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Independent home support & companionship for people in Harrogate

Calm, experienced support for older people- delivered with discretion. If you’re beginning to worry about a loved one living at home, you are not alone. Many families contact us when Mum or Dad is still managing day to day, but confidence , connection or routine are starting to change.  You may live locally or at a distance.  You may want reassurance without overstepping, and support that feels respectful rather than intrusive.

Duchy Care provides independent companionship and home support in Harrogate, helping older people continue to live well at home while giving families peace of mind. We are not here to take over.  Our role is to support independence, confidence and wellbeing, while offering thoughtful oversight and continuity.

Most families begin with just a few hours a week.

A trusted, independent Harrogate service

Duchy Care is an independently owned, family run business, based in Harrogate. We are not a franchise or national chain. This independence allows us to remain flexible, personal and responsive, no rigid packages and no pressure to increase support unnecessarily. Families deal directly with the owner and a small, consistent local team.

Our reputation has grown through word of mouth, professional introductions and long standing relationships based on trust, discretion and reliability. We remain in close contact with families, offering reassurance, updates and calm guidance as needs evolve.

Experienced companions you can trust

Support is provided by a carefully selected team of mature, experienced local ladies – many with backgrounds in nursing, the NHS or professional care roles.

All companions hold an enhanced DBS check and are fully referenced and experienced; covered by full insurance; chosen for their professionalism, insight and genuine love for their work.

Our companions are observant, respectful and relationship-led. They understand the importance of preserving dignity and independence, whilst quietly noticing the small changes that matter. Wherever possible, support is delivered by a consistent group of companions, helping trust and familiarity develop naturally, which is essential for people living with memory challenges.

DEDICATED TO YOUR INDEPENDENCE

Companionship & home support in Harrogate

Our approach is companionship-led and thoughtfully delivered.  Support is shaped around the individual – never rushed and never task-driven.  We are there to support, not replace, helping people remain engaged and independent in their own lives.

Social interaction in the community

Support with using public transport and escorting on journeys

One to one time within care homes

Food preparation

Light housekeeping

Company whilst doing hobbies

Support on a day trip or even further afield

Help with everyday tasks, like shopping for food or clothes

Being there as a friend to listen and talk to

Emotional support

Help with pets

Dementia and memory-related support

We support clients living with early stage dementia and memory related conditions through familiar, consistent companionship.  A calm approach, trusted relationships and continuity help reduce anxiety and support confidence, while families remain closely informed.

 

OUR SUPPORT STRUCTURE:

A gentle introduction: One or two regular visits each week, often for a few hours at a time.  Support is provided by a familiar group of companions so visits feel settled and reassuring.

Building routine and reassurance: Support gradually becomes part of the week, with the same faces and ongoing communication with families.

Adapting as needs change: Support can increase over time if required, always relationship-led and flexible.

CQC registration and continuity: Duchy care is currently going through the CQC registration process. This ensures that, as needs change, we can continue supporting clients without disruption or loss of continuity. Families value knowing support does not need to change just as trust and relationships are established.

Our Team

We offer companionship care with warmth, integrity, insightfulness and a sense of positivity and humour.

Every member of our team is thoroughly checked (DBS), has experience in this sector with references and, more importantly, a genuine love for their work.

ALEXANDRA REAH/founder

I have lived in Yorkshire all my life, I have raised my family in Harrogate.  Alongside a passion for photography, care has always been a love of mine and I have over 30 years experience in care for the elderly.

The advice my father gave me at the start of my career in care “Look after people like you would your own mum and dad” has stayed with me and shaped my ethos, and it has now become the foundation of DUCHY Companionship CARE.

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Supporting Families - not just clients

Many families contact us feeling unsure, stretched or anxious about getting things right.  Our role is to listen, guide and support- without pressure. Often a short conversation brings clarity and reassurance.

If you would like to explore whether independent companionship or home support could help, we would be happy to talk.

Independent. Local. Relationship-led.

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