Brunel House
Brunel House is a home care agency in Faringdon, Oxfordshire (SN7 7YR).
About Brunel House
We at Brunel House are proud to offer compassionate home care across Faringdon and the surrounding Oxfordshire communities, bringing professional support directly into the place where people feel most themselves: their own home. Based in the market town of Faringdon, within easy reach of the wider SN postcode area, our team is well placed to support residents across this beautiful corner of the South East. Faringdon and its neighbouring villages offer a wonderful blend of rural charm and close knit community spirit, and we believe home care should reflect that same warmth. Rather than asking people to adapt to an unfamiliar environment, we come to them, respecting the routines, memories and personal touches that make a house a home. Whether someone lives in a village cottage, a town centre flat or a family home filled with generations of memories, we tailor our approach to fit seamlessly into daily life. Our care covers a broad range of needs, allowing us to walk alongside individuals and families through many different stages of life. For older people, we provide gentle, reliable support with the everyday tasks that can become more challenging over time, from personal care and medication prompts to companionship and help around the home. For those living with dementia, we take time to understand each person's history, preferences and communication style, offering patient, consistent care that promotes dignity and reduces distress. Familiar faces and steady routines matter enormously in dementia care, and we work hard to provide both. We also support adults living with mental health conditions, helping people to maintain independence, manage daily structure and feel less isolated. Our care for individuals with physical disabilities is centred on enabling choice, whether that means practical help with mobility and personal care or the encouragement needed to keep enjoying hobbies, appointments and social connections. Younger adults with care needs are equally welcome, and we recognise that support at a younger age often looks very different, focusing on independence, goals and quality of life rather than simply meeting basic needs. For families, our home care offer means peace of mind. Knowing that a trusted carer is visiting a loved one, whether for a short daily call or more extensive support, can lift an enormous weight from relatives who may live far away or juggle their own commitments. We aim to be a genuine partner to families, keeping communication open and adjusting care as circumstances change. Our CQC rating is currently listed as Not Yet Rated, which simply reflects that we are at an earlier stage in the formal inspection cycle rather than any judgement on the standard of our care. We remain fully committed to the principles the Care Quality Commission upholds: care that is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well led. Families are welcome to speak with us openly about how we work, the training our carers receive and the ways in which we monitor and improve what we do. Choosing home care for yourself or someone you love is a deeply personal decision, and we understand it often comes at an emotional time. If you are exploring options in Faringdon or the wider Oxfordshire area, we would be delighted to have a gentle, no pressure conversation about what you need. Reach out to us at Brunel House whenever you feel ready, and let us help you find a way forward that feels right for your family.
Care provided at Brunel House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Brunel House
Where is Brunel House located?
Brunel House is a home care agency based in Faringdon, Oxfordshire (SN7 7YR), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Brunel House provide?
Brunel House 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.
Does Brunel House provide dementia care?
Yes. Brunel House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Brunel House
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Brunel House 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. Brunel House covers roughly 10 miles from Faringdon.
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
Brunel House 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 Brunel House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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