Day care for older adults at home in Wigan helps those who need general support, company, and health monitoring during the day, or who suffer from loneliness due to health conditions like arthritis, dementia or Parkinson’s. Age UK estimates 1.4 million older people in the UK suffer from loneliness, so our Care Professionals work in areas like Standish, Hindley and Aspull to provide essential care for those who live alone. Almost 20% of Wigan is aged 65+, and it is common for older people to struggle getting around independently. Day care can give families regular respite while helping to monitor their loved one’s health and care needs, encourage mental stimulation, promote an active lifestyle and facilitate community engagement.
At-home day care for older adults
Our Care Professionals provide day care within your loved one's home to manage their health needs and keep them safe. Whether facilitating hobbies, social outings, or just providing companionship, they offer tailored support that bolsters emotional wellbeing.
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 enjoy peace of mind leaving your loved one in their capable hands.
Carefully chosen Care Professionals
We match Care Professionals with clients based on skills, interests and personality, so day care is always personalised to them whether they need mentally stimulating activities, socialising, or just a chat over a cup of tea to avoid loneliness.
Fully flexible, safety-focused support
Day care combines companionship with practical help so older adults can stay active and engaged while remaining safe and comfortable at home.
Home care in Wigan 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.
Whether you need a few hours of day care or a regular visit, our service can be enjoyable and helpful for older adults living alone in Wigan. We focus on continuity of care, ensuring your loved one always welcomes a friendly, familiar face into their home for high quality health care and support. Day care could be useful if: You have mobility issues (an estimated one third of 70 year olds say they have restricted mobility) You are concerned about falls (Age UK found around 4.3 million older people worry about falling) You do not like living alone and prefer regular company and stimulation You need help getting out of the house, socialising, and being more active You need personal care to get washed, dressed and perform daily tasks
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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Day care is an excellent way to stay connected to your community in Wigan, as it supports you in continuing your routines and socialising with others. From a trip to the weekly meetup at Shevington Methodist Church, to the activities on offer at Everyday Wigan, there is so much to do in Wigan and the surrounding areas, and your Care Professional can support you in exploring locally as much as you feel able to, whilst managing your care needs. “Great professional team and service. Then taking the time to understand and adapt to given changes. Too many big hearted and front line staff to name and thank individually. To me and my family they are our angels bringing quality of life back to mum.” – Home Instead Wigan client, via Google Reviews
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
Our Care Professionals are matched with clients based on interests and personality, and day care can be tailored to fit their needs and respect their preferences. The Wigan team helps clients to be more active in their community and overcome feelings of loneliness, ensuring you're paired with a Care Professional who can improve your quality of life and become a trusted companion. Managing feelings of loneliness can be challenging, but whether you'd like a simple weekly cup of tea at home or an outing to one of the many Wigan events and activities, such as a trip to Ince Community Centre, a supported stroll through Mesnes Park, or shopping at Makinson Arcade, your Care Professional will listen to your preferences, learn your routines, and help you feel comfortable exploring senior-friendly activities. Day care can also involve keeping older adults active through wellness activities at the Wigan Life Centre, while supporting families with resources from organisations like Age UK Wigan and the Wigan and Leigh Carers Centre.
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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