Visiting care in Islington that feels like family
Find a qualified carer near you in Islington. Speak to them before you commit, and get matched within 24 hours with no hidden fees.
Covering Islington, Haringey, Hackney and surrounding areas of London.
Carers undergo interviews and background checks
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£24.96/hr
Typical visiting care in Islington compared to £20–£25 with us
homecare.co.uk
336
carers in Islington
Get matched in Islington7,375
people providing 20+ hours unpaid care a week in Islington
Census 2021
10%
of Islington residents are 65+
ONS mid-2025
What is visiting care in Islington?
Visiting care in Islington is booked by the hour for personal care, meals, and check-ins — you only pay for the visits you need. Listed visiting care in Islington averages £24.96/hr on homecare.co.uk, compared with £20–£25/hr with us. Islington has 7,375 people providing 20+ hours unpaid care a week (Census 2021). 10% of Islington 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 Islington 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 Islington averages £24.96 an hour. With us it is usually £20–£25 an hour, and you only pay for the hours you book.
Browse visiting carers in Islington
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 Islington
- ID & Right to work
- Enhanced DBS
- Professional References
- Interviewed
Areas in Islington
We cover home care across Islington including Haringey, Hackney, City of London, Camden. Many families near Islington arrange visiting or live-in care after treatment at University College Hospital (University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust). Also nearby: Royal Free Hospital.
Other care options that fit
the home you love
Live-in care in Islington
A dedicated carer lives in the home, providing one-to-one support and companionship.
Respite care in Islington
Short-term care when needed - whether for recovery, cover, or a break from caring.
Companion care in Islington
Warm, consistent support focused on companionship, routine, and helping loved ones stay connected in Islington.
Dementia care in Islington
Expert support for memory loss and confusion, delivered in the comfort of home.
Overnight care in Islington
Support through the night to keep your loved one safe, settled, and reassured.
Travel companion care in Islington
A trusted carer to accompany you or a loved one on journeys, appointments, or holidays.
Your questions,
answered
Visiting care in Islington 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 Islington 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 42 home care agencies in Islington (CQC locations August 2026). CQC lists 15 care homes in Islington. Many families still choose an independent carer rather than an agency rota.
NHS QOF 2024/25 records 1,172 people on the GP dementia register in Islington. This is diagnosed dementia, not an estimate of everyone living with the condition.
ONS mid-2025 estimates put 22,477 Islington residents at 65+, 10% of the borough. 2,392 are aged 85+.
Still have questions?
Call our care advisors or send an enquiry — we’ll guide you through the next steps.