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Visiting care and home care in Lambeth

Well known as the home of the Archbishop of Canterbury, in the palace that bears the borough’s name, Lambeth is an area steeped in history. The area was first recorded in 1062 as ‘Lambehitha’ and in the Domesday Book as ‘Lanchei’, but by 1255 it was known as Lambeth. The historic names refer to a riverbank, quay, or harbour where lambs were shipped to and from, suggesting Lambeth’s importance as a place of trade.

Helping Hands have had a presence in nearby parts of London for decades so we thought we should explore Lambeth a bit more closely. We respect the history of the areas that we’re established in as we value our own, and although ours only began in 1989 we feel we have built up an expert knowledge of how best to care for people in their own homes. Our visiting and live-in care services are fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission and the Care Inspectorate Wales, so you and your loved ones can have absolute faith in our service.

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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 Lambeth

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

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

    Jacqueline McPherson
    Jacqueline McPherson

    Branch Care Manager

    I have worked with Helping Hands for four years, progressing from Carer to Branch Care Manager. Working in the care sector has given me the...

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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

    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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    Fully regulated care supporting Lambeth

    Care services supporting families in Lambeth are delivered by our Kensington & Chelsea branch, which is fully regulated by the CQC.

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    High quality home care in Lambeth

    Our high-quality home care in Lambeth really is second to none, as we’ve spent decades getting to know how best to support people at home. We focus on keeping our customers as independent as possible in the home they love while supporting them with every aspect of their daily routine, such as housekeeping, personal care, medication management, and meal preparation. We also help our customers to enjoy their local community as they always have done, for instance accompanying them to appointments and activities, or just going out for coffee and cake.

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    24/7 live in care support

    When you have someone living in your home with you, you may be concerned that it will feel awkward, but we can assure you that our live-in carers are chosen for their natural qualities of compassion, kindness, and diplomacy. They will understand when you’d rather be on your own for a while or when you’d prefer privacy with a friend or loved one, and they’ll never overstep boundaries or make you feel your home isn’t your own. Rather, they’ll enable you to remain living in the place that means the world to you, rather than having to move into residential care.

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    Why Helping Hands is better than a care agency in Lambeth

    While care agencies have their place, we’ve never been one, preferring to offer our services to our customers as a fully regulated private home care company. This is important because it means that we can guarantee our exceptional service levels, such as assuring you there won’t be any hidden charges or unexpected fees such as you may get with a care agency. Most importantly though we employ all of our carers ourselves, rather than expecting them to be self-employed or leaving it up to our customers to organise.

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    Qualified carers providing a variety of care services in Lambeth

    Our carers in Lambeth are very special people as we’re careful to only employ those who share our ethos for delivering exceptional care, while keeping our customers as independent as they can be. This is only possible because we recruit and employ our own carers, rather than relying on an agency to do it for us. By managing our own recruitment, selection, and training processes ourselves we can be sure that we have the very best people working for us, and by encouraging them to learn and develop over time we know they’ll be motivated to stay and build a career with us.

    FAQs

    Home care in Lambeth 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 Lambeth 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 Lambeth.

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

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    Branch information
    Address

    Helping Hands Kensington & Chelsea, Unit F, 151 Freston Road, Lambeth, W10 6TH

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    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