Walfinch provides personalised, high-quality domiciliary care, helping adults maintain independence and live safely in their own homes.

At Walfinch Stratford & Leamington Spa, we know choosing care is about more than support. It is about trust, dignity and peace of mind. We provide home care in Stratford Upon Avon, Leamington Spa, Warwick, Wellesbourne, Shipston on Stour and surrounding areas.

We provide personalised home care that helps people stay independent and confident in the place they love most, their own home. Our care is relationship-led, carefully matched, and focused on the you, not just the tasks.

What makes us different is our community focus. Through our Free Thrive Clubs and local initiatives, we actively reduce loneliness and help people stay connected and engaged.

• Live-in care: Full-time carers stay in the client’s home to provide 24/7 support.

• Personal care at home (registered): Assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, and medication management.

• Intermediate / after hospital care: Short-term support to help clients regain independence following discharge from hospital.

• Support for carers / relief care / respite care: Temporary care services to give family carers a break.

• Dementia care: Specialised care tailored to individuals living with dementia, including day-to-day support and cognitive engagement.
• Emotional support & advocacy: Carers provide companionship, emotional support, and assistance navigating care options.

• Older adults – Support with daily tasks, personal care, and companionship to maintain independence at home.

• Those with long-term health conditions – Help managing medication, therapies, and day-to-day living while promoting wellbeing. e.g. Dementia

• Those with long-term health conditions – Help managing medication, therapies, and day-to-day living while promoting wellbeing. e.g. Dementia

• People recovering from illness or surgery – Temporary care to support rehabilitation and a safe return to independent living. e.g. Heart attack, cancer, stroke, an accident etc

• Family carers – providing respite care or relief support so unpaid carers can take a break.

The simplest way to start is by getting in touch with the Walfinch Stratford & Leamington Spa team. You can:

• Call: 01926 898 500 to speak with a member of the local care team about your needs and begin the process.
• Email: info.SL@walfinch.com to request information, ask about care options, or arrange an assessment.

The team will talk with you about your situation and explain what services match your needs.

Walfinch Stratford & Leamington Spa offers a free care assessment

What to expect then:

1. Initial Contact

• A member of the Walfinch Stratford & Leamington Spa team will respond via phone or email to discuss your enquiry.
• They may ask preliminary questions about care needs, daily routines, and preferences.

2. Free Care Assessment

• The service arranges a personalised care assessment, usually in your home, to understand your needs in detail.
• During the assessment, they will discuss:
• Health and medical requirements
• Daily activities and support needed
• Personal preferences and lifestyle
• Any cultural, religious, or language considerations
• The assessment helps the team create a tailored care plan.

3. Care Plan Proposal

• After the assessment, you will receive a proposed care plan detailing:
• Type of care (live-in, hourly visits, nursing support, dementia care, respite care)
• Number of hours and schedule
• Assigned carer(s) where possible
• Costs and payment options

4. Discussion & Agreement

• The applicant (or family) can review, ask questions, and request adjustments to the care plan.
• The plan is finalised once both parties agree, ensuring it meets needs and preferences.

5. Care Begins

• Care can usually start quickly, sometimes within 24–48 hours, depending on availability.
• Carers are matched to the client, considering experience, training, and personal compatibility.

6. Ongoing Review

 The care plan is regularly reviewed to adapt to any changes in health, lifestyle, or preferences.

• Applicants can request updates or additional support at any time.

Additional information:

• Person-Centred Approach: Walfinch Sutton Coldfield focuses on tailoring care to the individual, respecting personal routines, preferences, cultural or religious needs, and lifestyle choices. Every care plan is customised to promote independence and quality of life.

• Highly Trained Staff: All carers are professionally trained and registered where required. They receive ongoing training in areas such as dementia care, safe handling, and safeguarding.

• Flexible Services: The service offers short-term, long-term, and emergency care, including hourly visits, live-in care, respite, and post-hospital support. This ensures clients receive exactly the level of support they need, when they need it.

• Family Support: Walfinch also supports family carers through respite care and guidance, helping relieve pressure while maintaining high-quality care for loved ones.

• Community-Focused: The service encourages social interaction, companionship, and mental wellbeing, helping clients stay connected to their community and maintain independence.

• Safety and Wellbeing First: All care is delivered with a focus on safety, dignity, and wellbeing, including medication management, fall prevention, and health monitoring.

• Responsive and Accessible: Applicants can contact the branch directly by phone, email, or in person, and care can often start quickly after assessment.