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Visiting care and home care in Folkestone

Since 1989, Helping Hands have been caring for people up and down the country, making sure they are safe and well in their own homes. From support with the symptoms of dementia to assistance with keeping in touch with friends and doing your weekly shop, our home care in Folkestone can help with all elements of visiting care that not only caters to your physical needs but to your emotional and psychological needs too.

We understand that care needs can arise quickly or swiftly change if you become unwell or your situation changes. That’s why we offer flexible support plans that adapt around you and your requirements so that you never have to worry about not getting the care that you need. We can also provide quick starts if your regular care giver is unavailable or you’ve been let down by another care provider – simply give us a call and we can arrange a home visit, usually within 24 hours if you need urgent assistance.

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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 Folkestone

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Folkestone, 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 Folkestone
    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 Folkestone
    Sarah Pennington
    Sarah Pennington

    Branch Care Manager

    My role is the registered branch manager of Folkestone. My responsibilities are to support the office staff with the smooth running of the branch, recruiting...

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    Alison Jones
    Alison Jones

    Area Care Manager

    As an area care manager, I have operational and financial responsibility for the branches in my region. It is my role to lead and motivate...

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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 Folkestone

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

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    Home care in Folkestone

    Since 1989, Helping Hands have been caring for people up and down the country, making sure they are safe and well in their own homes. From support with the symptoms of dementia to assistance with keeping in touch with friends and doing your weekly shop, our carers can help with all elements of home care in Folkestone that not only caters to your physical needs but to your emotional and psychological needs too.

    We understand that care needs can arise quickly or swiftly change if you become unwell or your situation changes. That’s why we offer flexible support plans that adapt around you and your requirements so that you never have to worry about not getting the care that you need. We can also provide quick starts if your regular care giver is unavailable or you’ve been let down by another home care provider – simply give us a call and we can arrange a home visit, usually within 24 hours if you need urgent assistance.

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    Live-in care in Folkestone for 24-hour support

    For round-the-clock support, live-in care in Folkestone can give all of you the extra reassurance that you’re getting specialised, quality care without having to leave the comfort of your own home.

    Having a live-in carer on hand means that you have 24-hour support at home, day or night. This is a direct alternative to moving into a care home, where you wouldn’t have as much independence as living at home with your carer.

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    Care Agency Folkestone

    By choosing a live-in care service like Helping Hands, you will be provided with continuity of care, something that many care agencies don’t offer. We are not a care agency and we have been providing care as a private care home service since 1989. This means we directly recruit our carers – so we make sure we employ the best people to care for you. Plus, there are no hidden costs, referral fees and unnecessary paperwork.

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    Private Care in Folkestone

    You’re always in control with private care from Helping Hands, right from the moment you first contact us. Your friendly local care team will ensure that you are cared for expertly, whether you choose visiting or live-in care, and because we’ve always been a private company rather than an agency we’re also fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission and Care Inspectorate Wales. We directly employ all of our carers meaning they feel valued in their work and channel that motivation into the compassionate care of their customers, so there’s no need for you to feel you have to move into residential care when expert support in your own home is just a call away.

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    Fully qualified home carers in Folkestone

    To ensure that you get the very best home care, we are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the governing body for care in England. They monitor us for the safety and delivery of our care services, making sure we are responsive, effective and doing the things we say we’ll do.

    The CQC also looks at our training programmes and how we train our carers, so that we can continue to meet the high standard of care expected. To achieve this level, we provide mandatory in-house training to all of our new recruits, which involves modules on manual handling, dementia care, personal care, medication, first aid and safeguarding. Moreover, we are quite selective when choosing who comes to work for us, only asking those who are genuinely kind, compassionate and thoughtful to join us. That way, we can have every confidence in all of our carers putting, you, our customers, first whilst providing exceptional care with the support of our in-depth training programmes.

    Supporting communities across Folkestone

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

    FAQs

    Home care in Folkestone 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 Folkestone 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 Folkestone.

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

    01303 802685
    Branch information
    Address

    Helping Hands Folkestone, Unit 8, Town Walk, Folkestone, CT20 2AA

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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