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Speak to our team today

Lines open until 5:30 PM

Existing customer
020 3617 5551

Visiting care and home care in Waltham Forest

Whether you’re in need of a little companionship, or you need higher-level care, our team are on hand to assist you however you need us. We’ll make sure that you maintain an enjoyable, healthy and independent routine, living the way you want to in the home you love.

Islington has a long and rich history. For instance, the hill it stands on has supplied water to the City of London for hundreds of years. Helping Hands has a rich history too, as for 37 years we’ve been helping people across the capital to live as well as possible, delivering our fully regulated visiting and live-in care.

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Branch information

View your local branches details including location, opening times and services offered.

Understanding care costs

Get a clear overview of costs and what affects pricing, so you can plan with confidence.

Not sure what type of care you need? Request a brochure and read about our services in your own time.

Quality care supporting families in Waltham Forest

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Waltham Forest, 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 Waltham Forest
    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
    GET THE INFORMATION YOU NEED
    Branch information

    View your local branches details including location, opening times and services offered.

    Understanding care costs

    Get a clear overview of costs and what affects pricing, so you can plan with confidence.

    Not sure what type of care you need? Request a brochure and read about our services in your own time.

    Supporting people living in Waltham Forest

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

    Andreas Bainetas
    Andreas Bainetas

    Branch Care Manager

    Hello, I’m Andreas, and I recently joined the Helping Hands team. I bring almost 10 years of experience in health and social care, supporting individuals...

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    Christien Ingrosso
    Christien Ingrosso

    Area Care Manager

    Hi, I am Christien Ingrosso and I'm the Area Care Manager for the South East region. As an area care manager, it is my role...

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    Paul Sewell
    Paul Sewell

    Head of Operations

    Paul Sewell is the Head of Operations for East.

    Matt Bristow
    Matt Bristow

    Divisional Director

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

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    What families say about our care
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    Fully regulated care supporting Waltham Forest

    Care services supporting families in Waltham Forest are delivered by our Highbury branch, which is fully regulated by the CQC.

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    High quality home care in Waltham Forest

    Whether you need us for half an hour or half a day, our visiting care at home is designed around your needs. Some of our customers appreciate help with their morning routine, preparing their breakfast, or housework support, whereas others like us to take them grocery shopping or for a coffee in the community. However and whenever you need us, we will ensure that you live well at home.

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    24/7 Live in care support

    You’ll never be alone at home with live-in care. It won’t just provide the practical help you need but the emotional support as well. Whether it’s sitting down and having a chat over a cuppa, or walking the dog together, your carer is there for so much more than you imagine. We support people living with life-long conditions who require more complex help, and people who are just finding ageing a struggle.

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    Why Helping Hands is better than a care agency in Waltham Forest

    We’ve been around since 1989 giving care and support to people across London and the surrounding areas. We’re fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission and the Care Inspectorate Wales which you don’t get with care agencies, meaning there is no-one monitoring their standards of delivery. We on the other hand, welcome regulation as it demonstrates our commitment to always delivering exceptional care.

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    Qualified carers providing a variety of care services in Waltham Forest

    Our carers are the real heart of Helping Hands, and we treat them as well as they treat you. We encourage them to make the best of their skills, offering opportunities to progress and gain qualifications if they wish. We screen them carefully when they join us to make sure that only the very best people are coming into your home, which is reassuring for both you and your loved ones.

    Supporting communities across Waltham Forest

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

    FAQs

    Home care in Waltham Forest 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 Waltham Forest 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 Waltham Forest.

    Home care in Waltham Forest 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 Waltham Forest, our team can help you understand the support available and answer any questions you may have. Call our care team today.

    020 3811 7577
    Branch information
    Address

    Helping Hands Highbury, 2-4 Archway Close, Archway Road, Weybridge, N19 3TD

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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
    Other care covered