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Visiting care and home care in Reading

As the largest town without city status in the UK, there is more to Reading than meets the eye. Made famous for the 3B’s – beer, bulbs and biscuits – it was home to the first ever Little Chef restaurant, and is now a residence for a dedicated team of Helping Hands carers.

Whether you need regular support throughout the week via our visiting care service or someone on hand whenever you need them with our live-in care service, our Reading team will work closely with you to find the right solution for you. We specialise in home care that fits entirely around you and your routine, enabling you to live independently.

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Quality care supporting families in Reading

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Reading, 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 Reading
    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
    Supporting people living in Reading

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

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    Fully regulated care supporting Reading

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

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    Quality home care in Reading

    Whether you need support with your agency care, housekeeping or getting out into your local community, our compassionate team of Reading carers is here to ensure that you can live your life on your terms and in the comfort of your own home.

    We understand how important it is for you to feel safe and independent in your home; that’s why the team will work with you to provide a bespoke package of care that is built entirely around you and your needs. Wondering about the cost of care?

    With over 35 years’ experience supporting thousands of families across England and Wales, our Reading team are fully equipped to cater for conditions ranging from dementia, acquired neurological injuries, mental health, cerebral palsy and many more.

    So whether you need visits that are little and often to help you around the house or clinical support such as PEG feeding or stroke aftercare, the team are here to ensure that you can continue to live the life you want to – just with a little help along the way.

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    Better than a care agency in Reading

    Being a private care provider, rather than a care agency, means that at Helping Hands, we employ and pay our carers directly and take full responsibility for their general well-being.

    Often, care agencies will require clients to pay their carers directly. This results in all sorts of unexpected and unwanted fees and paperwork that can often become time-consuming and stressful.

    With home care from Helping Hands, we take care of all the fiddly admin, and we make sure our carers are always well looked after, ensuring that they’re able to focus on providing you or your loved one with the best possible care.

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    Live-in care Reading

    We understand that when the need arises for more intensive support, it can be distressing for you and your loved ones – especially if you feel that residential care isn’t the most suitable option for you. With live-in care from our Reading team, one of our dedicated carers will live with you in your home to ensure that you have the round-the-clock support you need to feel safe and independent at home and out in the local community.

    Live-in care from our Reading team is more than just practical care; your mental wellbeing matters too. We’ll work with you to find a carer that shares your personality, hobbies and interests, so you have more than just a carer; you’ll have a friend. So if football is your passion and you want to head out to the Madejski Stadium and cheer on your team, we’ll be right there with you in a blue and white scarf.

    And with the support of our clinical nurses, our Reading team are fully equipped to support with more complex care requirements such as PEG feeding and catheter care, so you can rest assured that you’re in good hands.

    To find out what live-in care is, click here.

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    Private care Reading

    Whether you decide to have private care on a visiting care or live-in care basis, Helping Hands’ dedicated and compassionate carers will ensure that you get to live your life in the best way you can, in the home you love.

    If the thought of moving to residential care fills you with worry, you need to know that you can remain in your own home and receive care for any level of condition, from the most complex to simple companionship. Your care is always tailored exactly to your needs, and thanks to your bespoke support plan, your carers will always ensure your care follows your routines and preferences.

    So if you’re adamant you should remain at home to receive your care, then so are we, and our local care team can make this a reality for you. You call the shots – from mealtimes to bedtimes, and it’ll always be that way, as you’ll forever be at the centre of your care journey.

    Supporting communities across Reading

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

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    Whether you need support with your agency care, housekeeping or getting out into your local community, our compassionate team of Reading carers are here to ensure that you are able to live your life on your terms, and in the comfort of your own home.

    We understand how important it is for you to feel safe and independent in your home, that’s why the team will work with you to provide a bespoke package of care that is built entirely around you and your needs. Wondering about the cost of care?

    With over 30 years’ experience supporting thousands of families across England and Wales, our Reading team are fully equipped to cater for conditions ranging from dementia, acquired neurological injuries, mental health, cerebral palsy and many more.

    So whether you need visits that are little and often to help you around the house or clinical support such as PEG feeding or stroke aftercare, the team are here to ensure that you can continue to live the life you want to – just with a little help along the way.

    Being a private care provider, rather than a care agency, means that at Helping Hands we employ and pay our carers directly and take full responsibility for their general wellbeing.

    Often care agencies will require clients to pay their carers directly. This results in all sorts of unexpected and unwanted fees and paperwork that can often become time-consuming and stressful.

    With home care from Helping Hands, we take care of all the fiddly admin and we make sure our carers are always well looked after, ensuring that they’re able to focus on providing you or your loved one with the best possible care.

    We understand that when the need arises for more intensive support, it can be distressing for you and your loved ones – especially if you feel that residential care isn’t the most suitable option for you. With live in care from our Reading team, one of our dedicated carers will live with you in your home to ensure that you have the round-the-clock support you need to feel safe and independent at home and out in the local community.

    Live-in care from our Reading team is more than just practical care; your mental wellbeing matters too. We’ll work with you to find a carer that shares your personality, hobbies and interests, so you have more than just a carer; you’ll have friendship. So if football is your passion and you want to head out to the Madejski Stadium and cheer on your team, we’ll be right there with you in a blue and white scarf.

    And with the support of our clinical nurses, our Reading team are fully equipped to support with more complex care requirements such as PEG feeding and catheter care, so you can rest assured that you’re in good hands.

    To find out what is live in care, click here.

    Whether you decide to have private care on a visiting care or live-in care basis, Helping Hands’ dedicated and compassionate carers will ensure that you get to live your life in the best way you can, in the home you love.

    If the thought of moving to residential care fills you with worry you need to know that you can remain in your own home and receive care for any level of condition, from the most complex down to simple companionship. Your care is always tailored exactly to your needs and thanks to your bespoke support plan your carers will always ensure your care follows your routines and preferences.

    So if you’re adamant you should remain at home to receive your care then so are we, and our local care team can make this a reality for you. You call the shots – from mealtimes to bedtimes, and it’ll always be that way, as you’ll forever be at the centre of your care journey.

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    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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    Helping Hands Reading, 450 Brook Drive, Landmark Building, Green Park, Reading, RG2 6UU

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