Palliative Care in Southport & Formby
Relationship-led and supportive Palliative Care in Southport & Formby from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
Highest regulatory ratings
16,000+ active clients
Recommended by 95% of our clients
10,000+ carers nationwide
Home Care rating 9.6
Highest regulatory ratings
16,000+ active clients
Recommended by 95% of our clients
10,000+ carers nationwide
Home Care rating 9.6
The Southport & Formby Palliative Care team, here to help every step of the way
Palliative care is about more than managing symptoms; it’s about honouring the wishes of someone in the final stages of life. At Home Instead Southport & Formby, we support individuals and their families with personalised, compassionate care that prioritises comfort, dignity, and peace. Many people choose to remain at home, surrounded by memories and loved ones. Our Care Professionals provide unhurried, one-to-one support that can include personal care, medication reminders, companionship, and emotional reassurance—helping each client feel safe, valued, and at ease in familiar surroundings.
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Why Palliative Care may be right for you
Our approach is flexible and grounded in kindness. We adapt to what each person needs day by day, hour by hour. Some moments call for quiet companionship, others for personal care or practical help. Every Care Professional is trained to offer gentle support with bathing, dressing, positioning, and symptom management—always with empathy and respect. We also support family members through difficult times, helping them focus on being a daughter, son, partner, or spouse rather than a full-time carer. Our role is to lighten the load and walk alongside you through every step of the journey.
What we do to care for your loved ones
We offer two types of home care: hourly care, where we visit at set times, or live-in care, where a carer resides in the home. Both are overseen by our care management team and delivered by compassionate Care Professionals. Each care package is made up of of a unique mix services to meet your needs.
Companionship care
We carefully match Care Professionals with clients to ensure a meaningful bond is created.
Home help & meal prep
Keeping the home environment clean, safe, and nourishing with home-cooked meals.
Personal care
Assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene, always respecting the dignity of your loved one.
Mobility support
Helping your loved one move around their home safely, including transfers and positioning.
Health appointment management
We support you to attend those important health appointments.
Community engagement
We enable you to continue to do the things you enjoy, be it a visit to the garden centre or your local art group.
Transportation
Assistance getting you from A to B, whether it be to go visit a friend or help with your shopping.
Medication management
Ensuring medicines are taken correctly and on time, supporting overall health.
The excellent care my Mum received from all the caregivers allowed her to be in her own home for longer than we could have hoped. The sensitivity shown to her growing needs through dementia was greatly appreciated. We had real peace of mind that she was well looked after by a regular team of carers. The communication with office staff certainly made things run smoothly.Fiona D - daughter of client in Southport
Home Instead have been an absolute Godsend to our family. All through lockdown they never let us down. Nothing was ever too much trouble. The staff in the office and on the ground are always helpful, supportive, reliable, caring and respectful. I would highly recommend their care.Linda T - Daughter of client in Southport.
Home Instead Southport have proved invaluable over the last two and a half years. Dad always wanted to stay in the house that he moved to in 1971 – the home in which he and Mum raised the family. With the support of his lovely Caregivers, Dad managed to do this until the week before he died – aged 98. I have no hesitation in recommending Home Instead Southport.K R - Daughter of client in Southport.
The service my father received form Home Instead Southport was life-changing. Since he started receiving a morning visit each day, his physical and mental health has markedly improved, so after two years of care, he seems two years younger. The care was reliable and tailored to what he needed, and the carers were kind, competent and fun.G C - Son of client in Southport.
It was wonderful, it was a load off my mind. Thank you very much.L M - Client in Southport
Home Instead are impressive because they are reliable, punctual, kind, compassionate, person centred, mature and professional. They regularly review the care they give, and communicate with family members and health professionals. Do not cut corners and ensure dignity and individuality are maintained. We could not be more impressed or grateful.K G - Niece of client in Formby.
Tailored Palliative Care in Southport & Formby
One wife shared her experience: “I used the service for the last 18 months of my husband’s life. I had help with his washing and dressing for 2, then 3 and eventually 4 mornings a week as his dependency increased. 2 carers remained throughout, and each formed an excellent bond with him. My contact with other office staff was positive.” These moments of consistent, compassionate care form the heart of what we do, offering reassurance, dignity, and presence during one of life’s most vulnerable times.
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Trusted Palliative Care from experienced home care professionals in Southport & Formby
Our Care Professionals receive specialist palliative care training, covering end-of-life symptom management, emotional support, and how to work alongside district nurses and hospice teams. Many have experience supporting people with complex conditions such as cancer, advanced dementia, or neurological decline. We also regularly update care plans and check in with families to ensure support remains aligned with clinical needs and personal preferences. With leadership grounded in health and social care, we approach every visit with skill, compassion, and a deep respect for the individual.
Additional support and activities in Southport & Formby
We understand that end-of-life care extends beyond the final days. That’s why we support families before, during, and after; whether it’s arranging extra help, providing a listening ear, or assisting with next steps. We collaborate with GPs, hospice teams, and chaplaincy services across Southport and Formby to ensure a joined-up approach. When a loved one is reaching the end of their life, our role is to help create calm, offer comfort, and make sure no one feels alone. For us, palliative care is about being present for the person, for the family, and for every moment that matters.
FAQs
Which towns and postcodes do the Southport & Formby team service?
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Southport, Formby, Birkdale, Ainsdale, Freshfield, Blowick, Crossens, Banks, High Park, Little Altcar, Meols Cop, Bescar, Halsall, Hurlston Green, Shirdley Hill, Churchtown, Pinfold, Scarisbrick, Moss Side, Marshside, Brown Edge, Raven Meols, Ainsdale-on-Sea, Heaton's Bridge, Far Banks,Ainsdale,Hillside
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
L39 8, L37 3, PR9 0, PR8 4, PR8 5, PR9 8, L37 7, L37 0, L37 2, L38 8, L37 6, L37 1, PR8 3, L38 4, L37 8, PR8 2, L40 9, PR8 6, PR9 9, PR8 1, PR9 7, L37 4, L40 8
Is Home Instead Southport & Formby a locally owned home care organisation?
Home Instead Southport & Formby is one of 250 locally owned offices that collectively form Home Instead UK. Together, we care for 16,000 clients, delivering one million hours of home care each month. This unique combination of community-focused local offices and the resources of a national network enables us to provide personalised, relationship-led care while leading research and innovation that is transforming the experience of aging. Our services include companionship care, personal care, specialist care (including dementia, palliative, and Parkinson’s), and live-in care.
When is palliative care needed?
Palliative care is an option that your clinical team may suggest if you or a loved one have received a diagnosis of a serious or terminal illness, such as cancer, lung disease or Alzheimer’s. Our Care Professionals can provide support that will alleviate discomfort and stress and allow a better quality of life.
How soon should palliative care begin?
Palliative care can be started at any stage of a serious illness, though it can be recommended to start as early as possible depending on the diagnosis and the treatment required. After finding out what treatments are required you can be easily make an informed decision on when palliative care is needed.
Is palliative care the same as end of life care?
Not necessarily. While palliative care can include end of life care, it is certainly not always the case and can last for a longer period of time. Some people are able to live comfortably for many years while receiving palliative care. The focus is always providing support as you need it to allow you to carry on with your daily life within the limits of your condition.
Will palliative care cause me to lose independence?
Our Care Professionals understand that maintaining your control over your daily life is important. Depending on what care you need for your condition you may need help with a few things or more help with a lot of your usual tasks. The level of help required is likely to change over time, but Home Instead will be there to ensure you keep as your independence for as long as possible.
Should I continue palliative care after successful treatment?
During your illness you may receive successful treatment from your clinical team. Depending on the outcome of this treatment you may no longer require palliative care, however it may be beneficial to continue for a short while. During the recovery process it can be beneficial to you and your loved ones to have some relief from the physical and emotional stress a serious illness can cause.
Reach out and talk to the Southport & Formby team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Southport & Formby team. If you would like more information about our high quality Palliative Care service, please call us on 01704 547938, or fill out the form below.
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