Empathy Care (IOW)
Empathy Care (IOW) is a home care agency in Ryde, Isle of Wight (PO33 1DR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Empathy Care (IOW)
We at Empathy Care (IOW) are proud to provide compassionate home care across Ryde and the wider Isle of Wight, supporting people to live well and safely in the place they know best: their own home. As a dedicated home care agency, we understand that familiar surroundings, personal routines, and treasured memories all play an important role in wellbeing, and our role is to help preserve them. Because we deliver care in your own home rather than a residential setting, the environment is shaped entirely by you. Our team travels across Ryde and the surrounding Isle of Wight communities, bringing professional support directly to your doorstep. Whether you live in a quiet residential street, a coastal property, or a family home filled with generations of memories, we adapt to your space, your routines, and your preferences. There is no need to leave behind the garden you have tended, the neighbours you have known for years, or the view from your favourite window. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the people we support. We provide older person care with warmth and dignity, offering everything from companionship and light domestic help to more involved personal care. For those living with dementia, our approach is patient, calm, and consistent, focusing on gentle reassurance, familiar routines, and meaningful moments of connection that help reduce anxiety for both the individual and their loved ones. We also support adults living with mental health needs, providing steady, non judgemental care that promotes confidence and independence. For people with physical disabilities, we assist with mobility, personal care, and daily tasks in ways that respect autonomy and dignity. Our support for those with visual or hearing impairments is tailored and thoughtful, ensuring communication is clear, environments are safe, and confidence is nurtured. We also care for younger adults, recognising that care needs are not defined by age and that every individual deserves support that reflects their goals, interests, and lifestyle. In practice, this means families can expect care plans that are genuinely personal. We take time to understand not just clinical needs but also the small things that matter: how you take your tea, which chair is yours, the programmes you enjoy, the friends you like to ring. For relatives, particularly those living further afield, this kind of attentive, consistent home care offers real peace of mind, knowing that someone kind and capable is checking in, supporting, and communicating openly. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our CQC Overall Rating of Good, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This independent assessment offers reassurance that the care we provide meets recognised national standards, that our team is well supported and well managed, and that the people we care for are treated with kindness and respect every day. Choosing home care is a significant decision, and we understand the weight families carry when exploring options for someone they love. If you are considering support for yourself or a relative in Ryde or elsewhere on the Isle of Wight, we would be very glad to hear from you. Please reach out for a friendly, no pressure conversation about how we can help, and let us walk alongside your family with the empathy, patience, and professionalism our name reflects.
Care provided at Empathy Care (IOW)
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 22 February 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Empathy Care (IOW)
Where is Empathy Care (IOW) located?
Empathy Care (IOW) is a home care agency based in Ryde, Isle of Wight (PO33 1DR), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Empathy Care (IOW) provide?
Empathy Care (IOW) is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Empathy Care (IOW)'s CQC rating?
Empathy Care (IOW) is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 22 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Empathy Care (IOW) provide dementia care?
Yes. Empathy Care (IOW) supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Empathy Care (IOW)
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Empathy Care (IOW) is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Empathy Care (IOW) covers roughly 10 miles from Ryde.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the South East
Empathy Care (IOW) has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £29 to £35 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Empathy Care (IOW). Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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