Domiciliary care in Leicester
Home care in Leicester
Home care, also called domiciliary care, means a trained carer visits you at home to help with the parts of the day that have become harder. You stay in your own home, with your own routines, while we help you stay safe, comfortable and independent.
What a home care visit can include
Every visit follows your care plan, so the support you receive is the support you have asked for.
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, grooming and using the toilet, always with dignity and at your pace.Meals and drinks
Preparing breakfast, lunch or tea the way you like it, and making sure you have drinks within reach.Light housework
Washing up, tidying, putting a load of laundry on and keeping your home safe and comfortable.Companionship
Time for a chat, a cup of tea and a catch up, because how you feel matters as much as what gets done.Getting out and about
Support to go for a short walk, pop to the local shop or get ready for an appointment.
Who home care may suit
- Older adults who want to keep living in the home they love
- People getting back on their feet after an illness or a hospital stay
- Adults with physical disabilities or long term conditions
- Families who want a regular helping hand for a parent or partner
- Family carers who need support to keep caring without burning out
Visits that fit your day
We agree the timing, length and number of visits with you, and we can change them as your needs change.
Morning
Help getting up, washed, dressed and ready for the day, with breakfast.
Lunchtime
A freshly prepared lunch, a drink and a quick check that everything is going well.
Teatime
An evening meal, a tidy round and time for a chat.
Evening
Support to get changed, comfortable and settled safely for the night.
Visit lengths are agreed during your assessment. Start dates depend on carer availability in your area.
Care that is personal to you
Your routine
If you like your tea at seven and the news at six, we plan around it.
Your preferences
How you like things done, from the way you take your toast to where your slippers go, is written into your care plan.
Your culture and language
We respect your faith, diet and traditions, and we try to match you with carers who understand what matters to you.
Your family
With your permission, loved ones can join your assessment and receive updates about your care.
Regular reviews
We check in with you often and review your care plan whenever your needs change.
How to arrange home care
- 1
Get in touch
Call us or send an enquiry online.
- 2
Talk it through
We talk about what support you are looking for and answer your questions.
- 3
Care assessment
We visit you at home to understand your needs, routines and preferences.
- 4
Your care plan
We agree a written care plan with you and introduce your carer.
- 5
Care begins
Your visits start on a date that suits you, subject to availability.
What does home care cost?
The cost of home care depends on how many visits you need, how long each visit lasts and the time of day. After your assessment we will give you a clear, personalised quote, so you know exactly what to expect. Care may be self funded or arranged through Leicester City Council or Leicestershire County Council.
Home care across Leicester
We provide home care across Leicester and nearby areas. Not sure if we cover your street? Check our coverage or give us a call.
- Leicester City
- Evington
- Humberstone
- Thurmaston
- Oadby
Home care questions
There is no difference. Domiciliary care is the formal name for home care, where a carer visits you in your own home to help with daily routines.
Visit lengths depend on what you need help with. We agree the length and timing of each visit with you during your care assessment.
We aim to match you with a small, consistent team of carers so you get to know the people supporting you.
Yes. We review your care plan regularly and can add, reduce or change visits as your needs change.
Discuss your home care needs
Tell us a little about the support you are looking for and our team will be in touch to talk it through. There is no pressure and no obligation.
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm