🏡 What Is Home Care – And What Should You Consider Before Choosing It?

cynthia arovo
May 31
2 min read

Updated: Jun 1

Smiling elderly woman sitting comfortably at home after receiving personalised care support. — Care worker holding hands with an elderly woman at home, symbolising compassionate home care services i

As we or our loved ones age or face health challenges, the question of support often arises. One of the most flexible and compassionate options is home care — a service designed to help individuals live independently in the comfort of their own homes.

But what exactly is home care? And how do you know when it’s the right choice?

✅ What Is Home Care?

Home care is a personalised support service delivered in a person’s home. It can range from occasional visits to full-time live-in care, and it's tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs.

Home care services can include:

Assistance with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
Help with medication
Meal preparation and nutritional support
Companionship and emotional support
Mobility and transfer assistance
Household tasks like cleaning or laundry
Specialist care for conditions like dementia, Parkinson’s, or post-operative recovery

At The Right Healthcare Services, we support adults aged 18 and above across Kent with compassionate, person-centred care that promotes dignity and independence.

🔍 What Should You Consider When Choosing Home Care?

Choosing home care is a significant decision. Here are the key factors to think about:

1. Level of Need

Is care needed a few hours a week, daily, overnight, or 24/7? Knowing the level of support required will help determine the type of care (e.g., visiting care vs. live-in care).

2. Type of Support

Does your loved one need help with personal care, mobility, companionship, medication, or more complex medical conditions?

3. CQC Registration

Always choose a CQC-registered provider. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulates health and social care services in England to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality care.

📌 The Right Healthcare Services is proudly CQC-registered, which means our care is regularly inspected and meets national standards.

4. Care Worker Training and Vetting

Ensure the carers are trained, DBS-checked, and matched based on the individual’s preferences and needs.

5. Flexibility and Personalisation

Is the care plan adaptable? Good home care should evolve as needs change.

6. Cost and Funding

Understand the costs involved and explore local authority support or NHS Continuing Healthcare funding, where applicable.

💙 Why Choose The Right Healthcare Services?

At The Right Healthcare Services, we take time to understand your needs and create a bespoke care plan. We’re local to Kent, fully regulated, and passionate about providing respectful, high-quality care for adults of all ages.