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Visiting care and home care in Woodside

Despite originally being an agricultural area, the clay-rich soil made growing things in Woodside very difficult. However, it did enable a successful brick-making industry to become established by the mid-nineteenth century. With very much a ‘villagey’ feel to this day, Woodside is an attractive part of Croydon that Helping Hands wants to get to know better.

With an established history of our own, Helping Hands have been delivering the highest quality home care since 1989 - unrivalled visiting and live-in care for our customers' every need, that's fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission and the Care Inspectorate Wales. That's why, for care at home in Woodside and the entire Croydon area, you’ll be in the very best hands with Helping Hands.

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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 Woodside

Our carers provide a wide range of support across Woodside, 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 Woodside
    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 Woodside

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

    Christina Bentley
    Christina Bentley

    Branch Care Manager

    As Branch Manager for Croydon, my goal is to ensure every customer's independence is supported in their own home. My dedicated team provides person-centred care...

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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 Woodside

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

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    High quality home care in Woodside

    Our home care has been developed over many decades and thousands of customers, so you know if you join us now, you’ll be getting the benefit of all that experience. Unrivalled in the UK for trustworthiness and quality, by having intermittent care when you need it most, you’ll find your life progressing smoothly and at the pace you want it to. If you’ve been struggling with daily tasks and maintaining your independence, having some help at home will make all the difference.

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    H2: 24/7 live in care support

    Live-in care is the most comprehensive care package you could opt for, as your carer resides in your home with you around the clock. This is a great option for someone who has lost a partner and is missing the interaction that living with someone can bring, but equally doesn’t want to move out of the home they love. If you’re living with an existing condition it can also really help you to remain more independent, as your carer will undertake daily tasks that you may be struggling with.

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    Why Helping Hands is better than a care agency in Woodside

    We’ve never been a care agency at Helping Hands – we’ve always been a private home care company that specialises in providing the highest quality care in our customers’ own homes. We don’t do half-measures or franchises either – providing a comprehensive service designed to every customer’s individual needs, all delivered from 155 wholly-owned branches across England and Wales. We feel this is important because we employ all of our carers directly, and we offer an unrivalled consistency of care in the industry.

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    Qualified carers providing a variety of care services in Woodside

    Our carers are the jewel in our crown – they really do make all of the difference to our customers’ lives. We love seeing just how they do that and celebrate them when they have achieved greatness or received beautiful reviews. We like to reward them with opportunities to develop too, and offer qualifications and courses that are relevant to their role. This builds their confidence and helps them to feel valued, and ensures that whatever they learn can be applied to their role immediately, benefitting our customers too.

    Supporting communities across Woodside

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

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    FAQs

    Home care in Woodside 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 Woodside 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 Woodside.

    How quickly can home care start in Woodside?

    Home care in Woodside 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 Woodside, 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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    Branch information
    Address

    Helping Hands Croydon, Southbridge House, Southbridge Place, Croydon, CR0 4HA

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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