Home care in Kensington and Chelsea
Vetted, self-employed carers for older people in Chelsea, Kensington, Notting Hill and Earl's Court, introduced by Viola.
- Carer introduced within 48 hours
- £20 an hour, every day
- Live-in care from £150 a day
Staying at home in Kensington and Chelsea
The borough runs from North Kensington and Notting Hill in the north, through Holland Park and Kensington, down to South Kensington, Earl's Court and Chelsea by the river. It is compact, but neighbourhoods feel very different from one street to the next.
Many older residents live in tall stucco houses, mansion blocks and mews, where stairs are part of every day. A carer can help with getting up and dressed, cooking, shopping on Kensington High Street or the King's Road, and getting out for fresh air in Holland Park or along the Embankment.
Viola is an introductory agency: we introduce vetted, self-employed carers, you choose, and we handle the paperwork and payments.
Areas we cover
- Chelsea
- Kensington
- South Kensington
- Notting Hill
- Holland Park
- Earl's Court
- North Kensington
- World's End
- SW3, SW5, SW7, SW10
- W8, W10, W11
Care at home in Kensington and Chelsea
Hourly care
From one hour a visit, £20 an hour every day. Useful for help with breakfast, a trip to Portobello Road market or the local pharmacy, and settling in for the evening.
Overnight care
A carer stays through the night, usually 10pm to 8am, from £140 a night.
Live-in care
A carer lives in the home, from £150 a day. Needs a spare room.
Companionship
A gentle walk in Holland Park, a visit to a favourite café in Chelsea or a quiet afternoon at home.
Dementia support
A steady routine with the same familiar carer and gentle everyday help.
Help after hospital
After discharge from Chelsea and Westminster Hospital or elsewhere, the first days home matter. Carers help with everyday living, not medical procedures.
Partner carers support everyday living. They do not carry out medical procedures.
More than 1,000 families across Europe have found care through Viola
★ 4.9 / 5 reviews- 1,000+families across Europe have found care through Viola
- 160,000+hours of care arranged
- 4countries: the UK, Ireland, the Czech Republic and Slovakia
- 4.9 / 5average review rating from families
“It was great working with Viola, Jan made all efforts to get the right person for my needs and it worked out very well. I highly recommend Viola for home help”
“Thank you for the professional approach of Viola and the caregiver. Everything went quickly and smoothly.”
“The service is provided by very helpful and pleasant people. I have never had a problem where they did not have a solution. I have also always been very satisfied.”
Hourly, live-in or overnight care?
Calculate your weekly price
The hourly rate is always £20, regardless of the day of the week, weekends or bank holidays. Travel costs are included, and there are no hidden fees or additional charges.
Calculate your overnight care
Overnight care starts from £140 per night. The carer stays awake and available all night, usually from 10pm to 8am, and other times can be agreed. It can be combined with hourly care during the day.
Live-in care prices
Prices start from £150 per day. The final rate depends on the level of support needed, and we will confirm it with you before anything is agreed.
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Do you cover all of Kensington and Chelsea?
Yes. We introduce self-employed carers across the borough, including Chelsea (SW3, SW10), South Kensington (SW7), Earl's Court (SW5), Kensington (W8) and Notting Hill and North Kensington (W11, W10).
How much does home care cost in Kensington and Chelsea?
£20 an hour, the same on weekends and bank holidays, travel included. Overnight care starts from £140 a night and live-in care from £150 a day.
How quickly can a carer start?
A suitable carer is usually introduced within 48 hours. Live-in care is usually arranged within 5 days.
How are carers vetted?
Each carer goes through an interview, ID and right-to-work checks, a clean Enhanced DBS check and references from families. All work as self-employed.
