This article will guide you through the differences, benefits, and considerations of both options, helping you make an informed decision with confidence.

Chris and Alise discuss how early support is beneficial, how understanding behaviours and symptoms can be a comfort to families and how social interaction reduces isolation and fear.

With the right support, environment, and confidence-building, falls can be prevented, helping people stay active, independent, and well for longer.

Like many of us, Audrey values her independence and the familiar comforts of home. When a sudden fall disrupted her routine and questioned her safety at home, she needed home care that would support her, without compromising the life she loves.

Starting that conversation about support for elderly parents can be one of the hardest things for families to do.

In this video, our Co-founder Chris Gage and Director of Wellbeing Alise Kirtley share their thoughts on what really matters when choosing a homecare provider in Kent. Their message is simple but powerful: good homecare is about relationships, not tick-boxes.

Nature has proven benefits for wellbeing. It helps reduce anxiety, lift mood and create a sense of calm, even in small doses.

At Thrive Homecare, we believe everyone deserves the support they need to live well – without added financial worry. One benefit that many families don’t realise they may be entitled to is Attendance Allowance . Whether you’re arranging support for yourself or for the person you love, this simple, non-means-tested benefit could make a real difference.   What is Attendance Allowance? Attendance Allowance  is a tax-free benefit  for people over State Pension age (currently 66)

At Thrive , we believe that homecare should begin not with a crisis, but with connection. Too often, help only arrives when someone is...

Finding the right support for the person you love can feel like a big decision, especially when staying at home is a priority. Domiciliary care offers a gentle and flexible alternative to residential care, bringing trusted support into the place where they feel most comfortable – their own home. At Thrive Homecare, we provide high-quality domiciliary care services across Ashford and the wider Kent area. Our approach is relationship-centred, with every person supported in a wa