Descare
Descare is a home care agency in Bristol, South Gloucestershire (BS34 5LP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Descare
We at Descare are proud to provide compassionate home care across Bristol and the surrounding South Gloucestershire community, supporting people to live well in the place they know best: their own home. Based in the BS postcode area, we are well positioned to reach families throughout Bristol and neighbouring South Gloucestershire neighbourhoods. As a home care agency, our setting is not a building but the familiar surroundings of each person we support. We come to you, weaving our care around the rhythms of your household, your routines, and the small comforts that make a house feel like home. Whether that means a morning visit to help with breakfast, support throughout the day, or a reassuring presence in the evening, we shape our visits around the life you already lead. Our care reflects the diverse needs of the people who choose us. We support older people who wish to remain independent at home for as long as possible, offering a steady, dignified hand with everyday tasks. For adults living with a learning disability or autism, we focus on personalised support that respects individual preferences, communication styles, and goals, helping people feel understood and confident in their daily lives. We also care for adults with physical disabilities, providing practical assistance that promotes autonomy rather than dependence, and we extend our support to younger adults whose needs may differ from those traditionally associated with home care. In practice, this means families can expect care plans built around the individual, regular communication, and a team that takes time to truly know the person behind the needs. We were rated Good by the Care Quality Commission at our most recent inspection in February 2023, with a Good rating across every domain: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this consistency offers reassurance that the care we deliver is thoughtful, well managed, and centred on the people we support. It reflects our commitment to doing the everyday things well, day after day. Choosing care for someone you love is rarely simple, and we understand the weight of that decision. If you are exploring home care in Bristol for a parent, partner, relative, or for yourself, we would warmly welcome the chance to talk. Reach out to learn how we can help your family feel supported, safe, and at ease at home.
Care provided at Descare
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 10 February 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Descare
Where is Descare located?
Descare is a home care agency based in Bristol, South Gloucestershire (BS34 5LP), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Descare provide?
Descare is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Descare's CQC rating?
Descare is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 10 February 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Questions families ask about Descare
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
No. Descare 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. Descare Ltd covers roughly 10 miles from Bristol.
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 West
Descare Ltd has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £28 to £33 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Descare Ltd. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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