Social Care Services
in South Ealing
from £19.95/hr
Feeling isolated or lonely in South Ealing? Rightway Care provides professional social care services across all South Ealing postcodes (W5, W13, W4, W14) from just £19.95 per hour. Our compassionate social carers offer companionship, conversation, activities, community outings, and emotional support, combating loneliness and improving wellbeing. Start within 24 hours.
Call 020 8090 2086 for immediate help.
What Are Social Care Services?
Social care services in South Ealing provide companionship, emotional support, and social engagement to combat loneliness and isolation. Unlike personal care (washing, dressing), social care focuses on mental wellbeing, conversation, activities, hobbies, community connection, and maintaining independence. Our CQC-registered social carers in South Ealing provide compassionate, professional support with:
- Companionship and conversation: Meaningful conversations, active listening, and emotional support
- Activities and hobbies: Board games, puzzles, reading, crafts, and shared interests
- Community outings: Shopping trips, park walks, cafe visits, and cultural activities
- Meal companionship: Eating meals together and light meal preparation
- Cognitive stimulation: Memory games, brain training, and mental engagement
- Technology support: Video calls with family, emails, and online activities
Rightway Care is South Ealing's leading social care provider, serving W5, W13, W7, and UB1 postcodes with trained companion carers from £19.95 per hour.
Quick Facts About Social Care in South Ealing:
- Hourly rate: £19.95 per hour
- Minimum visit: 2 hours (£39.90)
- Start time: Within 24 hours (same-day for urgent loneliness support)
- Coverage: All South Ealing W5, W13, W4, W14, UB2 borders postcodes
- CQC Registration: 13049795 (Fully regulated)
- Client rating: 4.9/5 stars
- Funding: Self-funded, Ealing Council, NHS CHC
- Contact: 020 8090 2086 | info@rightwaycare.co.uk
Why Rightway Care is South Ealing's #1 Social Care Provider
1. Lowest Social Care Rates in South Ealing - £19.95/Hour
Rightway Care offers the most affordable social care services in South Ealing at £19.95 per hour, significantly below the London average of £25-35/hour for companionship care.
Price Comparison (Social Care in South Ealing):
- Rightway Care: £19.95/hour ✓
- •Ealing Companionship Services: £24-30/hour
- •National Companionship Agencies: £28-35/hour
- •Private Companion Carers: £22-32/hour
What's Included at £19.95/hour:
- Fully trained social carer
- All companionship and activities
- Weekends and bank holidays (same rate)
- Meal companionship and light meal preparation
- Shopping assistance and errands
- Activity planning and engagement
- Emotional support and conversation
- 24/7 office support
No Hidden Costs:
- ❌No registration fees
- ❌No assessment charges
- ❌No weekend premiums
- ❌No bank holiday surcharges
- ❌No cancellation fees (7 days notice)
2. Comprehensive Social Care Services in South Ealing
Everything you need for social connection and wellbeing:
Companionship Visits (2-4 hours)
What companionship includes:
1. Conversation and Listening
- • Meaningful conversations about your interests
- • Active listening and emotional support
- • Discussing current events, memories, family
- • Sharing stories and experiences
- • Non-judgmental friendship
2. Shared Activities at Home
- • Board games (Scrabble, chess, cards, dominoes)
- • Puzzles and jigsaws
- • Reading together (books, newspapers, magazines)
- • Watching favourite TV shows or films together
- • Listening to music or radio together
- • Arts and crafts (knitting, painting, drawing)
- • Photo album browsing and reminiscence
- • Video calls with distant family (tech support)
3. Cognitive Stimulation
- • Memory games and brain training
- • Crosswords and word searches
- • Quizzes and trivia
- • Discussing books and current affairs
- • Learning new skills or hobbies
- • Language practice (for bilingual clients)
4. Meal Companionship
- • Eating meals together (social dining)
- • Conversation during mealtimes
- • Light meal preparation (sandwiches, soups, simple meals)
- • Tea and biscuits together
- • Encouraging healthy eating through companionship
5. Light Domestic Support
- • Tidying and light housework while chatting
- • Laundry and ironing assistance
- • Changing bed linens together
- • Watering plants and light gardening
- • Pet care (feeding, walking dogs together)
- • Household organization
Typical 2-hour companionship visit:
- • Arrival and catch-up chat (15 mins)
- • Tea/coffee and conversation (30 mins)
- • Shared activity (board game, puzzles, reading) (45 mins)
- • Light housework or meal prep together (20 mins)
- • Planning next visit activities (10 mins)
Cost: £39.90 per visit (2 hours)
Community Outings and Activities (3-4 hours)
Exploring Ealing together:
1. Shopping Trips
- • South Ealing Town shops
- • Southall Broadway Market
- • Waitrose, Sainsbury's, Tesco weekly shop
- • Specialized shops (Polish shops, Asian grocers)
- • Post office and banking errands
- • Pharmacy prescription collection
- • Browse shops for pleasure (not just necessities)
2. Parks and Nature
- • South Ealing Station walks and picnics
- • South Ealing Station strolls
- • South Ealing Station exploring
- • South Ealing Station walking
- • South Ealing Station nature watching
- • Feeding ducks at park ponds
- • Seasonal activities (spring flowers, autumn leaves)
3. Cultural Activities
- • South Ealing Station & Gallery exhibitions
- • Questors Theatre performances
- • Ealing Summer Festival events
- • Ealing Film Festival screenings
- • Local library visits (book browsing, reading groups)
- • Community centre activities
- • Religious services (churches, gurdwaras, mosques, temples)
4. Social Venues
- • Coffee shops and cafes (Costa, Caffè Nero, independent cafes)
- • Restaurants and lunch outings
- • Pubs for lunch (family-friendly)
- • Ice cream parlours
- • Bakeries and tea rooms
5. Exercise and Wellness
- • Gurnell Leisure Centre swimming
- • Gentle exercise classes (seated yoga, tai chi)
- • Walking groups at parks
- • Bowling at local lanes
- • Gardening at community gardens
6. Social Groups and Clubs
- • Age UK Ealing activities
- • Community centres (Acton, Northfields, Southall)
- • Faith group meetings
- • Hobby clubs (knitting circles, book clubs)
- • U3A (University of Third Age) activities
- • Dementia cafes
Typical 4-hour outing:
- • Collect from home and chat (15 mins)
- • Travel to destination (20 mins)
- • Activity/outing (2.5 hours)
- • Refreshments at cafe (45 mins)
- • Travel home (20 mins)
- • Settle at home and debrief (10 mins)
Cost: £79.80 per outing (4 hours)
Regular Social Care Patterns
Common weekly social care schedules:
Once Weekly (2 hours) - £39.90/week
Best for: Mild loneliness, maintaining social connection
Typical: Wednesday afternoon companionship visit
Activities: Conversation, light activities, tea together
Twice Weekly (2 hours each) - £79.80/week
Best for: Moderate loneliness, building routine
Typical: Tuesday and Friday companionship
Activities: One home visit, one community outing
Three Times Weekly (2-3 hours each) - £139.65-£179.55/week
Best for: Significant isolation, limited family nearby
Typical: Monday, Wednesday, Friday visits
Activities: Mix of home companionship and outings
Daily Companionship (2 hours) - £279.30/week
Best for: Severe loneliness, living alone, recent bereavement
Typical: 2-hour visit every day at preferred time
Activities: Daily routine, varied activities, reliable friendship
3. Specialist Social Care for Specific Needs
Social Care for Dementia and Alzheimer's
Maintaining engagement and reducing confusion through social connection:
Dementia-friendly social care includes:
- • Routine familiarity - Same carer, same day/time reduces anxiety
- • Reminiscence therapy - Looking at old photos, discussing past
- • Memory books - Creating and reviewing life story books
- • Sensory activities - Music, aromatherapy, tactile objects
- • Gentle exercise - Walks in familiar Ealing locations
- • Simple games - Adapted puzzles, matching games, sorting activities
- • Safe outings - Familiar places only (local park, regular cafe)
- • Reassurance - Calm presence during confusion or distress
- • Family connection - Video calls, discussing family photos
Benefits for dementia clients:
- Reduces agitation and sundowning
- Maintains cognitive function longer
- Provides respite for family carers
- Prevents wandering through engagement
- Improves sleep patterns (daytime activity)
- Maintains dignity and personhood
Carers trained in: Alzheimer's Society Dementia Friends, Understanding dementia behaviours, Communication techniques, Validation therapy, Distraction and redirection techniques
Cost: £19.95/hour (standard rate)
Social Care After Bereavement
Compassionate support through grief and loss:
Bereavement social care includes:
- • Companionship during difficult time - Not being alone
- • Active listening - Space to talk about your loved one
- • Emotional support - Understanding grief process
- • Practical support - Help with funeral arrangements admin
- • Social reintegration - Gradually returning to activities
- • Memory honoring - Discussing happy memories
- • Routine rebuilding - Creating new patterns without loved one
- • Encouraging self-care - Ensuring eating, sleeping, hygiene
Common bereavement scenarios in South Ealing:
- • Widows/widowers living alone after spousal death
- • Adult children living far away (supporting bereaved parent)
- • Losing lifelong friends (elderly isolation)
- • Pet bereavement (significant loss for elderly)
Timeline approach:
- • First month: Daily or every-other-day visits (high support)
- • Months 2-3: 3-4 times weekly (gradual reduction)
- • Months 4-6: 2-3 times weekly (building independence)
- • 6+ months: Weekly or fortnightly (ongoing friendship)
Cost: £19.95/hour (flexible patterns as needed)
Social Care for Physical Disabilities
Social inclusion for mobility-limited individuals:
Adapted social activities include:
- • Wheelchair-accessible outings - South Ealing Town, accessible parks
- • Inclusive activities - Seated exercises, adapted crafts
- • Technology support - Online communities, video calls
- • Advocacy - Ensuring accessibility needs met
- • Social confidence - Overcoming isolation from disability
Accessible Ealing venues we use:
- South Ealing Town shops (fully accessible)
- Gurnell Leisure Centre (accessible pool, lift)
- South Ealing Station (wheelchair access, disabled toilet)
- South Ealing Station (flat paths, accessible cafe)
- Ealing Library (ground floor, accessible)
Equipment support:
- • Accompanying with wheelchair/mobility scooter
- • Hoisting assistance if needed (for outings)
- • Adapted games and activities
- • Communication aids (hearing loops, large print)
Cost: £19.95/hour standard, £39.90/hour if two carers needed for safety
Social Care for Mental Health
Supporting depression, anxiety, and social phobia:
Mental health social care includes:
- • Gentle encouragement - Getting out of bed, getting dressed
- • Gradual exposure - Slowly building confidence for outings
- • Anxiety management - Breathing exercises, grounding techniques
- • Social skills support - Practicing conversation, reducing isolation
- • Routine building - Structure helps mental health
- • Medication prompting - Ensuring antidepressants taken
- • Crisis support - Recognizing warning signs, calling help if needed
- • Positive activities - Exercise, nature, social connection
Common mental health scenarios:
- • Depression after stroke or illness
- • Anxiety about leaving home (agoraphobia)
- • Social isolation worsening depression
- • Post-hospital discharge low mood
- • Seasonal affective disorder (winter isolation)
Approach:
- • Start small (15-minute garden sit)
- • Build gradually (short walk, then longer)
- • Celebrate progress (no pressure)
- • Flexible schedule (understanding bad days)
Working with Ealing mental health services: West London NHS Foundation Trust, Ealing IAPT (talking therapies), GPs and community psychiatric nurses
Cost: £19.95/hour
Social Care for Elderly Living Alone
Combating loneliness and maintaining independence:
Social care prevents:
- • Social isolation and loneliness
- • Cognitive decline from lack of stimulation
- • Depression from being alone
- • Physical decline from inactivity
- • Malnutrition (not cooking for one)
- • Falls (no one checking on them)
Regular social care provides:
- Daily/weekly human contact (reducing isolation)
- Cognitive stimulation (conversation, activities)
- Physical activity (walks, outings)
- Social connection (community engagement)
- Meal companionship (encouraging eating)
- Safety checks (monitoring wellbeing)
- Emergency response (if carer notices changes)
Statistics on loneliness in South Ealing:
- • 28% of South Ealing residents over 65 feel lonely often
- • 42% of over-75s live alone
- • Loneliness increases mortality risk by 26%
- • Social isolation doubles dementia risk
Social care intervention works:
- • Regular companionship reduces loneliness by 65%
- • Social activities improve mood and cognition
- • Community connection prevents hospital admissions
Typical pattern: 2-3 visits weekly (2-3 hours each)
Cost: £79.80-£119.70 per week
4. Social Care vs Personal Care: Key Differences
Understanding what social care includes:
| Social Care (Companionship) | Personal Care (Physical Assistance) |
|---|---|
| Conversation and friendship | Washing and bathing |
| Activities and hobbies | Dressing and undressing |
| Community outings | Toileting and continence care |
| Meal companionship (eating together) | Medication administration |
| Shopping and errands | Mobility transfers and hoisting |
| Light housework support | Catheter and stoma care |
| Emotional support | Feeding assistance |
| Cognitive stimulation | Pressure sore care |
| Social group attendance | Clinical care tasks |
Important:
- • Social care REQUIRES CQC registration and trained carers
- • Personal care REQUIRES CQC registration and trained carers
- • Many clients need BOTH social care and personal care
- • We provide both services (combined visits available)
Combined care example: Morning: Personal care (1 hour) - washing, dressing, medication. Afternoon: Social care (2 hours) - companionship, outing, activities. Total: 3 hours daily = £59.85/day
Social Care Costs in South Ealing: Complete Pricing Guide
Self-Funded Social Care Pricing
Hourly Rate: £19.95 (minimum 2 hours = £39.90)
Common Weekly Costs:
| Visit Pattern | Hours/Week | Weekly Cost | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Once weekly (2hrs) | 2 hours | £39.90 | £171.00 | £2,074.80 |
| Twice weekly (2hrs each) | 4 hours | £79.80 | £342.00 | £4,149.60 |
| 3x weekly (2hrs each) | 6 hours | £119.70 | £513.00 | £6,224.40 |
| 3x weekly (3hrs each) | 9 hours | £179.55 | £769.50 | £9,336.60 |
| Daily (2hrs) | 14 hours | £279.30 | £1,197.00 | £14,523.60 |
| Daily (3hrs) | 21 hours | £418.95 | £1,795.50 | £21,785.40 |
Payment Options: Weekly invoice (payment within 7 days), Monthly invoice (payment within 14 days), Bank transfer (preferred - no fees), Card payment (debit/credit accepted), Direct debit (available for ongoing care)
Flexible Arrangements: No long-term contracts, Cancel or reduce visits with 7 days notice, Increase visits same-day if carer available, Pause during holidays (no charges), One-off visits available (events, appointments)
Ealing Council Funded Social Care
You may qualify for Ealing Council to contribute to social care costs if:
- You have savings below £23,250
- You have social care needs (loneliness, isolation, unable to engage in community)
- You have lived in South Ealing for 3+ months
- You are over 18 years old
Important: Council funding for social care (companionship) is less common than for personal care. You're more likely to qualify if: Severe mental health needs (depression, anxiety), Learning disabilities requiring social support, Physical disabilities limiting community access, Dementia requiring engagement to prevent deterioration
How to Apply:
- Call Ealing Adult Social Services: 020 8825 8000
- Request care needs assessment (mention social isolation, loneliness)
- Social worker visits your home (assesses wellbeing needs)
- Eligibility determined (based on substantial/critical needs)
- Personal budget allocated if eligible (typically £50-150/week for social care)
- Choose Rightway Care as your provider
Note: Most social care is self-funded. Council funding is limited to those with substantial needs where loneliness is affecting health/safety.
Alternative Funding for Social Care
NHS Social Prescribing (Free)
Your Ealing GP can refer you to social prescribing for:
- • Link workers who connect you to community activities
- • Free or subsidized group activities
- • Volunteer befriending services
- • Exercise classes and walking groups
This is NOT the same as professional social care (group activities vs one-to-one care) but can supplement our services.
Direct Payments
If eligible for council funding, you can receive:
- • Cash payment directly to you
- • You hire Rightway Care yourself
- • More flexibility and control
- • Same services, but you manage the budget
Charity Support
Ealing charities offering limited companionship:
- • Age UK Ealing (limited volunteer befriending)
- • Ealing Good Neighbours (shopping assistance)
- • Ealing Community Transport (accompanied travel)
Limitations: Volunteers (not professional carers), limited availability, waiting lists.
Rightway Care difference: Professional carers, guaranteed schedule, comprehensive insurance, CQC-regulated quality.
Areas of South Ealing We Cover for Social Care
All South Ealing postcodes:
- South Ealing central (W5 4, W13)
- South Ealing Station area (W13)
- Northfields borders (W5, W13)
- Chiswick borders (W4)
- West Kensington borders (W14)
Near these South South Ealing landmarks:
South Ealing Station, Northfields Station, South Ealing Station
How to Start Social Care in South Ealing: 4-Step Process
Free Telephone Consultation
Call 020 8090 2086 today (15-30 minutes)
We'll discuss: What social activities interest you, how often you'd like companionship, preferred visit times, whether you prefer home visits or community outings, your personality and interests, language preferences, any health conditions, your budget and funding options.
No obligation. Completely free. Immediate pricing.
Lonely right now? We can start same-day companionship visits in emergencies.
Home Visit and Social Care Plan
Our social care coordinator visits your South Ealing home (1 hour)
We discuss: Your life story and background, current social situation, hobbies and interests, preferred activities, energy levels and mobility, goals for social care.
We create: Personalized social care plan, weekly schedule, activity ideas list, emergency contacts.
You receive: Written social care plan copy, pricing confirmation, carer profile, activity suggestions.
Cost: Free. No assessment charges.
Meet Your Social Carer
Your matched companion carer meets you:
First meeting includes: Introductions and getting to know each other, discussing shared interests, planning first few activities together, ensuring personality compatibility, building trust and rapport.
Carer matching considers: Age compatibility, shared interests, language, personality, cultural background.
What if I don't like my carer?
Tell us immediately. We'll match you with someone else within 24 hours. Chemistry matters for companionship, so we won't settle until you're comfortable.
Social Care Begins
Companionship starts as scheduled:
After first visit: Coordinator calls you within 2 hours. "How did you get along? Did you enjoy the activities?" Immediate carer change if needed.
First month: Weekly check-in calls. "What activities are you enjoying most?" Adjust plan based on your feedback.
Ongoing: Monthly reviews, quarterly social care plan updates, annual full reassessment, 24/7 office contact.
Social Care Activities We Provide in South Ealing
Indoor Activities at Home
Conversation & Reminiscence
- • Life story discussions (childhood, career, family)
- • Current events and news discussion
- • Sharing opinions and perspectives
- • Storytelling and memory sharing
- • Photo album browsing
- • Looking at family videos together
Games & Puzzles
- • Board games (Scrabble, Monopoly, Chess, Draughts)
- • Card games (Whist, Rummy, Bridge, Patience)
- • Jigsaw puzzles (100-1000 pieces depending on ability)
- • Crosswords and word searches
- • Sudoku and number puzzles
- • Trivia quizzes
Creative Activities
- • Arts and crafts (painting, drawing, coloring)
- • Knitting, crocheting, sewing
- • Scrapbooking and photo organizing
- • Flower arranging
- • Baking and cooking together
- • Gardening (indoor plants, window boxes)
Entertainment
- • Watching favorite TV shows together
- • Films and documentaries
- • Listening to music (radio, CDs, Spotify)
- • Reading books aloud (audiobooks or taking turns)
- • Podcasts on topics of interest
- • YouTube videos (nostalgia, interests, tutorials)
Technology Support
- • Video calls with family (WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom)
- • Email and messaging
- • Online shopping together
- • Social media (Facebook for staying connected)
- • Photo sharing
- • Learning new tech skills
Meal Time
- • Preparing simple meals together
- • Baking cakes and biscuits
- • Trying new recipes
- • Sharing meals and conversation
- • Tea and biscuits chat
- • Special occasion meals
Outdoor Activities in South Ealing
Park Visits
- • South Ealing Station walks (flat paths, benches, café)
- • South Ealing Station strolls (duck feeding, flower gardens)
- • South Ealing Station exploring
- • South Ealing Station (hill views, playgrounds to watch)
- • South Ealing Station nature watching
- • South Ealing Station fresh air walks
Shopping Trips
- • South Ealing Town shops browsing
- • Waitrose or Sainsbury's weekly shop
- • Southall Broadway Market (Asian grocers)
- • Polish shops (West Ealing)
- • Post office errands
- • Pharmacy visits
- • Window shopping and people watching
Cafes & Restaurants
- • Costa Coffee catch-ups (South Ealing Town)
- • Independent cafes (South Ealing, Northfields)
- • Lunch outings (Bill's, Giraffe, local restaurants)
- • Afternoon tea (special treats)
- • Polish cafes (West Ealing)
- • Asian restaurants (Southall)
Cultural Outings
- • South Ealing Station art exhibitions (free entry)
- • Questors Theatre performances (matinees)
- • Ealing Library events
- • Local concerts and performances
- • Church/temple/gurdwara/mosque services
- • Community centre events
Exercise & Wellness
- • Gentle walks at own pace
- • Swimming (Gurnell Leisure Centre)
- • Seated exercise classes
- • Yoga for older adults
- • Tai Chi in parks
- • Walking groups
Social Groups
- • Age UK Ealing activities
- • Community centre groups
- • U3A meetings (University of Third Age)
- • Book clubs at library
- • Craft groups
- • Faith groups
- • Dementia cafes
- • Singing groups
Special Outings (4-6 hours)
- • Theatre trips (local or West End)
- • Museum visits
- • Kew Gardens trips (nearby)
- • Garden centres
- • Special events (Christmas markets, festivals)
- • Day trips to Richmond, Hampton Court
Benefits of Social Care for Health and Wellbeing
Physical Health Benefits
Regular social contact significantly improves physical health outcomes:
- Reduces mortality risk by 26% - Loneliness is as harmful as smoking 15 cigarettes daily
- Lowers blood pressure - Social connection reduces stress and hypertension
- Improves immune function - Less illness and faster recovery
- Encourages physical activity - Walking, outings, exercise increases mobility
- Better nutrition - Meal companionship encourages eating
- Improved sleep - Social engagement and daylight exposure regulate sleep cycles
Medical evidence: Regular social care reduces GP visits by 28%, hospital admissions drop 37%, falls decrease 42%
Mental Health Benefits
Companionship combats depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline:
- Reduces depression - Regular human contact improves mood and outlook
- Decreases anxiety - Reliable companionship reduces worry and fear
- Prevents cognitive decline - Conversation and activities maintain brain health
- Lowers dementia risk by 50% - Social engagement protects against dementia
- Improves self-esteem - Feeling valued and heard boosts confidence
- Gives purpose - Having visits to look forward to provides meaning
Mental health statistics: 65% reduction in depression, anxiety symptoms improve by 58%, cognitive function maintained longer
Quality of Life Benefits
Beyond health, social care enhances daily living:
- Combats loneliness - Regular human contact eliminates isolation
- Maintains independence - Support to remain in own home longer
- Provides dignity - Professional, respectful companionship
- Creates routine - Something to look forward to regularly
- Builds friendship - Genuine connections with carers
- Family peace of mind - Knowing parent/relative isn't alone
- Community connection - Staying part of Ealing community
- Enjoyment and fun - Activities, outings, laughter, conversation
Client feedback shows: 92% report feeling less lonely, 88% say companionship gives them something to look forward to, 95% would recommend
Frequently Asked Questions: Social Care in South Ealing
What is the difference between social care and personal care?
Social care focuses on companionship, activities, and emotional wellbeing. This includes conversation, hobbies, outings, meal companionship, and reducing loneliness. Personal care focuses on physical tasks like washing, dressing, toileting, and medication. Social care addresses mental health and social needs; personal care addresses physical needs. Many clients benefit from both, and we provide combined services at £19.95/hour.
How much do social care services cost in South Ealing?
Rightway Care charges £19.95 per hour for social care services in South Ealing with a 2-hour minimum (£39.90 per visit). Common costs: once weekly (2hrs) = £39.90/week; twice weekly = £79.80/week; three times weekly = £119.70/week; daily companionship (2hrs) = £279.30/week. No hidden fees, weekend premiums, or bank holiday surcharges.
Can Ealing Council pay for social care services?
Ealing Council rarely funds social care (companionship) unless you have substantial needs where loneliness is affecting your health or safety. You may qualify if you have severe mental health issues, learning disabilities, or dementia requiring social engagement. Call Ealing Adult Social Services on 020 8825 8000 for assessment. Most social care is self-funded. Council funding is primarily for personal care (washing, dressing, medication).
How quickly can social care start in South Ealing?
Social care can start within 24 hours in South Ealing. For urgent loneliness support (recent bereavement, crisis, severe isolation), we can arrange same-day companionship visits. Call 020 8090 2086 before 2pm for same-day start. Standard requests begin within 24-48 hours after free telephone consultation and carer matching.
What areas of South Ealing do you cover for social care?
Rightway Care covers all South Ealing postcodes for social care: W5 (South Ealing Town, South Ealing, North Ealing, Pitshanger, Hanger Lane), W13 (West Ealing, Northfields, Hanwell), W7 (Hanwell), UB1 borders (Southall, Dormers Wells), and UB2 borders (Norwood Green). We serve all areas near South Ealing Town, South Ealing Station, South Ealing Station, South Ealing Station, and all major South Ealing landmarks.
What activities are included in social care visits?
Social care includes companionship, conversation, games, puzzles, reading, music, TV together, crafts, baking, gardening, park walks, shopping trips, cafe visits, cultural outings, library visits, community groups, exercise classes, religious services, and any activities you enjoy. Activities are personalized to your interests, mobility, and preferences. We create a tailored plan based on what brings you joy.
Do social carers help with shopping and errands?
Yes. Shopping assistance and errands are included in social care. This includes accompanying you to South Ealing Town, Waitrose, Southall Market, post office, pharmacy, bank, or any local shops. We help carry bags, navigate shops, remember items, and provide companionship during the trip. Shopping trips are typically 2-3 hours at £19.95/hour (£39.90-£59.85 per trip).
Can social carers take me to appointments?
Yes. Appointment accompaniment is included in social care. We accompany you to GP appointments, hospital visits, opticians, dentists, podiatrists, or any health appointments. We wait with you, take notes, and ensure you understand instructions. This provides reassurance and ensures you attend important appointments.
Will I have the same social carer every visit?
Yes. Continuity is essential for companionship. You'll have one primary social carer (90% of visits) who knows your interests, personality, and preferences. You'll have one backup carer (10% of visits) for holidays and sickness. Both carers know you well. Building a genuine friendship takes time, and consistency helps create meaningful connections.
Can I choose activities and outings with my social carer?
Absolutely. Social care is completely personalized to your interests and preferences. During your assessment, we discuss your hobbies, favorite activities, and places you'd like to visit. You and your carer plan activities together each week. If you want to try something new, just ask. It's your time, and we follow your lead while offering suggestions.
Is social care available on weekends and bank holidays?
Yes. Social care is available 7 days per week including all bank holidays at the same £19.95/hour rate. There are no weekend premiums or bank holiday surcharges. Many clients prefer weekend companionship when family is busy or weekday companionship when family visits on weekends. Flexible scheduling available.
What if I'm very shy or anxious about meeting new people?
We understand social anxiety and take a gentle approach. We'll match you with a patient, warm carer who's experienced with shy clients. First visits are low-pressure, just tea and chat at home. We build trust gradually before suggesting outings. Many shy clients become comfortable within 3-4 visits. There's no pressure to do activities you're uncomfortable with.
Can social carers speak Polish, Punjabi, or other languages?
Yes. We have social carers in South Ealing speaking English, Polish, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati, Somali, and Arabic. Many clients prefer carers who speak their first language for deeper conversation and cultural understanding. Specify language preferences during assessment. There's no extra charge for language-speaking carers.
Do you provide social care for couples in South Ealing?
Yes. We provide companionship for couples at the same address. One social carer can visit both people together (£19.95/hour for the couple). Activities include conversation, games, outings as a trio, meal companionship, and supporting couple's routines. This is ideal for married couples who are both lonely or one spouse has dementia and the other needs respite.
Can social carers help prepare meals during visits?
Yes. Light meal preparation is included in social care. Social carers can prepare simple meals (sandwiches, soups, pasta dishes, salads), bake together (cakes, biscuits), make tea and snacks, and eat meals with you for companionship. Complex cooking or full meal preparation is part of domestic care services, and we can combine social and domestic care in one visit.
What if I have dementia, can I still have social care?
Absolutely. Social care is highly beneficial for dementia. We provide dementia-friendly companionship including reminiscence, familiar routines, simple activities, gentle outings to familiar places, reassurance during confusion, and family respite. Our carers are Alzheimer's Society trained. Social engagement slows cognitive decline and reduces agitation. Cost: £19.95/hour (standard rate).
Do you help with technology like video calls with family?
Yes. Technology support is included in social care. We help with video calls to distant family (WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom), emails, online shopping, social media (Facebook), photo sharing, and learning new tech skills. Many elderly South Ealing residents want to connect with grandchildren online, and we make it simple and enjoyable.
Can social care help with grief and bereavement?
Yes. Bereavement companionship is a specialized social care service. We provide compassionate support after losing a spouse, partner, or close friend. This includes active listening, emotional support, practical help with funeral arrangements, gradual social reintegration, and ongoing friendship through grief. Intensive support in first months (daily/every-other-day) reducing gradually. Cost: £19.95/hour.
What's the minimum visit length for social care?
Social care visits have a 2-hour minimum (£39.90). This allows time for meaningful connection, activities, or an outing. Shorter visits (30 mins - 1 hour) feel rushed for companionship. Most clients find 2-3 hours ideal for home visits or 3-4 hours for community outings. Longer visits (4-6 hours) available for special outings.
Can I cancel or reduce social care visits?
Yes. There are no long-term contracts or cancellation fees. Cancel or reduce visits with 7 days notice. If you're unwell, in hospital, or on holiday, pause care with no charges. When ready to resume, give us 24 hours notice. Social care should be flexible to your needs and circumstances, and we adapt as your situation changes.
How does social care help prevent care home admission?
Regular social care helps people remain independent at home longer by combating loneliness, maintaining cognitive function, encouraging physical activity, monitoring wellbeing, and providing family respite. Clients with daily companionship remain in their Ealing homes an average of 2-3 years longer than isolated individuals. Social care is significantly cheaper than care homes (£14,523/year for daily companionship vs £62,400-93,600/year for care homes).
Book Your Free Social Care Assessment in South Ealing
Ready to combat loneliness and improve your wellbeing? Contact us now for immediate guidance and advice. Start within 24 hours.
info@rightwaycare.co.uk
Westminster Business Centre
Printing House Lane, Hayes UB3 1AP
Monday-Friday: 9am-10pm
Saturday-Sunday: 9am-5pm
Emergency line: 24/7 (existing clients)
What happens next:
- Call 020 8090 2086 for free consultation (15-30 mins)
- Home visit within 24 hours (free, no obligation)
- Receive personalized social care plan and pricing
- Meet your matched social carer
- Companionship begins within 24-48 hours
Key Takeaways: Social Care in South Ealing
- Rightway Care provides professional social care in South Ealing from £19.95/hour
- Services include companionship, activities, outings, emotional support, reducing loneliness
- Coverage across all South Ealing postcodes: W5, W13, W4, W14, UB2
- Minimum 2-hour visits (£39.90) for meaningful companionship
- Care starts within 24 hours (same-day for urgent loneliness)
- No hidden fees, weekend premiums, or long-term contracts
- Trained social carers with Enhanced DBS checks and compassion
- Languages: English, Polish, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Somali, Arabic
- 4.9/5 client satisfaction across 200+ South Ealing families
- Combats loneliness, improves mental health, maintains independence
CQC Registration: 13049795 (Verify at www.cqc.org.uk)
Service Area: South Ealing W5, W13, W4, W14, UB2, West London
Service Type: Social Care Services / Companionship
Price: £19.95 per hour (Minimum 2 hours = £39.90)