Visiting care in Kew that feels like family
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Covering Kew, Richmond upon Thames, Barnes and surrounding areas of London.
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£34.59/hr
Typical visiting care in Kew compared to £20–£25 with us
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people providing 20+ hours unpaid care a week in Richmond upon Thames
Census 2021
17.5%
of Richmond upon Thames residents are 65+
ONS mid-2025
What is visiting care in Kew?
Kew's village streets and family homes near the Gardens suit driving carers for Richmond and Kingston hospital appointments, with live-in care common in larger detached properties. Visiting care in Kew, including nearby Richmond, is booked by the hour for personal care, meals, and check-ins — you only pay for the visits you need. Listed visiting care in Richmond upon Thames averages £34.59/hr on homecare.co.uk, compared with £20–£25/hr with us. Richmond upon Thames has 5,084 people providing 20+ hours unpaid care a week (Census 2021). 17.5% of Richmond upon Thames 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 Kew 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 Kew averages £34.59 an hour. With us it is usually £20–£25 an hour, and you only pay for the hours you book.
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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.
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- ID & Right to work
- Enhanced DBS
- Professional References
- Interviewed
Areas near Kew
We cover home care across Richmond upon Thames including Barnes, East Sheen, Richmond, Richmond Park. Many families near Kew arrange visiting or live-in care after treatment at West Middlesex University Hospital (Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust / Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust). Also nearby: Kingston Hospital.
Other care options that fit
the home you love
Live-in care in Kew
A dedicated carer lives in the home, providing one-to-one support and companionship.
Respite care in Kew
Short-term care when needed - whether for recovery, cover, or a break from caring.
Companion care in Kew
Warm, consistent support focused on companionship, routine, and helping loved ones stay connected in Kew.
Dementia care in Kew
Expert support for memory loss and confusion, delivered in the comfort of home.
Overnight care in Kew
Support through the night to keep your loved one safe, settled, and reassured.
Travel companion care in Kew
A trusted carer to accompany you or a loved one on journeys, appointments, or holidays.
Your questions,
answered
Visiting care in Kew and nearby areas like Richmond 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 Kew and nearby areas like Richmond 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 6 home care agencies registered in TW9 (CQC locations August 2026). CQC lists 1 care home registered in TW9. TW9 is wider than Kew itself, so these counts are for the postcode district, not the neighbourhood boundary.
NHS QOF 2024/25 records 1,706 people on the GP dementia register in Richmond upon Thames. This is diagnosed dementia, not an estimate of everyone living with the condition.
ONS mid-2025 estimates put 34,511 Richmond upon Thames residents at 65+, 17.5% of the borough. 4,491 are aged 85+.
Still have questions?
Call our care advisors or send an enquiry — we’ll guide you through the next steps.