Visiting care in City of London that feels like family
Find a qualified carer near you in City of London. Speak to them before you commit, and get matched within 24 hours with no hidden fees.
Covering City of London, Camden, Islington and surrounding areas of London.
Carers undergo interviews and background checks
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£27.20/hr
Typical visiting care in City of London compared to £20–£25 with us
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carers in City of London
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people providing 20+ hours unpaid care a week in City of London
Census 2021
9.2%
of City of London residents are 65+
ONS mid-2025
What is visiting care in City of London?
Visiting care in City of London is booked by the hour for personal care, meals, and check-ins — you only pay for the visits you need. Listed visiting care in City of London averages £27.20/hr on homecare.co.uk, compared with £20–£25/hr with us. City of London has 160 people providing 20+ hours unpaid care a week (Census 2021). 9.2% of City of London residents are aged 65+ (ONS mid-2025).
It's one of the most flexible types of home care. Visits can be arranged daily, weekly, or at times that suit your routine, and support can easily be increased if needs change.
What a visiting carer in City of London can help with
- Personal care
- Support to start the day
- Meal preparation
- Mealtime assistance
- Medication support
- Light housework
- Shopping
- Companionship
- Getting out
- Running errands
- Appointments
- Prescriptions
- Help getting ready for bed
- Social activities
- Pets and plants
- Health monitoring
- Continence care
- Mobility support
- Communication support
- Flexible visits
Benefits of visiting care at
your home
Pay for the hours you book
Start from the visits you need and scale up—without paying for empty hours.
Built around their day
Meals, medication, and errands timed when they actually matter—not a rigid rota.
Flexible as life shifts
Add or trim visits when routines change—no long lock-in before you’re ready.
Fully vetted carers
Same interviews, DBS checks, and references as every carer on the platform.
Cost of visiting care
Listed visiting care in City of London averages £27.20 an hour. With us it is usually £20–£25 an hour, and you only pay for the hours you book.
Browse visiting carers in City of London
Search below or explore the network for carers in your area.
How we work
- 1
Browse carers & speak to us
Explore carers in your area and tell us your needs. We'll confirm availability, answer questions, and help you shortlist.
- 2
Meet and choose your carer
We arrange free and no obligation introductions with your preferred carers so you can find the right fit. Once you've chosen, care can begin.
- 3
Start care, simply managed
We'll provide an agreement and handle the admin. Carers log visits through our app, and you'll receive a weekly invoice.
Carers you can trust
We begin screening every carer before introducing them and continue checks through the onboarding process.
Get matched now in City of London
- ID & Right to work
- Enhanced DBS
- Professional References
- Interviewed
Areas in City of London
We cover home care across City of London including Camden, Islington, Tower Hamlets, Southwark, Westminster. Many families near City of London arrange visiting or live-in care after treatment at St Bartholomew's Hospital (Barts) (Barts Health NHS Trust).
Other care options that fit
the home you love
Live-in care in City of London
A dedicated carer lives in the home, providing one-to-one support and companionship.
Respite care in City of London
Short-term care when needed - whether for recovery, cover, or a break from caring.
Companion care in City of London
Warm, consistent support focused on companionship, routine, and helping loved ones stay connected in City of London.
Dementia care in City of London
Expert support for memory loss and confusion, delivered in the comfort of home.
Overnight care in City of London
Support through the night to keep your loved one safe, settled, and reassured.
Travel companion care in City of London
A trusted carer to accompany you or a loved one on journeys, appointments, or holidays.
Your questions,
answered
Visiting care in City of London typically costs £20-£25 per hour, depending on the level of support and the carer’s experience. We’ll share clear rates when introducing carers so you know exactly what to expect.
Visits can be arranged from a few hours a week to multiple visits per day, depending on your needs. We’ll help you set a schedule that fits your routine.
Yes. You can review profiles, speak with carers, and choose who you feel most comfortable with before any visits begin.
Companion care is usually provided as visiting care, with more focus on emotional support, routine, and social connection.
Visiting care in City of London can often start within a few days, depending on availability and your preferred schedule.
A visiting carer can help with personal care, meals, medication support, companionship, and daily tasks, depending on your needs.
CQC lists 15 home care agencies in City of London (CQC locations August 2026). Many families still choose an independent carer rather than an agency rota.
NHS QOF 2024/25 records 28 people on the GP dementia register in City of London. This is diagnosed dementia, not an estimate of everyone living with the condition.
ONS mid-2025 estimates put 1,441 City of London residents at 65+, 9.2% of the borough. 164 are aged 85+.
Still have questions?
Call our care advisors or send an enquiry — we’ll guide you through the next steps.