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Visiting care and home care in Barking

At Helping Hands, we're proud to offer home care that's fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring we're always up to standard and striving to be the best we can be. Our carers can offer you flexible care that aligns with your schedule and lifestyle. We offer live-in care for full-time, around-the-clock support, visiting care for scheduled visits, and respite care for short-term, temporary help.

In Barking, our approach to care is built around getting to know the person behind the needs. We take the time to understand your daily routines, personal preferences, and what helps you feel most at ease in the home you love in Barking. Organising care doesn't need to be overwhelming, so Helping Hands will be here to make sure the transition to support is easy, stress-free and personal to you.

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Branch information

View your local branches details including location, opening times and services offered.

Understanding care costs

Get a clear overview of costs and what affects pricing, so you can plan with confidence.

Not sure what type of care you need? Request a brochure and read about our services in your own time.

Quality care supporting families in Barking

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Barking, from short-term help to ongoing visiting care and live-in care.

We've been caring for people for decades, helping them maintain their independence and continue to live well in the homes and communities they love.

Why families choose us

  • National care provider with 155+ branches
  • CQC regulated services
  • Thousands of 5-star reviews from families
  • Carefully selected carers with compassion and empathy
  • Flexible support tailored to individual needs
  • Home care services available in Barking
    Live-in care

    Personalised one-to-one support from a fully qualified carer living with you in your home. Helping you to continue to live life on your terms.

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    • Round the clock 24/7 care
    • Handpicked carers selected for their patience, kindness and empathy​
    • Peace of mind for families
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    Hourly visiting care

    Visits from 30 minutes a week so you can continue to live well at home. Support tailored to your needs from personal care and light housekeeping to help getting out and about.

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    • Flexible care to suit your needs and routines
    • Support with managing conditions or medications
    • Companionship as well as care
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    GET THE INFORMATION YOU NEED
    Branch information

    View your local branches details including location, opening times and services offered.

    Understanding care costs

    Get a clear overview of costs and what affects pricing, so you can plan with confidence.

    Not sure what type of care you need? Request a brochure and read about our services in your own time.

    Supporting people living in Barking

    While we do not have a physical branch in Barking, care in the area is coordinated by our Rainham branch, working with carers who support people across the local community.

    Nicola King
    Nicola King

    Branch Care Manager

    I started at Helping Hands as a carer and worked my way to Branch Care Manager over 3 years. I lead my team to deliver...

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    Angie Austin
    Angie Austin

    Area Care Manager

    Hello, my name is Angie and I am the branch care manager for the Brentwood branch. I am married and we have 3 fur-babies. My...

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    Paul Sewell
    Paul Sewell

    Head of Operations

    Paul Sewell is the Head of Operations for East.

    Matt Bristow
    Matt Bristow

    Divisional Director

    As the Divisional Director, it is my role to lead a hugely skilled care team operating in London, Essex and the South East, ensuring the...

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    What families say about our care
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    Fully regulated care supporting Barking

    Care services supporting families in Barking are delivered by our Rainham branch, which is fully regulated by the CQC.

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    High-quality home care in Barking

    We are always aiming to better ourselves and our service, and we strive to be the highest-quality care available to you in Barking. That's why we're proud to offer a wide variety of care plans that can adapt to your specific situation. Do you have dementia? Our dementia care has got your back with our expert quality care and compassionate carers who will try to make your beloved home as dementia-friendly as possible.

    Because we've been around since 1989, we have over 35 years of experience in being there for you in Barking. We're dedicated to helping our customers to remain in the homes and communities they love as comfortably and independently as possible. You don't always need to relocate to a care home if you're struggling right now, and Helping Hands can provide another option for you that allows you to continue to enjoy your life with family and friends in Barking.

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    24/7 live-in care support

    Our live-in care is perfect for you if you need full-time, around-the-clock support that's there for you at any time during the day or night. Our live-in care offers continuous support that can help with personal care, such as hygiene or getting dressed in the morning. We'll help to form a consistent and healthy routine that can include light exercise to help with your mobility, a healthy eating plan, or even a scheduled time to get involved in your favourite hobbies like gardening or exploring Barking.

    We know it can be overwhelming to invite a stranger to move into your home, so we try to match you with a carer who suits your personality, preferences, and even sense of humour! This way, the relationship between you and your carer will feel comfortable and genuine, and you may even be welcoming a lifelong friend into your home.

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    Why Helping Hands is better than a care agency in Barking

    We're proud to say that our care is always straightforward and reassuring, not complicated or stressful. Care is what we do best, after all! Many people choose us because they want care that feels straightforward and reassuring, not complicated or stressful. Our service is fully managed, taking care of everything behind the scenes, from recruiting and training carers to organising schedules and providing cover when needed with our respite care.

    Our costs and pricing are transparent too, with no hidden charges, but fully clear from the start of your care. You can view our prices on our website, or you can always contact our friendly team to hear more about them. Or, we're always happy to welcome you into one of our in-person stores, where we can get to know you, what you're looking for, and which care plan could work best for you.

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    Qualified carers providing a variety of care services in Barking

    Our carers are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we place such strong emphasis on supporting and developing our teams. Ongoing training, regular guidance, and clear opportunities for career progression ensure every carer feels confident, valued, and well prepared.

    We always choose the most compassionate, skilled and experienced carers to join us, and we take their training seriously. We're certain that our carers are the best people around to offer brilliant care, and we're ready to get the ball rolling on yours in Barking.

    Supporting communities across Barking

    Our carers provide home care in Barking and nearby areas including these locations.

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    FAQs

    Home care in Barking is professional support provided in your own home, helping you or a loved one stay safe, comfortable and independent without needing to move into residential care. It can be arranged as regular visiting care, occasional support, respite care, or full-time live-in care, depending on your needs.

    With Helping Hands, care is built around your routine, so support can include anything from help getting up in the morning to companionship, meal preparation, medication prompts, mobility support and personal care.

    Home care can include a wide range of practical, personal and emotional support. This may include help with washing, dressing, toileting, medication prompts, preparing meals, light housework, shopping, attending appointments, mobility support and companionship.

    Care can be flexible, from short visits during the week to several visits a day or live-in care. The right level of support will depend on your needs, routines and preferences.

    A carer can help with everyday tasks that have become difficult to manage alone. This might include getting in and out of bed, washing and dressing, preparing meals, moving safely around the home, taking medication, keeping the house tidy, going shopping, attending appointments or simply having someone there for companionship.

    The aim is to provide the right amount of support while helping you maintain independence, dignity and confidence at home.

    The cost of home care in Barking depends on the type and amount of support you need. Helping Hands’ visiting care prices currently start from £32.40 per hour, with visits available from 30 minutes, and live-in care currently starts from £1,675 per week for one person. A call-out or travel charge may also apply.

    Because everyone’s needs are different, the best way to get an accurate price is to arrange a care assessment. This helps create a tailored care plan and a clear breakdown of costs before care begins.

    Home care can be cheaper than a care home, especially if you only need support for part of the day or a few times a week. Age UK says privately arranged home care can cost around £25 per hour, while residential care averages around £949 per week and nursing home care around £1,267 per week, although costs vary by area and needs.

    For people who need round-the-clock support, live-in care may be closer in cost to residential care, but it allows you to remain in your own home, keep familiar routines and receive one-to-one support.

    Yes. Helping Hands states that its service is regulated by the Care Quality Commission, or CQC, in England and the Care Inspectorate Wales, or CIW, in Wales. These regulators monitor care providers to make sure they meet required standards for safety, quality and care delivery.

    Individual branch ratings can vary, so it is always worth checking the relevant local branch profile when arranging care in Barking.

    Home care in Barking can often be arranged quickly, depending on your needs, location and carer availability. In many cases, care can begin within a few days, and urgent support may be possible sooner following an assessment.

    The first step is usually a conversation about your situation, followed by a care assessment and a personalised care plan. This helps make sure the right support is in place from the start.

    Speak to our care team

    If you're exploring care options in Barking, our team can help you understand the support available and answer any questions you may have. Call our care team today.

    01708 548745
    Branch information
    Address

    Studio 13, CEME Innovation Centre, Marsh Way, Hackney, RM13 8EU

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    Opening times
    Monday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Tuesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wednesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Thursday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Friday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Monday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Tuesday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Wednesday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Thursday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Friday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed