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Home Care Agency Overview

Operated byHome Instead
CQC Registration Date2012-03-12
CQC Last Inspection Date2018-03-13
ManagerTracey Marie Pearce
Minimum age of care recipient18
Minimum Visit Time60 minutes
Time to arrange care1 day

Located in the heart of Reading, Home Instead offers tailored home care services throughout Reading, Southcote, Calcot, Caversham, and nearby areas. Their team specialises in providing personalised care, including domiciliary care, live-in support, and expert care for conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s, and cancer. In addition to personal assistance, they also offer medication management and mental health support to ensure individuals remain safe and independent in their homes. By incorporating innovative safety features like personal alarms and sensors, Home Instead Reading provides peace of mind to families while enhancing the well-being of their care seekers.

Funding Types Accepted

Private
Local Authority
NHS

CQC Rating

goodOverall Rating
CQC Caring Rating -good
CQC Effective Rating -good
CQC Responsive Rating -outstanding
CQC Safe Rating -good
CQC Well-led Rating -good

CQC Publication Date2018-04-17

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Contract Durations

Fixed term
Ongoing

Domiciliary Minimum Commitment

Minimum Minutes Per Visit - 60 mins
Minimum Weekly Hours - 1 hour

Home Care Specialisms

Companion Care & Household Support

Admin Support
Companionship Social Interaction
Gardening
Housekeeping
Laundry
Meal Preparation
Pet Support
Shopping and Errands
Transportation

Personal Care

Bathroom Assistance
Continence Care
Drinking and Feeding
Oral Medication Support
Washing and Dressing

Moving & Handling

Hoisting
Sara Stedy
Transferring
Turning

Specialist Care Services

Alcohol Drug Misuse
Alzheimers
Cancer Care
Catheter Care
Challenging Behaviour
Dementia Early Stage
Dementia Late Stage
Intravenous Drugs
Learning Disability
Mental Health
PEG Feeding
Palliative Care
Parkinsons Disease
Physical Disability
Rehabilitation Post Surgery
Sensory Impairment
Stoma Care
Stroke
Wound Dressing

Home Care Services Provided

Types of Care at Home

Hourly Care
Live-In Care
Overnight (Sleeping) Care
Overnight (Waking) Care

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about Home Instead - Reading.

What is the CQC Rating of Home Instead - Reading?

Home Instead - Reading has been rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, the regulator of health and social care services.

What types of home care services are available at Home Instead - Reading?

Home Instead - Reading offers Hourly Care, Live-In Care, Overnight (Sleeping) Care and Overnight (Waking) Care.

Are all caregivers trained and qualified?

Yes, all of Home Instead - Reading home carers are given specialised training and support to offer the highest quality of care for your unique requirements.

Can I choose the schedule of my home care visits?

Yes, Home Instead - Reading will work with you to find the best care at home option that suits your unique care needs and schedule.