Kirby Care
Kirby Care is a home care agency in Leicester, Leicestershire (LE3 3EY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Kirby Care
We at Kirby Care are proud to provide compassionate home care across Leicester and the wider Leicestershire area, supporting older adults and younger adults to live well and independently in the comfort of their own homes. Based in the LE postcode area, we are ideally positioned to serve families throughout Leicester and surrounding communities in the East Midlands. Delivering care within a person's own home means every visit takes place in the most familiar and reassuring environment possible, surrounded by treasured belongings, personal routines, and the neighbourhoods our clients know and love. This continuity of place is something we recognise as deeply valuable, particularly for those living with age related conditions or adjusting to new support needs. Our specialisms span older person care, home care, and support for younger adults, which means we tailor each package of care to the individual rather than applying a one size fits all approach. In practice, this looks like taking time to understand personal histories, daily preferences, dietary needs, cultural considerations, and the small rituals that make a house feel like home. For older adults, this might mean gentle assistance with personal care, medication prompts, mobility support, or simply the reassurance of a friendly, familiar face checking in. For younger adults, our support often centres on promoting independence, enabling access to the community, and building confidence in day to day living. Whatever the age or circumstance, our aim is always the same: to enhance quality of life whilst respecting dignity, choice, and autonomy. We also recognise how important our role is for families. When loved ones live at a distance or juggle busy lives alongside caring responsibilities, knowing that a trusted team is providing consistent, kind, and reliable support brings genuine peace of mind. We work closely with relatives, keeping communication open and ensuring families feel included in care planning and everyday updates. The Care Quality Commission, England's independent regulator, has rated Kirby Care as Good overall, with a Good rating across every one of the five domains inspected: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This consistent picture reflects a care provider that meets expected standards in every area assessed, from safeguarding and clinical effectiveness through to the warmth of interactions and the leadership of the organisation. Families exploring care options can take genuine reassurance from a regulator's independent view of the quality we deliver. If you are considering home care for yourself or someone you love in Leicester or the surrounding areas, we would be delighted to hear from you. Choosing care is one of the most personal decisions a family can make, and we understand it can feel daunting. Please reach out for a friendly, no obligation conversation, and let us explore together how we can support your family with the compassion, respect, and reliability you deserve.
Care provided at Kirby Care
- Older person care
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 16 July 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Kirby Care
Where is Kirby Care located?
Kirby Care is a home care agency based in Leicester, Leicestershire (LE3 3EY), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Kirby Care provide?
Kirby Care is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Kirby Care's CQC rating?
Kirby Care is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 16 July 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Questions families ask about Kirby Care
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
No. Kirby Care Ltd does not list dementia care on the CQC register. Choose an agency that does if dementia is part of the picture.
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. Kirby Care Ltd covers roughly 10 miles from Leicester.
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 East Midlands
Kirby Care Ltd has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £26 to £31 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Kirby Care Ltd. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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