Travel companion care in Merton
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Covering Merton, Wimbledon, Wandsworth and surrounding areas of London.
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£24.04/hr
Typical visiting care in Merton compared to £20–£25 with us
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carers in Merton
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Nearest hospital for Merton
NHS
1,359
people on the dementia register in Merton
NHS QOF 2024/25
What is travel companion care in Merton?
Travel companion care in Merton is for appointments, visits, and longer journeys where your relative needs a trusted person alongside them. The usual local hospital for Merton is St George's Hospital. Merton has 1,359 people on the dementia register (NHS QOF 2024/25). 13.6% of Merton residents are aged 65+ (ONS mid-2025).
It's ideal for people who no longer feel confident travelling alone but still want to visit family, attend appointments, or enjoy holidays. A travel companion helps make the journey safe, comfortable, and stress-free.
What a travel companion carer in Merton can help with
- Companionship on journeys
- Help with bags and mobility
- Medication reminders
- Navigating transport and venues
- Staying safe and calm
- Personal care away from home if needed
- Communication with staff and family
Benefits of travel companion care at
your home
Confident journeys
Mobility, bags, medication reminders, and navigation—so trips feel doable, not daunting.
From appointments to holidays
Clinics, seeing family, or time away—with steady support door to door.
Vetted companions
Same interviews, DBS checks, and references as every carer on the platform.
Easier on families
Practical help and calm company so loved ones aren’t navigating travel alone.
Cost of travel companion care
Travel companion days are quoted per trip. If you also need regular visits, listed visiting care in Merton averages £24.04 an hour.
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How we work
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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.
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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.
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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 in Merton
We cover home care across Merton including Wandsworth, Kingston upon Thames, Sutton, Croydon. Many families near Merton arrange visiting or live-in care after treatment at St George's Hospital (St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust / Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals). Also nearby: St Helier Hospital.
Other care options that fit
the home you love
Live-in care in Merton
A dedicated carer lives in the home, providing one-to-one support and companionship.
Visiting care in Merton
Flexible visits that fit around daily life, from a few hours a week to regular ongoing support.
Respite care in Merton
Short-term care when needed - whether for recovery, cover, or a break from caring.
Companion care in Merton
Warm, consistent support focused on companionship, routine, and helping loved ones stay connected in Merton.
Dementia care in Merton
Expert support for memory loss and confusion, delivered in the comfort of home.
Overnight care in Merton
Support through the night to keep your loved one safe, settled, and reassured.
Your questions,
answered
Travel companion care in Merton is usually priced by day or by trip, depending on the itinerary and support required.
A travel companion carer can help with planning, mobility support, medication prompts, reassurance, and practical support throughout the journey.
Yes. Support can include airports, rail travel, transfers, and settling in safely at the destination based on your agreed plan.
Travel companion care in Merton can often start within a few days, depending on your travel dates and carer availability.
Yes. You can review profiles and speak with carers before booking so you can choose someone you feel comfortable travelling with.
CQC lists 55 home care agencies in Merton (CQC locations August 2026). CQC lists 24 care homes in Merton. Many families still choose an independent carer rather than an agency rota.
NHS QOF 2024/25 records 1,359 people on the GP dementia register in Merton. This is diagnosed dementia, not an estimate of everyone living with the condition.
ONS mid-2025 estimates put 29,748 Merton residents at 65+, 13.6% of the borough. 3,961 are aged 85+.
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