Personal Care in Canterbury

Relationship-led and supportive Personal Care in Canterbury from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.

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Highest regulatory ratings

16,000+ active clients

Recommended by 95% of our clients

10,000+ carers nationwide

Home Care rating 9.6

Highest regulatory ratings

16,000+ active clients

Recommended by 95% of our clients

10,000+ carers nationwide

Home Care rating 9.6

The Canterbury Personal Care team, here to help every step of the way

Personal care is naturally a sensitive topic, but it’s an important part of maintaining dignity and wellbeing at home. Throughout Canterbury, Faversham, Herne Bay, and Whitstable, we support people with everything from assistance with washing and dressing to help moving safely around their home. As a CQC-regulated provider and rated 9.6/10 on homecare.co.uk, we ensure our support is always delivered with dignity, respect and understanding – whether you need just a little help or have more comprehensive care needs.

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Why Personal Care may be right for you

Every client’s needs are different – for some, it might be assistance getting ready in the morning, while others may need support with medication, mobility, or managing catheters and stomas. What remains constant is our commitment to sending the same familiar faces to each visit. Our minimum hour-long visits mean there’s time to do things at your pace, learning your preferences and routines so we can support you in the way that feels most comfortable. As one client shared: “All the carers were punctual, friendly, discreet, and helpful, very often anticipating my needs. They made me feel comfortable and reassured in their presence.”

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What we do to care for your loved ones

We offer two types of home care: hourly care, where we visit at set times, or live-in care, where a carer resides in the home. Both are overseen by our care management team and delivered by compassionate Care Professionals. Each care package is made up of of a unique mix services to meet your needs.

  • Companionship care

    We carefully match Care Professionals with clients to ensure a meaningful bond is created.

  • Home help & meal prep

    Keeping the home environment clean, safe, and nourishing with home-cooked meals.

  • Personal care

    Assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene, always respecting the dignity of your loved one.

  • Mobility support

    Helping your loved one move around their home safely, including transfers and positioning.

  • Health appointment management

    We support you to attend those important health appointments.

  • Community engagement

    We enable you to continue to do the things you enjoy, be it a visit to the garden centre or your local art group.

  • Transportation

    Assistance getting you from A to B, whether it be to go visit a friend or help with your shopping.

  • Medication management

    Ensuring medicines are taken correctly and on time, supporting overall health.

Tailored Personal Care in Canterbury

The way we approach personal care makes a real difference to our clients’ comfort and confidence. One family member noted: “We are so impressed with the standard of care my mother is receiving. My mother feels at ease and is well looked after both with personal care and generally managing around the house.” This kind of feedback reflects our emphasis on building trusted relationships where clients feel genuinely comfortable with their Care Professionals.

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Trusted Personal Care from experienced home care professionals in Canterbury

Our small team of 15 Care Professionals receives extensive training in personal care, including specialist support for those using mobility equipment or living with complex needs. Under director Henry Iwunze’s leadership, we ensure everyone completes thorough City & Guilds assured training, particularly in areas like dementia and Parkinson’s care. Being a close-knit team means we can maintain excellent communication – when you call our office, you’ll speak to someone who knows exactly how your care is going and can respond promptly to any concerns.

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Additional support and activities in Canterbury

Our strong links with local healthcare providers across Canterbury help us coordinate comprehensive support. Through our ‘Key to Care’ sessions, we regularly update our knowledge about supporting various health conditions, while our partnerships with community healthcare teams ensure smooth communication when managing more complex care needs. This connected approach, combined with our commitment to consistent, professional care, means you can feel confident about receiving the right support in the comfort of your own home.

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  • Reach out and talk to the Canterbury team today

    Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Canterbury team. If you would like to hear what clients say about us please take a peek at our Home Care verified reviews. If you would like more information about our high quality Personal Care service, please call us on 01227 287 911, or fill out the form below.

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