High-quality care in Rochester from Helping Hands
Rochester is famous for its historic significance and culture with Charles Dickens even basing many of his novels in Rochester, so we know why you don’t want to leave. At Helping Hands, we bring expert care to your doorstep that tailors around your unique needs. With over 150 branches across the UK and over 35 years of experience, we’re committed to being the UK’s leading home care company. We’re also regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), so we’re always kept up to scratch.
Not sure what type of care you need? Request a brochure and read about our services in your own time.
Get a clear overview of costs and what affects pricing, so you can plan with confidence.
Discover why thousands of families trust us for personalised home care across England and Wales.
Supporting people living in Rochester
While we do not have a physical branch in Rochester, care in the area is coordinated by our Maidstone branch, working with carers who support people across the local community.
Katrina Leckie
Branch Care Manager
I oversee the daily operations of our service, managing office and care staff, ensuring compliance with internal and CQC standards, and providing high-quality, personalized care...
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Paul Sewell
Head of Operations
Paul Sewell is the Head of Operations for East.
Matt Bristow
Divisional Director
Matt Bristow is Divisional Director at Helping Hands, bringing over 20 years of leadership experience across retail, healthcare, and care services. Having started his career...
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When to choose elderly care
Elderly care is perfect for you if you feel you need extra support in your golden years. Whether this is just some help around the house and with the day-to-day, or with your more complex medical needs, our carers have got you. We can provide general housekeeping help, prepare your healthy meals, and help form a daily routine for you that can include light exercise and mobility support. We will encourage you to pursue your hobbies, interests and social life so that you can stay involved in the Rochester community.

Expert care tailored to your needs
Our carers are experts at providing high-quality clinical support with our nursing care. We can help with medication administration, catheter and stoma care, enema support and much more. They’re trained by registered nurses so that you’ll be in capable hands under our care. We can help with condition-led care if you have dementia, cancer, strokes or another condition. Our dementia care makes sure to get to know you and your condition so we can adapt a care plan specifically around your needs.

Qualified carers providing elderly care in Rochester
Our carers are all expertly qualified to provide superb health care and we know it’s not a ‘one size fits all’ approach when it comes to care. We get to know you, your family, and your interests so that you can benefit from our warm Helping Hands companionship. We hope you’ll be exploring Rochester Cathedral with your new trusted carer before you know it and are assured that your elderly needs are always taken care of. We can offer live-in care for full-time, 24/7 support or visiting care for scheduled visits. We also offer respite care for temporary support when your caregiver can’t be there for you.
If you feel you have more questions regarding our elderly care in Rochester, then feel free to contact us over the phone or via our Live Chat on our website. It’s seven days a week, so we’re serious about being here for you whenever possible. Or why not come in and visit one of our branches for an in-person chat about it all? We’ll be happy to discuss your options and reassure you that with us, you’re in the best of hands – Helping hands.
Contact usNot sure what type of care you need? Request a brochure and read about our services in your own time.
Get a clear overview of costs and what affects pricing, so you can plan with confidence.
Discover why thousands of families trust us for personalised home care across England and Wales.
FAQs
Elderly home care helps older people stay safe, well and independent in their own Rochester home, from a short daily visit to full live-in care. It covers personal care, medication, meals, mobility and companionship.
Common signs include missed medication, less interest in cooking or eating, unsteadiness or falls, a decline in personal care or housework, and increased isolation. A free assessment helps you judge what fits.
Help with washing and dressing, medication, meals, light housework, shopping, getting to appointments and companionship, scaled from occasional visits to 24-hour live-in care.
Visiting care is charged by the hour and live-in care by the week. Rochester care starts from £32.40 per hour for visiting care or £1,675 per week for live-in care, with a clear quote after a free assessment and no hidden fees.
Yes. Many people in Rochester start with a few hours a week and increase support over time, up to live-in care, so they can keep living at home as needs change.
Yes, regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC); all carers are trained, vetted and DBS-checked.
Branch information
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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 |