Caring Folk
Caring Folk is a home care agency in Pudsey, Leeds (LS28 6BN). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Caring Folk
We at Caring Folk are proud to provide compassionate home care across Pudsey and the surrounding Leeds communities, supporting individuals to live safely and comfortably in the place they know best: their own home. Based in the LS postcode area, our team is well positioned to reach households throughout Pudsey and nearby neighbourhoods. Because we bring care directly to your doorstep, the familiar surroundings of home, treasured belongings, garden views, and local routines remain at the heart of daily life. This continuity can be especially reassuring for those who find comfort in the rhythms and memories woven into their own four walls. Our care covers a broad spectrum of needs, allowing us to walk alongside individuals and families through many different stages of life. We support older people who value a little extra help to maintain their independence, whilst also caring for younger adults whose circumstances call for tailored, respectful assistance. For those living with dementia, we take a patient, person centred approach, focusing on gentle routines, familiar cues, and meaningful moments of connection that help preserve dignity and wellbeing. We also support people navigating mental health challenges, offering a steady, understanding presence that respects each person's pace and preferences. For individuals with a physical disability, our team assists with the practical aspects of daily living in a way that promotes autonomy rather than dependence, helping people continue to do the things that matter most to them. Whatever the reason for reaching out, our aim is the same: to provide thoughtful, reliable care that fits around the person, not the other way around. For families, this means peace of mind. Knowing that a trusted carer is visiting a loved one, attending to their needs with warmth and professionalism, can lift an enormous weight from relatives who may live further away or juggle busy lives of their own. We see ourselves as partners with the families we support, keeping communication open and ensuring that everyone feels informed and involved. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, dated January 2022, in which we received an overall rating of Good. The CQC recognised us as Good across the Safe, Effective, Caring, and Responsive domains, an acknowledgement of the standards we uphold in day to day care, the kindness of our team, and the way we respond to the changing needs of the people we support. The Well led domain was rated as Requires Improvement, and we take this feedback seriously, using it as a foundation for ongoing development in how we manage, lead, and continually strengthen our organisation. For families, an overall Good rating offers meaningful reassurance that independent inspectors have found our care to be safe, effective, and delivered with genuine compassion. If you are exploring home care options for yourself or someone you love in Pudsey or the wider Leeds area, we would be delighted to hear from you. Choosing care is a deeply personal decision, and we are here to listen, answer your questions, and help you understand what support might look like in your particular situation. Please do reach out when you feel ready. At Caring Folk, you and your loved one will always be met with warmth, respect, and a genuine commitment to helping life at home feel just that little bit easier.
Care provided at Caring Folk
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 5 January 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Caring Folk
Where is Caring Folk located?
Caring Folk is a home care agency based in Pudsey, Leeds (LS28 6BN), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Caring Folk provide?
Caring Folk 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, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Caring Folk's CQC rating?
Caring Folk is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 January 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Caring Folk provide dementia care?
Yes. Caring Folk supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Caring Folk
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Caring Folk Limited 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. Caring Folk Limited covers roughly 10 miles from Pudsey.
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 Yorkshire & Humberside
Caring Folk Limited has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the Yorkshire & Humberside, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £25 to £30 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the Yorkshire & Humberside, not a quote from Caring Folk Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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