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Visiting care and home care in Leigh

With a rich industrial heritage that consisted of agriculture, domestic spinning, silk, and cotton, Leigh was also considered important in engineering and coal. Despite now being largely residential, the town still contains elements of its historic past, such as the Victorian terraced cottages and red brick mills - many of which are listed.

Already well-established in the Lancashire area, our visiting and live-in care services are fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission and Care Inspectorate Wales.

Helping Hands have a rich history of our own, although not quite as far back as the 19th century! We were established in 1989 to meet the need for a high-quality home care service across England and Wales, and since then we have grown to encompass 155 local branches.

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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 Leigh

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

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

    Jacquie Mushayahama
    Jacquie Mushayahama

    Branch Care Manager

    A highly experienced and dedicated Registered Care Manager with 16 years of progressive leadership within the health and social care sector. Proven track record in...

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    Alexandra Flynn
    Alexandra Flynn

    Branch Care Manager

    Hi, I'm Alexandra, but you can call me Alex. I have worked in Macclesfield for five years now, and I spend a lot of social...

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    George Sandhu
    George Sandhu

    Head of Operations

    George is the Head of Operations at Bolton.

    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 Leigh

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

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    High quality home care in Leigh

    If you asked them, most people would always prefer to remain in their own home for additional care and support rather than having to move into residential care. With Helping Hands, you get the best of both worlds – exceptional care from a UK-wide company delivered in the comfort and safety of your own home. Our carers are amazing and will do everything they can to ensure your daily routine runs as smoothly as possible, whether that’s your personal care, housework, medication, mobility, or so much more.

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    24/7 live in care support

    Live-in care makes an incredible difference to your life. By having someone residing in your home, days follow your routine, and your life flows around how you like to live. Regardless of what time you want to get out of bed, eat your meals, visit your friends, or have your housekeeping carried out, you remain in control at all times. Live-in care doesn’t just mean reassurance for you though, your loved ones near and far will be comforted to know that you’re never alone at home.

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    Why Helping Hands is better than a care agency in Leigh

    Care agencies aren’t particularly renowned for providing excellent standards of care and customer service – thank goodness Helping Hands isn’t a care agency then! We’ve been providing the highest quality home care since 1989, to people who want to remain at home while having the support they need to live their lives. Care agencies don’t employ their own carers or provide in-house assessment, so you may be at the mercy of an untrained, unchecked person coming into your home. Don’t take the chance, let Helping Hands’ expert care be there for you across Leigh.

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    Qualified carers providing a variety of care services in Leigh

    It’s not a coincidence that our carers are constantly getting amazing reviews, in fact you only have to check out some of the 5000 reviews we have on TrustPilot to see that our local care teams put their heart and soul into ensuring our customers live well. We work hard to promote your independence and ensure that you remain in control of your care routine, and because we provide our carers with compulsory training and upskilling that builds on their existing knowledge, we can be sure that our care remains consistent across the whole of England and Wales.

    Supporting communities across Leigh

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

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    FAQs

    Home care in Leigh 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 Leigh 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 Leigh.

    Home care in Leigh 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.

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    If you're exploring care options in Leigh, 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 Bolton, Office 5 The Courtyard, Calvin Street, Leigh, BL1 8PB

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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