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Home Care in Darlington, Built Around You.

Ring us on07967 742243

Live Better at Home.

Getting help with everyday life can make it easier to stay in the home you love.

Our carers visit you at home to help with washing, dressing and other daily routines. We work with you to plan the support you need, with care that respects your choices and the way you like things done.

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We Started This to Make Home Care Better.

Inviting someone into your home is personal.

You should feel comfortable with the person helping you, and confident they understand the care you need.

  1. Stay in the Home You Know

    Get help with everyday life while keeping your familiar surroundings and routines.

  2. Keep Your Independence

    Get help with the things you find difficult while keeping control of what you do for yourself.

  3. Take the Pressure Off Family and Friends

    Help with daily care means they have less to manage and you can enjoy more time together.

The Difference a Carer Makes.

Support with everyday life can make room for more of what matters to you.

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    Make Mornings Easier

    Getting up and ready shouldn't have to be a struggle.

    Help with your morning routine can make getting ready easier, so you feel prepared for the day ahead.

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    Keep Doing Things for Yourself

    Needing help with some tasks doesn't mean you want someone to do everything for you.

    Agreeing which tasks you need support with means you can get that help without giving up your independence.

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    Save Your Energy for What You Enjoy

    When everyday tasks take so much effort, hobbies can be the first thing you give up.

    Help with daily care can leave you more energy for the things that bring you joy.

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    Give Your Family More Time to Be Family

    Help with daily care lets your family spend more time being your family, rather than your carers.

    With less care to manage, you can enjoy spending time together.

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Registered Manager

Your Care, Backed by Experience.

“I bring over a decade of experience running a care company, as both owner and manager. As Better at Home's registered manager, I'm responsible for how your care is managed.

Your support is agreed with you and written into a care plan, so you know what help you'll receive.”

Nicola Morrow, Registered Manager

  • Visits of at Least 30 Minutes

    Our minimum visit is 30 minutes. We will talk with you about the support you need and how much time to allow.

Getting Started.

You don't need to have everything worked out before you get in touch.

See how care starts
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    Step 1: Talk to Us

    Tell us what's becoming difficult, whether you're looking for yourself or someone close to you. We'll discuss the support you're looking for and answer your questions.

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    Step 2: Meet at Home

    We meet you at home to understand the help you need, your routines and what matters to you.

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    Step 3: Agree Your Care

    We agree the support with you and put it into a written care plan, so you know what your care will involve.

Find Out How Care Could Help You.

Tell us what you need help with, or what has changed. We can answer your questions and arrange a free home assessment to discuss the support you need.

Ring us on 07967 742243admin@betterathomene.co.uk
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Ring us on 07967 742243