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Visiting care and home care in Wakefield

In an area famous for its cathedral, coal-mining heritage, and rhubarb, our Wakefield branch is overlooked by the Pennines and the River Calder. We offer professional and consistent care suited to you or your loved ones’ particular care needs, with a flexible package tailored entirely to you, which can change at any time as your requirements do.

Friendly and compassionate, we provide person-centred care for you when you need us most. We offer anything from short visits to help with daily chores, taking a shower or preparing meals, to short-term spells after you’re recovering from an injury or long-term solutions for more complex conditions.

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Quality care supporting families in Wakefield

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Wakefield, 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 Wakefield
    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 Wakefield
    Maggie Smith
    Maggie Smith

    Branch Care Manager

    I have worked with Helping Hands for nearly five years, starting as a carer and progressing to Branch Manager in January 2024. With experience in...

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    Matt Bristow
    Matt Bristow

    Divisional Director

    As the Regional Care Director, it is my role to lead a hugely skilled care team operating in London, Essex and the South East, ensuring...

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    Michelle Dutton
    Michelle Dutton

    Area Care Manager

    I am currently the area care manager for North 1 region and I lead and inspire a fantastic team of branch managers who all share...

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    Fully regulated care supporting Wakefield

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

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    Home care Wakefield

    The team of Helping Hands carers works across the Wakefield region, providing regular one-to-one support to enable you or your loved one to stay at home. This could be anything from a regular daily call to making sure you’re up, washed and dressed, or more complex, intensive support for progressive conditions.

    We create personalised care plans centred around your care needs and preferences. It may be that you need support getting to the kitchen, but have a love for preparing your own meals and trying new tasty recipes. Our care is completely bespoke, with you always being in control of the type of assistance you require.

    Care needs may arise for several reasons; for many, it’s elderly care and support for degenerative conditions such as dementia. Yet for others it could be a serious accident or time in hospital, where care at home is necessary for you to regain your independence. For any care situation, we can help with the following:

    • Personal care – We’re able to support you getting up, washed, dressed, and can also provide continence care if required
    • Medication – We can prompt you to take your medication on time and also ensure you’ve collected and returned prescriptions
    • Routine calls – Whether it’s for peace of mind or a regular friendly face to chat to, we can call in whenever you like
    • Mobility support – Need help taking the bins out, walking the dog, or doing the weekly grocery shop? We can assist you
    • Companionship – Tea and biscuits are always better in company, as are Pointless and The Chase.
    • Household duties – From washing and ironing to laundry and cupboard clear-outs, our carers can assist with all household tasks
    • Health and nutrition – Cottage pie? Lasagne? Whatever you fancy, our carers are more than happy to provide home-cooked food for you

    Home care visits are available for anything from 30 minutes once a week to several daily calls, all arranged to fit your timetable and routines.

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    Live-in care across Wakefield

    Live-in care in Wakefield is often a more suitable option than residential care, as it enables you or your loved one to remain in their own home surrounded by their own comforts. And with a team of Live-in Care Managers to support our live-in carers, we are able to offer care across a variety of conditions, as well as offering more complex care at home for needs such as tracheostomies, catheters and PEG feeding.

    Not only does live-in care provide consistency of care day and night when you need it most, but it also offers you and your family peace of mind that you are in the best possible hands.

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    Domiciliary care in Wakefield

    Domiciliary care, also known as care at home, lets you or your loved one be in control of your care. Led by you, we can provide intensive or lighter care to suit your pre-existing routine.

    Our professional care team in Wakefield offer anything from helping you get to the shops or visiting friends, to assisting with medication or a little companionship whilst watching your favourite TV programme. One of the main benefits of this type of care is that it provides families with the reassurance and support that their loved one is being fully supported.

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    Specialist dementia care in Wakefield

    Helping Hands are one of the UK’s leading dementia care specialists and has extensive knowledge and expertise for providing the most appropriate care for this condition. As well as caring for individuals with dementia, we’re here to support families and friends to support you throughout the journey.

    We understand how important it is to maintain routines, particularly with the added challenges that come with memory loss, confusion and mobility issues. Our carers get to know you or your loved one and make sure that they receive the very best compassionate care, regardless of whether the dementia is early onset or more progressed.

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    Elderly care for you or your loved ones

    It’s often difficult to take that first step in letting someone provide you with care. Even if it’s someone popping in to help you get up in the morning or reminding you to take the correct medication at regular intervals, maintaining your independence is our number one priority.

    Elderly care can be interchangeable and increase in regularity and intensity depending on what you need. Having an experienced carer to help you to get out and about is often a huge weight off both you and your family’s mind.

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    Respite care for short-term breaks

    Respite care is a great solution for when your regular caregiver needs a rest or if you need intensive, short-term care after an injury or bout of illness. Keeping disruption to a minimum is always our focus. We’ll also meet with you and your existing carer to understand your wants and needs.

    From a few calls a week to having a carer live with you in your home, respite care replicates your existing care or new care arrangement and can work for the following:

    One-off occasions – When there are special events that you want to attend that require some assistance, perhaps a wedding or milestone birthday celebration.

    Hospital discharge – If you need care after a spell in hospital to get you back on your feet.

    Emergencies – For times when your regular carer is unable to be there, perhaps due to a family emergency.

    Short breaks – Allow time for your carer to recuperate whilst you are still cared for.

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    Fully-trained carers in Wakefield

    What makes our industry-renowned carers so special is that they genuinely care about every one of their customers. Their ability to empathise and provide care to maintain dignity and comfort is second-to-none and makes us very proud to have such a skilled and kind workforce.

    All of our carers complete an induction programme covering manual handling, health and safety, safeguarding, mobility support, and equality & diversity. And it doesn’t stop there; throughout their time at Helping Hands, they receive regular ongoing training to develop their skills and practice.

    We only employ the very best carers, and they all receive thorough background checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This service helps us make safe recruitment decisions to ensure that your carer is who they truly say they are. With a wealth of different experiences, we are able to find a carer that truly suits your daily needs, interests and personality.

    Our service is the only care provider to be endorsed by Skills For Care as a Centre of Excellence, and we are a founding member of the HomeCare Association (HCA). As a care company, we are also fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), who inspect whether our service is responsive, safe and effective.

    Supporting communities across Wakefield

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

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    FAQs

    Home care in Wakefield 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 Wakefield 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 Wakefield.

    Home care in Wakefield 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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    Helping Hands Wakefield, 11A Wood Street, Wakefield, WF1 2EL

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