Home Help Services in the UK for Everyday Support
Reliable Home Help to Support Independent Living
Our home help is designed to support everyday living while helping people stay independent in their own homes.
This flexible support reflects the traditional idea of help at home. It focuses on practical tasks rather than regulated personal care. Visits can be arranged weekly, fortnightly, or more often depending on your needs.
With a UK-wide network of over 200 local offices, we support thousands of clients every week. Established in 2011, we are proud to be rated Excellent on Trustpilot and recognised within UK franchising.
What Our Home Help Services Include
Practical Help Around the Home
Our services focus on everyday domestic tasks that help maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable home environment.
Services may include:
- Shopping and errands
- Laundry and ironing
- General housekeeping
- Bed making and linen changes
- Escorting to appointments or social activities
- Companionship and well-being visits
- Light household tasks
For clients who also need help with maintaining a clean home, we recommend combining this with our Domestic Cleaning service for a complete solution.
Ideal for anyone who needs extra support but does not require regulated personal care.
What Our Home Help Services Do Not Cover
While our home help services provide valuable support, we are not a regulated care provider.
We do not offer:
- Personal care, such as washing or dressing
- Medication administration
- Specialist medical or live-in care services
However, we often work alongside professional care providers to ensure clients receive complete support at home.
How Much Do Home Help Services Cost?
The cost of home help services depends on several factors, with each person requiring a different level of support.
Depending on your location throughout the UK, home help costs will be tailored to you. Taking into account the frequency of visits and help required, your local team will ensure you pay only for the assisstance you actually need.
Who Can Benefit from Home Help?
Supporting a Wide Range of Needs
- Older adults who need extra support at home
- Individuals recovering from illness or surgery
- People living with long-term health conditions
- Anyone needing temporary or ongoing support
Many clients use our home help alongside other services, creating a flexible alternative to full-time live-in care.
Help When You Need It Most
Some clients need home help services for a short period, such as after surgery. Others benefit from regular, ongoing support.
In both cases, our services provide reassurance, helping you stay confident and comfortable in your own home.
The Benefits of Staying Independent in Your Own Home
Choosing our services offers many benefits:
- Maintain independence and routine
- Reduce stress and anxiety
- Stay in familiar surroundings
- Receive flexible, tailored support
- Avoid the need for full live-in care
Our services can adapt over time, ensuring your needs are always met.
Arrange Your Home Help Services Today
If you or a family member could benefit from home help services, your local office will be happy to help. We will discuss your needs and arrange the right level of supported independent living.
Find your local office and discuss your needs with them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Help
Who uses home help services?
Home help is commonly used by older adults who want to remain independent. It is also suitable for people recovering from illness, those with long-term conditions, or anyone who needs extra support with daily tasks.Â
Many working households also use these services to manage busy lifestyles.
Do you provide personal care?
No, we do not provide regulated personal care such as washing, dressing, or medication support. Our focus is on practical help at home.Â
If personal care is required, we can work alongside trusted local providers to ensure you receive the right level of care.
Who delivers your home help?
Vetted and reliable local professionals deliver all services. Wherever possible, the same person will visit each time. This helps build trust, consistency, and a more comfortable experience for clients.
What is home care?
Home care is a broad term that includes both personal care and non-personal support delivered in your home.Â
Our service focuses on non-personal care, such as cleaning, errands, and companionship. This makes it a flexible and accessible option for maintaining independence.
How much does home care cost per hour in the UK?
The cost of home care in the UK depends on the level of support required, your location, and the provider.
Our home help services are often a more affordable alternative, as they focus on practical care and support such as cleaning, shopping, and housekeeping rather than personal care.Â
For an accurate quote, your local office can tailor pricing to your needs and the frequency of your home help.