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Home care in Dorchester

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01202 129275

Lines open until 5:30 PM

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01202 129275

Visiting care and home care in Dorchester

The County town of Dorset, Dorchester has a rich history dating back to the Iron Age and was also the birthplace of poet and author Thomas Hardy, whose ‘Casterbridge’ of his novels was based on the town. Hardy’s birthplace museum is just outside of Dorchester, in Higher Bockhampton, and there are many other museums and places of historic interest to fill a visit to the area. Helping Hands has been established in Dorset for quite some time and we felt it was important to further make our services known in the county town and surrounding area. With our flexible visiting and home care services we can support anyone who wishes to receive care at home, no matter what their condition or complexity of care required.

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Quality care at home

From short term support to longer term visits and live-in care, our Dorchester team can help.

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.

Branches nationwide

Over 155 branches across the UK means we're local to you.

Fully regulated

Regulated by the Care Quality Commission and Care Inspectorate Wales, giving you peace of mind that we meet the highest standards of service and care.

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot

Thousands of our customers have shared their experiences of care with us on customer review site Trustpilot with Helping Hands rated 4.7 out of 5.

Handpicked carers

We only employ those special people with the right levels of patience, empathy, and compassion to care for you as we'd want our own families to be cared for.

Care that's tailored to you

We know that good care means something different to each of us. That's why we take the time to get to know you and your family to understand your needs and preferences.

Supporting families

When finding care becomes a decision for the wider family, we can help you consider your options. We keep in touch once care is in place so we can adapt care as needs change.

Our Services
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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Meet the Dorchester care team
Adam Wilkins
Adam Wilkins

Divisional Director

Hi, I'm Adam and as Regional Care Director, I'm responsible for making sure that all the customers we help are looked after brilliantly. In order...

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Fully regulated by the CQC

Our Dorchester branch is fully regulated and accredited by the CQC

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Home Care Dorchester

Our highly qualified team will work with you to provide a personalised care plan that puts your needs at the centre. Whether your loved one is living with dementia and you are concerned for their wellbeing at home, or you simply need some extra support in getting out and about in your local community; our Dorchester team are here to give you the support you need, when you need it.

With each of our carers completing an industry-leading training programme, our Dorchester team are fully equipped to provide high-quality support for Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, cerebral palsy, mental health conditions and many more.

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Better than a care agency in Dorchester

When you receive care from an agency you are risking putting yourself in the hands of people who may not be CQC regulated or offer a fully managed service. Helping Hands has never been an agency; we employ all of our carers directly, believing that caring for them makes for happier and more motivated staff who have a passion for passing on that care to our customers. You’ll never be subject to ‘introductory’ fees or other hidden costs with us, all of our prices are transparently displayed, and when we supply your bespoke quote, that is what you’ll pay, so there will be no nasty surprises when your bill arrives.

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Emergency care in Dorchester

When you need emergency care, time is of the essence, and you’ll be wanting a quick turnaround from first contact to a carer being in your home. With Helping Hands’ Dorchester team, you will be handled with care from the moment you contact us, so you can be sure our professional and empathetic care team will seamlessly guide you throughout the process. Whether your regular carer needs a break, or your family are going on holiday, we can have emergency care in your home within 24 hours.

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Private care in Dorchester

With private care at home from Helping Hands, you can be confident that all of your care needs will be supported, without the need to leave the home you love and move into a nursing or care home. Whether you need around-the-clock support with a live-in carer or regular visits from your local care team, we believe that everyone has the right to live within the comforts of their own home, regardless of the complexity of their care needs.

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Overnight care for continuous support

Whether you have complex care needs or you are uncomfortable being alone in the hours of darkness, we can provide you with overnight care, on a live-in or visiting basis. Our amazing carers can support you with every aspect of your routine, including personal care, meal preparation or mobility support, and one-to-one nightly care means someone is there to assist with toilet breaks, administering medication or moving position in bed. This means you or your loved one can rest comfortably without worry.

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Fully-trained carers in Dorchester

Our carers are very special people, because we only choose the best to look after our customers. Selected and recruited locally, it’s important that our carers have naturally occurring empathy and compassion, and we will train them when they join us to ensure that they are fully prepared to support our customers. Our fully managed care service is regulated by the Care Quality Commission and Care Inspectorate Wales, so you can be totally confident in our ability to support you to the very highest standards.

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Address

Unit 2 Fleetswood Court, Dorchester, BH15 3EE

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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