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Home care in Pickering

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Visiting care and home care in Pickering

Pickering is ideally situated near some of the UK’s best beaches, forests, attractive market towns, and exciting attractions. With plenty to see and do in the local area it’s no surprise Helping Hands wanted to get to know Pickering better! The whole family can be kept entertained thanks to Pickering’s proximity to the stunning Yorkshire coast and North Yorkshire Moors, with heritage links that go back to William the Conqueror and Oliver Cromwell.

We decided to explore this beautiful county better because we knew there would be other people in the area who didn’t know how we can help. With our visiting and live-in care services providing the care and support to keep you independent in the home you love, and fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission and Care Inspectorate Wales, we really are the home care experts.

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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 Pickering

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

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

    Andrea Gadd
    Andrea Gadd

    Branch Care Manager

    Andrea Gadd is the Branch Care Manager for York.

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    Michelle Dutton

    Area Care Manager

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    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 Pickering

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

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    High quality home care in Pickering

    Whether you need us for a short respite stay now and again, daily support, are thinking about longer-term care, or would prefer someone around the clock, we can be there for you and your loved ones’ reassurance. Because we’ve been providing exceptional care in our customers’ homes since 1989, we have the knowledge and expertise to ensure you live as comfortably as possible at home. Despite growing to manage 155 branches, we still hold dear the values for providing superlative care that we were founded with more than 30 years ago.

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    24/7 live in care support

    Live-in care means a carer lives in your home with you around the clock. This can be such a reassurance to both you and your loved ones that you’re never left alone, while making sure that your daily routine continues uninterrupted. Your carer will be able to undertake every aspect of your housekeeping, laundry, personal care, and medication requirements, while making sure you eat nutritious meals, keep hydrated, and enjoy your local community. You may have always enjoyed a walk in the park, going to the theatre, or meeting friends, and your carer will be able to support you to live as you always used to.

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    Why Helping Hands is better than a care agency in Pickering

    Care agencies are referral organisations who have no real involvement in your care journey. They’ll charge you a fee to find you a self-employed carer, or worse, expect you to employ them yourself, when all you should be focussing on is living well. Helping Hands has never been a care agency; we’re a private home care company who source, recruit, employ, and train our carers ourselves, because that way we can be sure that our care and support always remains of a consistently high level.

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    Qualified carers providing a variety of care services in Pickering

    We’re very particular about the people we employ as carers. We put them through their paces, expecting them to have natural qualities of compassion and kindness, as well as a dedication to the wellbeing of others. It’s not all one-sided though; we support our carers to be the best they can be for our customers, giving them regular opportunities to refresh their skills, build on their knowledge, and develop their careers. After all, motivated carers will provide the highest quality care at all times, and we’re dedicated to helping them do that.

    Supporting communities across Pickering

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

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    FAQs

    Home care in Pickering 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 Pickering 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 Pickering.

    Home care in Pickering 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 Pickering, 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

    6 Odsal House, Front Street, Pickering, YO24 3BL

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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
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