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Visiting care and home care in Taunton

With over 1,000 years of religious and military history, Taunton has a plethora of activity and culture within its grounds. And within easy reach of the stunning Somerset scenery, there is lots to see and do in and around the town, but it wouldn’t be complete without a dedicated team of friendly and professional carers from one of the leading home care providers in the UK -Helping Hands.

Whether you require a weekly visit to check-in and ensure you’re keeping up with your medication and household tasks, to full-time live-in care for those who require a companion to rely on around-the-clock, there is a private carer prepared to relieve you off niggling chores and offer the support you need to maintain your wellbeing and uphold your independence.

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Quality care supporting families in Taunton

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Taunton, 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.

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National care provider with 155+ branches

CQC regulated services

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Carefully selected carers with compassion and empathy

Flexible support tailored to individual needs

Home care services available in Taunton

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 Taunton

Amba Steen

Area Care Manager

Amba is the Area Care Manager at Taunton.

Sophie Parker

Head of Operations

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Adam Wilkins

Divisional Director

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Fully regulated care supporting Taunton

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

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Home care Taunton

We know exactly what it takes to provide exceptional home care – we’ve been doing it for over 30 years! Since our inception in 1989, we’ve been committed to providing high-quality care that enables those in need of a little extra support to feel safe and comfortable in their own homes. And this is something that the team carry through in their everyday work and ensure that those in the Taunton area have the support they need, when they need it.

Whether you’re living with dementia, cerebral palsy, motor neurone disease or a mental health condition that’s affecting your everyday life, the team can support you with a wide range of conditions and assist with both your practical needs and your emotional wellbeing. And for the days that are a little more difficult, you can rely on a friendly face to enjoy a cup of tea and a chat with.

It may be that you need someone to support you whilst you pop out to your appointments, or perhaps you are in the latter stages of a progressive condition and you require more complex support with PEG feeding, or catheter management. Whatever it is you need, we’ll be there to keep you safe, supported and comfortable in the home you know and love.

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Friendly and professional live-in carers to support your every need

We’re immensely proud that each and every one of our amazing carers are always willing to go above and beyond for our customers, and here at Helping Hands we all share one very simple goal: to enable our customers to live safely, comfortably and independently at home.

Following a stringent recruitment process, our carers complete a comprehensive three-day training course that covers a variety of modules, such as moving and handling, safeguarding, dementia care, health and safety and first aid. They also complete full background checks, such as Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) screenings as well as providing several character references from previous employers and from people that know them – so you can rest assured that you’re only being cared for by the best.

As a national home care provider, we are fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), who ensures that we are always adhering to their strict guidelines and providing a compliant, effective and responsive service. What’s more, we are also the first and only home care provider to be endorsed as a Centre of Excellence by Skills for Care.

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Live-in care in Taunton packages that are built by you

If you’re in need of more intensive support but you don’t feel comfortable with the idea of moving into a residential or nursing home, live-in care in Taunton could be the ideal alternative to give you the support you need without the upheaval of leaving the place you know best.

In order to provide high-quality care, we believe that it takes more than just supporting with the practicalities; we’ll ensure that your emotional wellbeing is supported by providing a carer that shares your hobbies and interests, so they become more like an extended part of your family.

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Better than a care agency in Taunton

We’ve never been a care agency at Helping Hands. Throughout our 36 years of history we’ve been a private homecare company, always focussing on our customers’ care journeys and ensuring that they get as person-centred an experience as possible. That’s service that goes above and beyond what you’d get from a care agency, as they’ll usually introduce you to your carer for a fee, and then have nothing more to do with the transaction. That means you have to be responsible for employing them, managing them and ensuring they comply with all relevant regulations, when all you really want to be thinking about is your care and wellbeing. Finding your perfect carer is all art of the service for us however, and our dedicated team in Taunton will support you through every aspect of your care journey, for as long as you need us.

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Dedicated domiciliary care that’s within your control

The great thing about domiciliary care is that it allows you to choose when, where and how you receive the care that you need. You may only need someone to pop in every now and again to help you with your laundry or you might need more intensive support for a progressive condition – either way, we’ll work closely with you and your loved ones to ensure that the care you receive is entirely on your terms.

The Taunton team can assist you with a whole host of different activities or tasks that you’d like to do – whether that’s attending a GP appointment for a routine check-up, popping to the shops for your weekly groceries or going to get your nails done because, well, why not! Whatever it is you need, we’re here to make sure that you are able to live your life exactly how you want to – regardless of your condition.

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One-to-one dementia care for you and your loved ones

We understand that the time following a dementia diagnosis can be unnerving for you and your surrounding family. With so many complexities behind the condition, it can be difficult to take in all the information you’re being given whilst coming to terms with your diagnosis. But the Taunton team are here to alleviate your worries and guide you through every step of your journey with dementia, so that you can learn to live well with your condition.

As well as supporting you at home, the team will get to know you and your needs, routines and preferences, so that we can build a personalised dementia care plan that is completely unique to you. What’s more, we’ll work closely with you and your loved ones to offer guidance on support on how you can continue to communicate and enjoy your time together as a family.

Additional support with elderly care in Taunton

Once you reach your more senior years, you may begin to find more difficulty in the tasks that once came so naturally to you. Or it may be that you have experienced a fall and you no longer feel as confident in going out into the Taunton community without someone to help you remain steady on your feet. Whatever you need support with as you get older, elderly care from the local Helping Hands team could be the perfect solution for you to receive the care you need, without compromising on your independence.

Built by and around you, we’ll get to know your existing routines so that you don’t have to make any amendments to your day-to-day life. So, if you want to enjoy a day out watching your grandchild play a local football match or take a day trip out to Bridgwater Bay with your loved ones, we’ll be there to support you whilst you enjoy quality time with your family.

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Respite care for as long as you need it

Whether you’re looking to nip down to the coast for a long weekend or enjoy a beach holiday overseas, everybody needs a holiday every now and again – and we believe that a person’s circumstances should never be a detriment to that. With respite care from the Taunton team, one of our friendly carers will accompany you wherever you want to go and stay with you for the duration of your holiday. That way, you can enjoy a real break with your loved ones or your carer without letting your care needs become a burden.

Respite care is also available if you’re looking for some short-term support following a hospital admission or whilst your usual caregiver is away tending to a family emergency. And if your care needs change at the last minute, respite care from our Taunton team can be arranged quickly and smoothly to ensure that you have a seamless transition between carers with no compromise to your usual quality of care. What’s more, our respite care packages can often be put in place within 24 hours of your initial enquiry, so you don’t have to worry about going without care.

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FAQs

Home care in Taunton 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 Taunton 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 Taunton.

Home care in Taunton 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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Helping Hands Taunton, 7 Corporation Street, Taunton, TA1 4AJ

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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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