement support groups, ensuring palliative care feels joined-up and compassionate. We're also connected to local faith communities across Walton, Sandal and Wrenthorpe who can provide spiritual support if that's important to your loved one.
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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