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Visiting care and home care in Preston

Situated just above the River Ribble lies the bustling city of Preston, the birthplace of the UK’s motorway network. It became England’s 50th city in the 50th year of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign and has also since become home to one of the UK’s leading home care providers – Helping Hands.

From hourly home care to full-time live-in care, our aim is to ensure that you receive the compassionate, person-centred care that you need, whenever you need it, so that you can remain independent at home. Built on a foundation of family values; combined with expert training, we’ll ensure that you receive the right care for you – whether it’s only for 30 minutes at a time or 24-hour support.

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Quality care supporting families in Preston

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Preston, 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 Preston
    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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    Supporting people living in Preston
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    Fully regulated care supporting Preston

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

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    Preston home care tailored to you

    Here at Helping Hands, we have been providing dedicated, industry-leading home care to thousands of families across the UK for over 30 years. With our specialist knowledge, extensive experience and a team that genuinely cares, we know exactly what it takes to enable you to live the life you want to lead in the comfort of your own home, just with a little help along the way.

    Whether you need a 30-minute drop-in to help you administer your medication, or more intensive support throughout the day to assist you with a more complex condition; the team will work with you to build a care plan that is focused entirely around you and your needs.

    From housekeeping, mobility support and companionship to more advanced conditions such as motor neurone disease, dementia and cerebral palsy, each of our expert home carers complete award-winning training that enables them to support you in the best way for you.

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    Better than a care agency in Preston

    When you opt for a private care provider like Helping Hands in Bridlington for your home care, you’ll have much more control over your care plan than if you partner with a care agency or move to a residential care home. This includes being able to make decisions about the type of care you receive and how often you’ll receive it, as well as smaller details relating to meal preferences and bedtimes. We employ and pay our carers directly, which is something that care agencies don’t tend to do. We believe that the peace of mind that comes from having job security allows our carers to devote more time and energy to providing our customers with the very best home care. Conversely, when you choose a care agency rather than a private care provider, you’ll often be expected to handle your carer’s payments yourself.

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    Private care from our Preston branch

    It goes without saying that, without our remarkable private carers, Helping Hands would not be where it is today. As well as completing a comprehensive training course in areas such as manual handling, health & safety and equality & diversity, each of our carers all possess qualities that cannot always be taught: they are kind, selfless and they genuinely care.

    What’s more, we employ all of our wonderful carers directly and complete full background checks, such as Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) screenings, so you don’t have to worry about any additional paperwork.

    Here at Helping Hands, we are the only private care provider that is endorsed as a Centre of Excellence by Skills for Care, as well as being fully licensed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

    Supporting communities across Preston

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

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    FAQs

    Home care in Preston 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 Preston 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 Preston.

    Home care in Preston 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 oxford, 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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    Unit 3, Cotton Mill Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6LF

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