Cancer Care in Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich
Relationship-led and supportive Cancer Care in Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
Highest regulatory ratings
Care for 18,000+ older people
Recommended by 95% of our clients
10,000 trained Care Professionals
Homecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
Highest regulatory ratings
Care for 18,000+ older people
Recommended by 95% of our clients
10,000 trained Care Professionals
Homecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
The Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich Cancer Care team, here to help every step of the way
We understand how overwhelming and emotionally demanding a cancer journey can be. At Home Instead Wandsworth, we provide care built on a truly patient-centred philosophy, ensuring your preferences, comfort and personal goals shape every step of the support you receive. We believe that compassionate, specialised care should be available without leaving the security of home. Staying close to loved ones and surrounded by familiar, meaningful possessions offers comfort during difficult moments and helps maintain a sense of stability. Caring for you at home means you and your family can spend meaningful time together, ease worries and share moments that matter, while we take care of everything else.
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Why Cancer Care may be right for you
While hospital care is essential, many people find that true recovery and emotional comfort are best achieved at home. With home-based cancer support, you have a dedicated care team available when you need them, without long waits or added stress. Our Care Professionals maintain regular communication with your wider healthcare team, ensuring your GP and other clinicians remain fully aligned with the care you’re receiving. We also recognise that cancer care is about more than medical support. Sometimes you may simply want someone to talk to, company during treatment, or reassurance on a difficult day. Whatever you need throughout this journey, we’re here to ensure you feel supported, understood and never alone.
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 a unique mix of 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.
My daughter’s live-in carer was exceptional. She was caring, gentle and very kind and supportive of her. She was fun too when needed. She went the extra mile for example staying up with Fran after her finish time in the evening. Also thank you so much to another member of staff, without you both we would not have been able to attend our son’s wedding celebration.Gill H (Mother of Client)
- We were very pleased with the care provided by all the carers. They were punctual, never rushed and very considerate. Always had time for a chat and were very supportive to family and friends. I would not hesitate to recommend your company.
A Q (Friend of Client)
- Every step of the process from the initial telephone call, to the first meeting, to matching my aunt with her carer was expertly handled in the most caring, personable and professional manner. The care that my aunt now receives on a daily basis is above and beyond what we could ever have hoped for and we are sincerely grateful to her wonderful carer and to all of the team.
Laura C
- We are very happy with the service provide by Home Instead (Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich). The care givers all worked to help Mum stay in her own home. They took the time to talk to her and ensure she was set up for the day. They showed her dignity and respect.
Angela D
- The care was easily arranged. My mother’s needs were understood. An excellent carer was matched with my mother, who had been apprehensive until she met the carer. The carer was kind, professional, reliable and got on well with my mother. My mother was fond of her and really appreciated her.
J L (Daughter of Client)
- We had a very good experience with Home Instead in Wandsworth. The team looked after my father when he came out of the hospital for what turned out to be the last week or so of his life. One lady was a superbly reassuring presence as we were trying to organise what care we needed, and she was very successful not just in meeting the practical needs that they had but in finding carers who would get along with Dad and who would give Mum the reassurance that she needed. Both he and my mum were just delighted with the support they received from such kind people. We felt in really good hands, which is so valuable in a time of great stress and sadness. Several of the carers went out of their way to send cards and messages after Dad died, which Mum found really touching. Overall, you did a great job for us.
J C (Son of Client)
- My mother had home care services from Home Instead that graduated from one visit a day increasing over time to 24-hour end-of-life care at home. The Care Managers were helpful in planning appropriate graduated care as well as explaining and connecting with other services like district nursing and equipment loan services, never overselling their service. The carers that worked with Mum were exceptional and caring, knowing exactly what she wanted, and allowed her to maintain her dignity. Receiving good care when you are elderly, frail, and vulnerable is so important but difficult to find. The Home Instead app allowed me to see each visit documented. Knowing that she was so well taken care of was such a relief as both my brother and I lived many hours away. I will always be grateful for the special attention that my mother received that allowed her to pass away peacefully at home. It is the sort of service every elderly person should receive but many sadly don’t.
Pat M (Daughter of Client)
- We enquired about 24 hour care from Home Instead. We are delighted we did. My mother had a wonderful time with one of her morning carers. She said this carer was very caring and predicted all her needs, giving her all her meals and general companionship. She also did her washing and light housework. My mother said it was like having one of her family looking after her.
Judy A
- All the carers, without exception, have been considerate, thoughtful, cheerful and efficient, providing everything from personal care to general companionship, and dealing with a variety of household tasks. They are quick to notice any signs of ill health and have helped the family with GP and hospital visits. We’re not sure how we’d manage without this great team of people.
M K
- My wife and I are Attorneys under a Lasting Power of Attorney for her first cousin who is 87 years old and was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s 6 years ago. The Wandsworth office has been caring for her at her home, (where she has lived alone for nearly 50 years) since then and we simply cannot praise them highly enough.
David K
- Quality was the driving force behind our decision as we did not want my mum to be rushed or experience inconsistent carers. We met the supervisor and was so impressed at how she went out of her way to engage with mum and involve her in the assessment. The other companies we met could certainly learn a thing or two!
Sharon H
- Home Instead have and are continuing to provide excellent personal care for my 92-year-old mother. I am particularly impressed with how quickly and compassionately they were able to respond to my need for providing regular and safe personal care for my mother with very short notice.
Sandra P
- Excellent carers who were well matched to the client. Professional, helpful and well trained. The carers always turned up on time and were never substituted.
Kathleen L
- Thank you all for the wonderful care you gave my mother and my father over the last seven years. The whole family join with me in thanking you all. When Mum, Dad and I chose Home Instead all those years ago now, we were sure then that we made the right decision, and throughout this time, you have given us a wonderful, caring and very professional service with a very personal and incredibly well-organised approach. You have proved our decision to be absolutely right for my parents, you gave them the freedom to live the remainder of their lives with greater security and confidence. We owe you a great debt of gratitude.
Hazel B (Daughter of Client)
- We would like to take this opportunity to thank you and all of the team at Home Instead for the care that you have provided our parents over the past two and a half years. Without exception, your carers have been kind and compassionate and have made considerable sacrifices in order to improve upon my parents’ quality of life. I believe that their input has enabled us to care for Mum at home right until the end and the fact that we were able to do so has brought us considerable solace during very difficult times.
Gavin D
- I am very grateful for your help with sorting the medication issue and also your feedback from your visit yesterday. Mum’s moods are very variable and it can be hard to keep her motivated especially as she can’t go out unless accompanied any more. I know she is very grateful for the various carer’s visits and they do seem to cheer her up most of the time. I am glad you were able to attend yourself. Once again, many thanks.
Simon
- Home Instead have been fantastic with us. They are kind, caring and we feel very safe with them. The Director has gone above and beyond to help us and he has a lovely energy about him. We would strongly recommend them.
James W
- My mother has been cared for by Home Instead for 3 years and in that time her carers have been wonderful. They are always on time, polite and courteous and very reliable. I would recommend them to anybody.
James J (Son of Client)
- The carers looking after my husband who has dementia are really lovely. Not only are they highly professional and experienced but they also bring fun and humour to his life which has had a big impact on his health and general wellbeing. They are a great credit to Home Instead.
Georgina
- My father’s Home Instead caregiver has been amazing. My father is 96 and lives in sheltered accommodation. The carer always arrives with a smile and a handshake and hands him his morning newspaper. The organisation takes great care to support his health, emotional needs and personal safety. The team show great respect towards my father. My mind is at rest because they have never failed to attend. If there needs to be any changes in carer due to sickness or holidays that is taken care of by the office and I am notified. I know my father is in good hands and that makes all the difference to my peace of mind.
Maria I W
- At first, looked after my husband who had Alzheimer’s, they were absolutely brilliant – totally trustworthy, kind and pleasant. After that, they looked after me – again brilliant. I would recommend them to anyone and indeed have done so.
S F (Wife of Client)
- We are fortunate to have an excellent team helping us care for Mum. The carers are very experienced and have sometimes given us advice. Their suggestions are very welcome especially as Mum gets more frail. She likes and trusts them all. I find the oversight and supervision very reassuring.
H M (Daughter of Client)
My Mother has had Home Instead coming into to her every morning for over 5 years, to help her shower, dress and give her breakfast. She has always liked all the carers and enjoyed their company. Last week, we wanted to go on holiday and felt we could no longer leave my mother without care. We enquired about 24 hour care from Home Instead. We are delighted we did. My mother had a wonderful time with one of her morning carers. She said this carer was very caring and predicted all her needs, giving her all her meals and general companionship. She also did her washing and light housework. My mother said it was like having one of her family looking after her. I think they had quite a laugh between them, sharing a few television programmes that they both enjoy. Home Instead certainly gave us peace of mind that my mother was well looked after during our holiday, and we look forward to our next break now that we know that Home Instead is there to help us.Judy A (Daughter of Client)
- I have been extremely happy with Home Instead service which has been efficient, compassionate, professional and reassuring. The team worked really positively and reactively during a difficult time, with strong communication and faultless support. From the back office to the ‘on the ground’ team, it’s been really great to be able to work with everyone there, even during the most challenging bits, when the sympathy and candour of the team was outstanding, really kept me going!
Anneliese D (Daughter of Client)
- My mum in her late 90’s started to have Home Instead, Wandsworth branch, to come into her home to give her a shower, help her dress, give her breakfast, make her bed, tidy the kitchen, and settle her down with a coffee and the morning newspaper until we could take over. This carried on for years. She had the same team of lovely girls, who were very caring, kind and patient. She used to say “they are like part of my family”. When mum reached 100, we felt we could not leave her on her own if we were away. The same team of girls would come in and look after her and give her 24-hour care, which meant they would live with her, give her meals, sleep in her house and be a companion. They did light housework and the laundry. This carried on for a couple of years. When mum reached 102, she needed more support and once again we asked Home Instead for help. Over the last few months, mum has had 24-hr “live-care”. Home Instead are wonderful, catering for all her needs, with compassion.
Judy A
Tailored Cancer Care in Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich
At Home Instead Wandsworth, our cancer care plan is fully tailored to your individual needs. We provide a comprehensive range of support, including household assistance, medication management, meal preparation, personal care, emotional support, and complex care. Whether you are recovering after surgery or treatment, managing side effects, or require specialised care during palliative stages, our experienced team is equipped to provide the right support at every step. Together with you, we will develop a care plan that works best for your needs.
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Trusted Cancer Care from experienced home care professionals in Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich
Our Care Professionals receive industry-leading training, including specialist cancer care modules, preparing them to provide reliable support with medication routines, personal care, symptom management and rehabilitation. Many hold Level 2 or Level 3 Health and Social Care qualifications and bring years of hands-on experience in home-based oncology care.
Families across Wandsworth, Lambeth and Dulwich trust us because we combine professional expertise with genuine kindness. As one family shared:
“We needed 24-hour care for a terminal cancer patient. Six carers were assigned. All were considerate and attentive. We felt in really good hands, which is so valuable in a time of great stress and sadness.”
— James N, (Son of Client)
Additional support and activities in Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich
To provide a calm and creative outlet for individuals impacted by cancer, we host a free, monthly workshop for clients, caregivers, and family members. These sessions feature gentle, guided art and craft activities, including pottery, therapeutic colouring, and painting, offering a welcome break from the routine of treatment and an opportunity to connect with others who understand the journey.
Our Care Professionals are on hand to assist with transport and accompany clients, ensuring that attending is both safe and stress-free, so everyone can fully enjoy the experience and benefit from shared support and friendly company.
FAQs
Will the same person visit every time?
We provide relationship-led care. You’ll be supported by a small, familiar team of Care Professionals who understand your care plan, routines, and individual needs, ensuring comfort and continuity every time they visit.
Can you provide respite care for family members who are caring for me?
Yes. We offer reliable, high-quality respite care for family caregivers, whether you need support for a few hours to run errands, a full day to attend an event, or an extended break such as a week’s holiday. Our team ensures continuity, safety and peace of mind while your loved ones take time to rest and recharge.
How much does Home Instead Cancer Care cost?
Because our care is highly personalised, the cost depends entirely on the level and type of support required. We recommend calling us for a free, no-obligation consultation, during which we’ll discuss your needs and provide a clear, transparent cost breakdown. You can reach us directly on 020 8871 0006 to get started.
Which towns and postcodes do the Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich team service?
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Battersea, Wandsworth, Lambeth, Tulse Hill, Dulwich, Balham, Earlsfield, Herne Hill, Clapham Park, Clapham Junction, Dulwich Village, Southfields, Stockwell, Clapham, Loughborough Junction, Camberwell, Vauxhall, Putney
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
SW11 3, SW18 5, SW8 2, SW4 7, SW11 2, SW11 5, SW18 1, SW18 3, SW8 3, SW8 1, SE24 9, SW9 7, SE21 8, SW9 6, SE5 9, SE5 8, SW4 0, SW8 5, SE21 7, SW18 2, SW18 4, SW11 6, SW12 8, SW4 8, SW4 6, SW12 9, SW4 9, SW12 0, SW9 0, SW11 1, SW9 9, SW8 4, SW11 4, SW15 2, SE24 0, SW9 8
Is Home Instead Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich a locally owned home care organisation?
Home Instead Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich 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.
What happens if my cancer care needs change?
We understand that any care you need can change over time, and we will assist you at every stage to provide you with as much care as you require. Home Instead will work closely with you and your clinical team to ensure we provide you with the most effective support possible. Our dedicated Care Professionals are able to utilise additional skills to support you when required, but will also promote your independence during your cancer care at home.
Can I have my nurses provide support?
Our Care Professionals have been trained to extremely high standards to be able to support and care for people in their own homes if their condition is considered stable. Nurses are recommended for conditions that are deemed extremely unpredictable or unstable, or that require frequent changes to the clinical care performed and a deeper level of knowledge. We will work closely with you and your clinical team when creating a care plan to assess your needs.
What if I become unwell at home?
All of our Care Professionals are trained in basic life support and are able to act in an emergency. Competency assessments are undertaken annually to ensure Care Professionals feel confident in how to support you, and how to access emergency services should you need them. Care plans are provided and include specific details on how to support you if you become unwell while they are providing cancer care for you at home.
Reach out and talk to the Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Wandsworth, Lambeth & Dulwich team. If you would like more information about our high quality Cancer Care service, please call us on 020 8871 0006, or fill out the form below.
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