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Visiting care and home care in Dorridge

Whilst Dorridge in its present community didn’t exist until the middle of the 19th century, there were certainly people living sporadically in the area a lot longer ago than that. An axe dating back to 1300BC was found nearby and cottages exist from the 16th century, but it was thanks to the arrival of the railway that Dorridge grew to its present size and prominence.

Helping Hands are familiar with small beginnings and steady growth, as we were founded in 1989 in Alcester, Warwickshire and are now established all across England and Wales. Our visiting care service can come to you from just 30 minutes a week, or we can provide live-in care for all of your needs, so regardless of how we can support you, talk to us today.

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Branch information

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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 Dorridge

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Dorridge, 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 Dorridge
    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
    Learn about visiting care
    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 Dorridge
    helena.wainman@helpinghands.co.uk
    helena.wainman@helpinghands.co.uk

    Branch Care Manager

    My main role is to ensure that we provide a high quality of care and a safe service. I make sure that the branches run...

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    Adam Wilkins
    Adam Wilkins

    Divisional Director

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

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    Fully regulated care supporting Dorridge

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

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    Home Care in Dorridge

    Over the last 30 years we have provided care at home to over 40,0000 customers which demonstrates our pedigree as the true home care experts. If you’d rather stay in the home you love to receive the care you need, then talk to Helping Hands about how we could be supporting you or your loved ones. We’re also fully regulated by the CQC and CIW which sees us regularly exceed our own high standards for delivering home care to our customers, and our compassionate carers make the real difference to so many people’s lives, every single day.

    We can support you in and around Dorridge, Bentley Heath, Hockley Heath, Nuthurst, Earlswood, Cheswick Green, and the surrounding areas.

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    Specialised Live-in Care for Your Benefit

    Our compassionate live-in carers are never under your feet, as when they are living in your home with you they are always discreet; recognising when you need some time to yourself or to spend with loved ones. If you want to avoid having to go into a care home or you’d appreciate someone with you around the clock, then our live-in care in Dorridge service could be the answer.

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    Better Than a Care Agency in Dorridge

    We’re confident in our carers to deliver the best care possible to our customers in their own homes, as our carers feel valued and highly motivated to work for such an expert home care company. We’ve been established for over 30 years and our long history has allowed us to become knowledgeable about every aspect of care, so no matter what condition you’re living with, our service can help. We never surprise our customers with hidden costs or referral fees as our fully regulated and managed service means we are not an agency, we’re proud to be a private home care company who will always put you first.

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    Expert Dementia Care

    With dementia care, our compassionate carers can offer support to anyone living with dementia, whether you’ve recently been diagnosed or if you’re further along your journey. We can be with you every step of the way as your condition progresses, offering specialist assistance due to our more than 30 years’ experience of caring for people living with dementia. We can help you to live your best life possible at home, supporting you to create, preserve and reflect on memories, as well as practical help such as personal care, meal preparation and mobility support.

    Supporting communities across Dorridge

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

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    FAQs

    Home care in Dorridge 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 Dorridge 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 Dorridge.

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

    0121 368 5611
    Branch information
    Address

    10 Arden Building, Station Road, Dorridge, B93 8HH

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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
    Other care covered