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Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Suite G, Bateman Court, Bateman Street, Derby, Derbyshire DE23 8JQ
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I would thoroughly recommend them to anyone seeking support at homeF D(Client / Service User)
Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding), Derby
The team's dedication and commitment to ensuring my father's well-being have been truly remarkablCaroline J(Daughter of Client/Service User)
Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding), Derby
I cannot praise the care and attention that my partner received too highlyPenny F(Partner of Client/Service User)
Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding), Derby

Right at Home Derby has been taking the worry away from caring for a loved one since 2012. On the back of an Outstanding Caring Rating from CQC, they have gone on to win local and national care awards for the quality of care provided, winning the prestigious UK Skills for Care Accolade for "UK Best Employer in Care 50-249 employees"

Right at Home provides a person-centred approach to home care...  

Care Provided by Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Live-in Care
  • 24 Hour Care
  • Overnight Care (Waking)
  • Overnight Care (Sleeping)

Minimum Visit Duration (Visiting Care)

  • 45 minutes

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term
  • Respite / Short Term

Age Ranges

  • Older Person Care (65+)
  • Younger Adult Care (18-65)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)
  • Companionship
  • Continence Care
  • Feeding & Drinking Assistance

Household Services

  • Cleaning Service
  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • Laundry Service
  • Shopping Service / Errands
  • Transportation Service

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Cancer Care
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • Hospital Discharge

Funding & Fees

Daily Charges per Person

  • Hourly Visiting Care Fees: £36.50 - £38.50
  • Weekly Live-in Care Fees: £1,855 - £2,226
The price(s) shown are provided by the agency. Contact Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding) for full pricing details and T&Cs.

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Funding Types Accepted

  • Private Funding (Self-funded)
  • Direct Payments (from Local Authority/NHS)
  • Local Authority (Contracted Provider)
  • NHS (Contracted Provider)

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Melanie Rowland (Registered Manager)

Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding) Reviews (75)

9.9

Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.854) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding) has 75 reviews.

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Review from H U (Sister of Client) published on 26 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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We have used Right at Home for over 5 years now! They are always professional, and eager to assist with any queries or problems. After a period of changes, we now have a settled care team, which meets our needs. The client has Autism, and other health issues, and therefore needs continuity in his daily life.

His Care team and Manager are friendly, approachable, and efficient. Always eager to assist with any issues that may arise. For me personally, the online facility to read the carer's daily notes is essential. It gives me peace of mind, and enables me to keep a check on my Sibling's health and wellbeing.

Reply from John Houghton, Owner at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Hi, many thanks for leaving such a detailed review of the service over the past 5 years. The dedicated care team are pleased that you have the stability that is so important.

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Review from Ashley D (Friend of Client) published on 15 May 2024 Submitted via Website
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Cannot fault Right at Home. They have been absolutely brilliant with the care and help they have provided over the last few years. They have all gone above and beyond to help keep the lady at home. Would highly recommend them to anyone.

Reply from Ruth Berry, Deputy Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for your kind words; it's been a pleasure providing care. Kindest regards from all at Right at Home.

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Review from D P (Client / Service User) published on 19 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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I found all your staff very helpful, obliging and attentive. They were also very punctual so I knew exactly when to expect them. Nothing was too much trouble. It was nice to have them in the house. I will certainly use your company again.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for your lovely review, it is so nice to read such a positive review of the service. Just call us when you need us again.

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Review from Julia W (Client / Service User) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Having required care for over 20 years, I can say with confidence that Right at Home are the best. I have found their carers provide a professional and compassionate service. Once here, there will be no need to look anywhere else!

Reply from John Houghton, Owner at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for the feedback and taking the time to do it. We cannot believe it is almost 9 years that we have helped support you to live an independent life. Looking forward to many more years.

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Review from Keith G (Husband of Client) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Found the carers to be kind, helpful and capable. Nothing too much trouble and their presence and happy smiles are of great comfort. Would have great difficulty managing without them.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for your kind words, we are very pleased to see the positive impact their attention is having.

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Review from Nicola M (Daughter of Client) published on 16 January 2024 Submitted via Website
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Thank you to Right at Home for the care and attention you provide to support my mum at home. The lady who provides care and companion support for my mum once a week gets the approach and care level absolutely spot on. I am also grateful for the immediate attention to contacting Mum and/or me when attendance has to be altered, and to the ladies who have to step in at short notice. Mum has never been left without support. Everyone is extremely caring, gentle and efficient and I cannot express enough, how much this helps us. It just leaves me to say I am very glad I chose Right at Home to provide support for my mum. Thank you.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)
Thank you for your kind words, the team are really pleased that it makes a difference to your mum and also yourself.

It is a pleasure to assist your mum to stay where she wants to be.

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Review from A P (Nephew of Client) published on 2 February 2023 Submitted via Website
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Had the pleasure to liaise with the deputy manager who professionally dealt with my initial enquiry.
We then met a day later at my aunt's to sort details and consent from my aunt.
All very precise and very appreciated last min support to the required care arranged and all regulatory parts in place.

Recommended A+ service.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you very much for your kind words, I will be sure to pass them on to the team. It is always a pleasure to know that we are having such a positive impact on our clients and their loved ones.

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Review from A T (Nephew of Client) published on 20 October 2022 Submitted via Website
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Great dealing and communication with management who have been very reassuring and thorough. We are looking to extend the level of service now we have experienced the service and care provided.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for your review, it is always a pleasure to hear that we are making a positive difference to our clients and their wider family.

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Review from Rachel K (Friend of Client) published on 23 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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Right At Home are outstanding carers always on time polite kind and trustworthy.

As a carer myself I understand the work required and Right At Home always complete their work to a High Standard. I would always recommend Right At Home!

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Review from Joyce B (Client / Service User) published on 22 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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Very pleased with the friendly characters and personalities of the carers that I’ve met. The care I receive is of a genuine excellent standard and fulfil my care requirements. I would be happy to recommend Right at Home to a family member or friend.

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Review from A E (Wife of Client) published on 16 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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My husband is medically vulnerable and also suffers from Alzheimer’s. I am his main carer. The last two years have been difficult, confined to home, shielding. About six months ago a carer from Right at Home started to visit us and stay with my husband for a few hours each week enabling me to get out and catch up with life and friends.
We have an excellent carer, professional, punctual, who has built up a good relationship with my husband.

Right at Home are easy to contact and flexible when any problems and changes crop up.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for your kind words, we are so happy that his caregiver has built a good relationship with your husband and you have found them to be professional and punctual.

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Review from Julie L (Daughter of Client) published on 15 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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Right at Home are always very helpful when I have to email them or telephone with any changes to my Mum’s care plan.

All the carers are very friendly and caring. My Mum finds them all helpful and willing to do anything she asks for help with.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it is reassuring to know that our CareGivers are making a positive impact for your mum.

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Review from Anita P (Client / Service User) published on 7 July 2021 Submitted via Website
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It was always understood that my care would be relatively short term. Nothing was too much trouble and when I wanted my care tweaked this was never any problem. The care workers always arrived on time and were so friendly and caring. I am quite sad not to have them coming, but they have certainly bolstered my confidence.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for your kind words, we were very happy to help you to regain your confidence, and are pleased that you were so happy with your care team.

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Review from Jane C (Daughter of Client) published on 15 June 2021 Submitted via Website
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Thank you isn't a big enough word to express how my mum has benefitted from her early morning and bedtime support visits from the Right At Home carers. They have been professional, kind, thoughtful and friendly. Mum will miss them very much when she moves into a nursing home.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for taking the time to write the review. It means a lot to the team that we are able to help your mum. I will pass on your comments to her team.

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Review from Nicola I (Daughter of Client) published on 14 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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I have found that Right at Home have been very responsive to the changing needs of my father. They have acted swiftly to provide an increased level of care when required. Each carer works to develop a good relationship with my dad. The communication has been great - letting the family know when something unexpected occurs. It's very reassuring to know that we can rely upon the support that my dad is given by Right at Home and that it is of a standard that, at the moment, is enabling him to remain in his own home.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for taking the time to write a review, it is really lovely to see that your father has a good relationship with his care team. It is a pleasure to work with you to enable him to stay at home.

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Review from Sue J (Niece of Client) published on 30 April 2021 Submitted via Website
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I look after my aunt from 150 miles away and needed somebody on the spot to take care of details. I gave Right at Home a list of the things we needed them to check on and this has been achieved with sensitivity by the carer, who quickly established a rapport with my aunt, being aware of her need to still feel in control. The management has been extremely helpful in arranging a carer to accompany my aunt to her many appointments, sometimes with last-minute changes. I am extremely satisfied with all aspects of the service.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for your review, it is a pleasure to assist your aunt, and nice to know it makes a positive difference to her.

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Review from Sally C (Client / Service User) published on 30 April 2021 Submitted via Website
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I’ve been with Right at Home for a number of years now and have always found them to be a reliable and trustworthy care company, staffed by individuals who epitomise the title of carer. During this last unique and alarming year we’ve all been going through, it’s been even more important that someone I know and who knows me will be coming to help me with kindness, compassion and a smile (even though it’s hidden behind a mask!).

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for your kind words, Sally, it is a pleasure to support you.

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Review from Jane P (Daughter of Client) published on 29 April 2021 Submitted via Website
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We have been using Right at Home (Derby) for the past few months for my dad. They carry out a variety of tasks on each visit, such as cooking, ironing and companionship. These tasks, which I requested, were discussed at an initial meeting to ensure the care given to my dad meets his needs. If I felt some tasks needed to be changed, this was amended on my dads care plan promptly. It is excellent, I have log in details to see how each visit has been, which the caregiver writes up. My dad has commented on a number of occasions how he enjoys the caregiver's company and the food they cook for him. It has definitely given myself and my siblings peace of mind knowing my dad is being looked after on each visit and getting the correct care he needs. I would definitely recommend this care company as the caregivers and coordinators have been excellent.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for taking the time to complete this review, it is lovely to read that your dad enjoys the company of his team and is having a positive impact upon him.

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Review from Beckie T (Daughter of Client) published on 29 April 2021 Submitted via Website
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I've been very happy with the care that my father has been given and I feel valued as a customer of Right at Home. Every interaction I have with the carers has been very positive and I feel that they genuinely care about my father and his health, which is excellent.

Reply from John Houghton, Owner at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review, Beckie. His carers have loved helping your dad remain independent, especially during these challenging times.

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Review from Martin S (Son of Client) published on 29 April 2021 Submitted via Website
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All your carers have been dedicated and professional. They have good judgement of when to lighten the mood and when more gravitas is required. Nothing is too much trouble and no one ever said they needed to hurry off to their next visit before they had properly looked after my mum that day. They all truly care - which is apparent in all their decisions, suggestions and actions. I could not be more grateful for their support over these last few months. Thank you.

Reply from Melanie Rowland, Registered Manager at Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

Thank you for taking the time to complete this Martin. It was a pleasure looking after your mum, and I will pass on your kind words to her team.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 12 August 2022
Overall Good
  • Caring Outstanding
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Awards / Recognitions (13)

  • Recipient: Right at Home UKDate: Friday 30 May 2025
  • Recipient: Right at Home UKDate: Friday 31 May 2024
  • Recipient: Right at Home UKDate: Wednesday 31 May 2023

Meet the Team (5)

Melanie Rowland Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2019
Melanie Rowland

Melanie Rowland is the Registered Manager for both Derby and East Staffs. Melanie is dedicated, and compassionate and never hesitates to roll her sleeves up and help out wherever possible. Melanie is a passionate and inspiring leader of both teams, promoting the importance of work-life balance.

Melanie has been in the Care industry for many years now and has experience in care homes, mental health units and other adult and child support services.

Melanie loves to travel and hike in her spare time and spend time with her family and company mascots – Islay & Oscar.

John Houghton Job Title: Managing Director Joined: 2012
John Houghton

John started Right at Home Derby in 2012 after a long and successful career with an industry-leading family-run business.

Taking up the opportunity to spend time in his community, John was elected as a local councillor in Willington.

It was during a community event that John came across an elderly local parishioner who was reliant on care from a contracted provider. The parishioner was looking for help with getting a reliable service provider who would turn up on time, stay for the full time allocated and have some consistency with the care worker they were receiving.

Whilst trying to help the parishioners with their simple request, John realised that their case was not unique and that there were a lot of people who would benefit from a more personalised and quality service.

Determined to make a difference, John decided to use his experience of growing a quality customer-focused business and translate these into the Home Care sector.

Working alongside a dedicated care team, he is passionate about delivering quality care to the people of Derbyshire.

John is now an active member promoting choice and personalisation within Derbyshire and Staffordshire and sits on the management committee of Derby Care Association which works to provide support to local providers and to improve the social care sector in Derby.

John is a recognised Dementia Friends and is training to be a local champion. John also supports Royal Derby Hospitals Dementia Action Group and works with local support group Making Space to help support people within Derby and Staffordshire.

The goal of Right at Home (Derby) is simple:

To allow your loved ones to remain in their homes for as long as possible.
To add years to the lives of your loved ones, but as importantly, to add quality and life to those years.

In practice, this means:

Turning up on time and at a time that is convenient for the customer.
Travelling in our time and not within the customer's allocated time.
Supplying the same friendly home care assistant on each call.
Each call will ideally last for at least 1 hour.
Each call is built on outcome-based activities to improve the quality of life of the individual.

Away from work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and being a permanent taxi driver to his 5 children.

Ruth Berry Job Title: Deputy Care Manager Joined: 2017
Ruth Berry

Ruth's experience within healthcare dates back to 2002, when she began her career in a nursing home at the age of 17. Ruth went on to work in various settings within the NHS, gaining a broad range of knowledge and experience that has been instrumental in her professional development.

In 2017, Ruth moved into homecare, marking the beginning of her journey with Right at Home Derby. Starting as a CareGiver, she was determined to climb the career ladder and utilize her extensive experience.

Ruth is extremely proud of her team and the hard work and dedication they demonstrate which led to her current role as the Deputy Care Manager for Right at Home Derby.

Ruth's responsibilities as Deputy Care Manager include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the service, conducting client assessments, handling client enquiries, and managing client reviews. Ruth also addresses daily client queries and completes compliance with all CQC regulations.

Her comprehensive approach ensures that Right at Home Derby delivers the highest standard of care to all our clients.

In addition to her managerial duties, Ruth is an active member of the Right at Home Derby Charity Team, which fundraises year-round for the Alzheimer's Society and the British Heart Foundation. Her commitment to these causes highlights her dedication to making a positive impact both within and outside of her professional role.

Jo Hudson Job Title: Care Coordinator Joined: 2017
Jo Hudson

Jo has been an integral part of Right at Home Derby since joining in August 2017 as a CareGiver. Demonstrating exceptional dedication and skill, she swiftly advanced to the position of Senior Caregiver. By September 2019, Jo had transitioned into an office role to assist with scheduling alongside the Care Coordinator. Her commitment and expertise led to a promotion to full Care Coordinator in October 2020.

Jo has pursued continuous professional development, achieving a Level 3 qualification in Adult Health & Social Care, and is currently completing her Level 4 certification.

Jo thrives in the positive and collaborative environment at Right at Home Derby. With over seven years of service and continual professional growth, she remains hands-on in the community, performing care calls and maintaining her direct connection with clients, a role she find deeply rewarding.

Jodie Hunt Job Title: Digital and Community Engagement Partner Joined: 2020
Jodie Hunt
Jodie started with Right at Home Derby in February 2020 when she joined as a CareGiver.

Transitioning from a background in hospitality and catering to the healthcare sector was a significant career shift, but a comprehensive training programme equipped Jodie well for the new challenge.

Jodie quickly adapted to her role and soon realised it was a perfect fit, wishing she had made the switch earlier.

With the support and encouragement of the management team, Jodie embarked on an Adult Care Worker apprenticeship. Initially, Jodie was apprehensive about returning to education after a long hiatus, but the ample time and resources provided helped her manage her studies effectively.

In December 2021, Jodie expanded her responsibilities by joining the recruitment team, where she focused on identifying and onboarding future CareGivers. This experience broadened her understanding of the business and sparked a new interest in social media management.

Jodie began managing the company’s social media accounts, which opened up exciting opportunities to engage with our community in new ways.

By January 2024, Jodie fully transitioned from the recruitment department to her current role as the Digital and Community Marketing Partner for Right at Home Derby and East Staffordshire.

In this capacity, Jodie oversees our business websites, Google pages, and social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Additionally, Jodie organises charity events, and coffee mornings, and participates in community activities such as local Women’s Institute meetings, sponsored events, fairs, Warm Spaces and Alzheimer’s Memory Cafés.

Frequently Asked Questions about Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding)

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Right at Home (Derby and Surrounding) employs 30 carers.

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