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Visiting care and home care in Harborne

Harborne has a multitude of bars, restaurants and shops that keep the area bustling and lively. Located in southwest Birmingham, the Harborne Carnival is an annual event described as ‘one of Britain’s biggest street carnivals – second only to London’s Notting Hill’. There's also evidence of a Roman fort in the area, so there’s always been plenty going on in Harborne.

We know how important staying in the home you love means to you and how much you’d like to stay in Harborne when receiving healthcare. At Helping Hands, we can provide superb care straight to your doorstep. With over 150 branches across the UK and over 35 years of experience, we’re confident in our caregiving abilities. We’re also regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), so we’re always communicated with and improved.

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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 Harborne

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Harborne, 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 Harborne
    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 Harborne

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

    Dene Wainman
    Dene Wainman

    Branch Care Manager

    I have been with Helping Hands since July 2023, starting as a Care Coordinator and have since been promoted to Branch Care Manager. I am...

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    Nic Harding
    Nic Harding

    Area Care Manager

    Hi, I'm Nic. I've worked in the care profession since 1999. In this time, I've managed care facilities that specialise in supporting the elderly, frail...

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    George Sandhu
    George Sandhu

    Head of Operations

    George is the Head of Operations at Birmingham.

    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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    What families say about our care
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    Fully regulated care supporting Harborne

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

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    High-quality home care in Harborne

    Our carers can provide support with more medically complex needs you may have with our nursing care such as medication administration, catheter and stoma care, PEG feeding, enema care and much more. Whatever situation you’re going through, we make sure to take the time to understand and see how we can help you the most. While we can also help with the more clinical side of things, we can also provide general housekeeping support, run any errands and even help look after your pets if needed (it’s a perk of the job).

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    24/7 live-in care support

    Live-in care is perfect for you if you feel you need full-time, around-the-clock support that can be there for you, day or night. We know how daunting it is to invite a stranger into your home, so we try to match a carer to your personality and interests. We’re always hearing about how our carers are getting on like a house on fire with our customers and we hope you will benefit from our Helping Hands companionship too.

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    Why Helping Hands is better than a care agency in Harborne

    We’re better because we love what we do and we think we’re pretty good at it if we do say so ourselves. We can offer condition-led care which can support a variety of conditions such as dementia, cancer, strokes, Parkinson’s and much more. Our dementia care can help make your home more dementia friendly by using specific colours and patterns. All our staff go through dementia-specialised training which means we understand the condition and know how different it can be for different people.

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    Qualified carers providing a variety of care services in Harborne

    If you want to know more about our expertly qualified carers, then feel free to browse our website for more information. We welcome you to contact us over the phone or via our seven-day-a-week Live Chat on our website. Or why not visit one of our branches for an in-person chat about it all? We have a branch in Birmingham city centre which is easily accessible and very friendly!

    Supporting communities across Harborne

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

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    FAQs

    Home care in Harborne 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 Harborne 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 Harborne.

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

    0121 514 5275
    Branch information
    Address

    170 High Street, Harborne, Harborne, B17 9PP

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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