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Visiting care and home care in Croydon

Birthplace to the creator of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Croydon is within easy reach of the hustle and bustle of London’s centre. But with one of the busiest stations in London outside of Zone 1, navigating your way around your local community can be difficult if you’re in need of a little extra support. With person-centred home care available across the area, the team of dedicated private carers are here to help you feel safe and supported both at home and out in the local community.

Choose from either our home care service for short, regular visits to fit in with your schedule or more in-depth support from our live-in care service, which covers 24-hour home care.

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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 Croydon

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Croydon, 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 Croydon
    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 Croydon
    Christina Bentley
    Christina Bentley

    Branch Care Manager

    As Branch Manager for Croydon, my goal is to ensure every customer's independence is supported in their own home. My dedicated team provides person-centred care...

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    Christien Ingrosso
    Christien Ingrosso

    Area Care Manager

    Hi, I am Christien Ingrosso and I'm the Area Care Manager for the South East region. As an area care manager, it is my role...

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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

    Matt Bristow is Divisional Director at Helping Hands, bringing over 20 years of leadership experience across retail, healthcare, and care services. Having started his career...

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    What families say about our care
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    Fully regulated care supporting Croydon

    Our Croydon branch is fully regulated and accredited by the CQC.

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    Home Care in Croydon

    Have you started to find more difficulty in keeping on top of your housework recently? Perhaps you’ve started to notice weaknesses in your mobility and you’re nervous about being by yourself at home. With person-centred care from the team, we’ll create a package of home care that is built entirely around you and your needs so that you always feel safe, supported and independent at home.

    With experience supporting a multitude of different conditions ranging from motor neurone disease, cerebral palsy, myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), acquired brain injuries and many more, our Croydon team are here to pop in and give you the support you need, as often as you need it. Whether you’re looking for assistance with getting in and out of bed, or you need someone to accompany you out to your GP or hospital appointments – we’ll be there for you.

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    24/7 Live-in Care

    Our aim is to ensure that anybody who needs a little extra support is able to receive just that without having the leave the comfort of their own home. With a tailored live-in care package that is designed to fit around your existing schedule and routines, our live-in care in Croydon team will live with you in your home to ensure that you always have someone to call on. What’s more, we’ll work closely with you to ensure that we match you with a carer that is compatible with your personality, hobbies and interests – so you’ll have more than just practical support; you’ll gain a friend. So if you want someone to accompany you whilst you take your beloved dog out for a walk around Wandle Park or a friendly face to enjoy a crossword puzzle with – we’ll be there for you.

    Whether you live alone, as a couple or with your beloved pet, a live-in carer can become a part of your daily routine and also part of your extended family. Our unintrusive, person-centred care packages ensure that you and your loved ones have peace of mind knowing that you are safe at home and being encouraged to live your life entirely on your terms.

    Discover more on what is live-in care here.

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    Why We're Better than a Care Agency in Croydon

    We value our home carers highly and you’ll see the difference this makes when they come to your home, being motivated to deliver our services compassionately. They’ll support you in every way they can to ensure that you live your very best life possible in the home you love, and that’s the type of service you only get from a private home care company with over 30 years of experience, rather than an agency. Because we aren’t an agency we employ all of our carers directly, meaning you are supported by highly motivated staff who will always focus on you as the priority. We value our carers and support them so that they can support you, and our mission is always “Our care makes it possible for you to live safely at home”.

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    Private Care Services in Croydon

    At Helping Hands, we began caring for people in their own homes in 1989, and from the beginning we’ve been delivering outstanding, person-centred care to thousands of customers across the whole of England and Wales. Our fully managed care service will safeguard your wellbeing, because our amazing carers frequently go above and beyond to ensure your life at home continues to the highest possible standards. We’ve never been a home care agency; instead, we are a private company who directly employ our carers so that you don’t have to worry about who pays their wages. You’ll receive the best possible care in your own home, and even when your bill arrives you won’t be unpleasantly surprised by hidden costs or referral fees, as our costings are always transparent and easily to understand.

    Supporting communities across Croydon

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

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    FAQs

    Home care in Croydon 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 Croydon depends on the type and amount of support you need. Helping Hands’ visiting care prices start from £32.40 per hour, with visits available from 30 minutes, and live-in care starts from £1,675 per week for one person, based on the supplied pricing. 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 figures supplied for comparison suggest 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 Croydon.

    Home care in Croydon 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 Croydon, our team can help you understand the support available and answer any questions you may have. Call our care team today.

    020 3811 6099
    Branch information
    Address

    Helping Hands Croydon, Southbridge House, Southbridge Place, Croydon, CR0 4HA

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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