Hales Homecare Wickford

Suite 6, Sopwith House, Wickford SS11 8YU
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9.6 17 Reviews
  • Hales Homecare Wickford, Wickford
Hales Homecare Wickford are committed to their service users and strive to enhance your life and enable you to live as independently and happily as possible with one to one support.

Hales offer a range of services for people of all ages and requirements, including domestic support, personal care and companionship. Their friendly carers will be there for you when you need them, from just a few hours a week to live-in support, and also offer respite and emergency services for when your normal caregiver needs a well-deserved break or may fall ill.

The team at Hales understands how important it is that the little things are done right which is why they work around your routines and preferences to ensure that everything is kept just as you like it.

Hales' service users are at the heart of their services which is why they go the extra mile to match you with the carer most suited both to your needs and personal interests. They also work to achieve consistency in providing you with the same carer so that you can create a long-lasting friendship and build trust.

Hales Homecare Wickford is here for you and happy to help.
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Care Provided by Hales Homecare Wickford

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Live-in Care

Minimum Visit Duration (Visiting Care)

  • 30 minutes

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term

Age Ranges

  • Older Person Care (65+)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)
  • Companionship

Household Services

  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • Shopping Service / Errands

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Funding & Fees

  • Hourly Visiting Care Fees: from £29.29

All bank holidays charged at Time and One Half except: Good Friday, Easter Monday, Christmas Day and New Years day which are charged at double time.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Hales Homecare Wickford to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Hales Homecare Wickford to get a personalised quote.

Funding Types Accepted

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

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Chantelle McCabe (Regional Operations Manager)

Hales Homecare Wickford Reviews (17)

9.6

Hales Homecare Wickford has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.575) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hales Homecare Wickford has 17 reviews.

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Review from T W (Son of Client) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When Mum came out of hospital, Hales came with her, and Mum wanted them to carry on with her. It's turned out great. Maralyn and the girls go above and beyond with Mum, and she loves them, and I don't know where I would be without them. Thanks Hales, you are God-sent.
Reply from Francesca Barnes, Head of Quality and Workforce Development at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you so much for sharing this lovely feedback. We're really pleased to hear how well things have gone since your mum came home from hospital and that she feels so supported. Feedback like this genuinely matters to us, and we'll make sure it's passed on to the whole team. We're passionate about providing care that makes a real difference, and it means a lot to know that the support has helped you and your family.
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Review from Nick C (Son of Client) published on 19 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic care for my mum, Pat. Constantly evaluating her needs and doing their best to meet them.
Reply from Nicola Mewse, Group Managing Director at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review. Hales Group are pleased to be able to provide the care and support your Mum needs, and adjust it as & when those needs may change. We will ensure your comments are passed on to the local team who support her. Feedback such as yours is essential to continuing to raise standards within Homecare and means the world to our Hales Heroes.
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Review from Mark H (Friend of Client) published on 19 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly and attentive. Always answer or respond quickly to any phone calls. They put my mind at rest with any questions. They treat their clients with respect.
Reply from Nicola Mewse, Group Managing Director at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you for your positive review and for placing your trust in our service. We're very pleased to hear that our team has made a difference and supported you in a way that feels right for you.
Delivering person-centred, respectful care is central to our values, and feedback like this reassures us we're getting it right. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to the branch and the care team who support you.
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Review from Pat H (Wife of Client) published on 18 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All carers were very efficient and looked after my husband well. Just one complaint, and was dealt with promptly.
Reply from Irene Amarante, Digital Media & Marketing Manager at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you for your positive review. It's reassuring to hear that the carers provided efficient and supportive care for your husband. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and will be shared with the team.
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Review from A E (Wife of Client) published on 18 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The carers have a good relationship with client and family. Chatting to client in cheerful manner while attending to their needs and also listening to concerns brought up by myself (wife) about his health.
Reply from Irene Amarante, Digital Media & Marketing Manager at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you so much for taking the time to share your kind feedback. We're really pleased to hear that you've had a positive experience with our service. We'll be sure to share your feedback with the carers involved, as recognition like this is hugely appreciated. Thank you again for your trust and recommendation.
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Review from M P (Daughter of Client) published on 18 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very pleased with service. Carers at Wickford branch go above and beyond to ensure my parents have the best care available. The girls do many personal touches without even being asked and parents have an excellent rapport with them.
Reply from Irene Amarante, Digital Media & Marketing Manager at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear you've been happy with the care and support provided. Your feedback means a lot to our team and we really appreciate you taking the time to share it.
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Review from Katie P (Client) published on 17 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent service as always over the years. Really care about their clients and go over and above every time. They are friendly and polite and the communication is fantastic. Couldn't recommend them enough.
Reply from Irene Amarante, Digital Media & Marketing Manager at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you so much for your excellent review. We are pleased to hear that you have consistently experienced great service from our care workers. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we will share your feedback with the team.
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Review from Karen W (Niece of Client) published on 11 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly and helpful staff, always put their clients first especially one carer who has helped and supported me in the well-being of my aunt who was hospitalised 3 weeks ago, giving me advice and help and putting my mind at rest would highly recommend.
Reply from Irene Amarante, Digital Media & Marketing Manager at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you for taking the time to leave us a fantastic review. We are pleased to hear that our staff have been supportive and helpful during your aunt's hospitalisation. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we will pass your feedback on to the team.
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Review from S A (Client) published on 7 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I've only been with Hales Care for 2 months, the experience has been an enjoyable experience compared to other care companies. My carers are understanding of my needs and support in any way they can, they are on time as I'm diabetic which is great. They treat you with respect and you can see they have
had the proper training and always clear up after themselves and because of my low immune system, they always make sure they have the correct PPE on. All in all, it's a pleasure being part of Hales Care.
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Review from S H (Daughter of Client) published on 31 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We had good support from staff during a difficult month for us.
Nothing was too much trouble for staff towards us at this time. Communication and care were there for the client and myself and we were listened to.
Reply from Irene Amarante, Digital Media & Marketing Manager at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you for sharing your experience. We are pleased to hear that our staff provided the support and care you needed during a challenging time. Your feedback is important to us and we will share your kind words with the team.
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Review from Carole W (Daughter of Client) published on 5 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Truly exceptional, professional and caring team. Living overseas and away from my mother for long periods, I have been comforted and assured by the service provided to my elderly and demented Mum. The team are truly empathetic and takes the initiative to attend to needs that they perceive to be necessary
to keep Mum in her own home. From the office team to the girls out and about I cannot find any fault at all and would highly recommend them to any potential user. Nothing is too much trouble, they are available 24/7 and have never once let us down with a missed service. Totally reliable and understanding. I really can't say enough about how lovely the whole team are.
Reply from Irene Amarante, Digital Media & Marketing Manager at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you so much for sharing your positive feedback about our care services. We truly appreciate you taking the time to let us know how we're doing. We will make sure to pass along your kind words to the care team who is looking after your mum. It will mean a lot to them to know that they are making a difference in your mum's life.
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Review from Patricia B (Client) published on 23 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having used this service for 18 months plus - very satisfied overall. The staff allocated to me are very caring and kind.
Reply from Irene Amarante, Digital Media & Marketing Manager at Hales Homecare WickfordYour feedback means the world to us. Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a positive review, and we will ensure your feedback is shared with the team.
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Review from Rose W (Client) published on 31 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care I receive is great. I am well cared for. They are now like family and do everything I ask.
Reply from Nicola Mewse, Managing Director at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you so much for taking the time to provide such a positive review. We are incredibly proud of the professional care team we have in Essex and will ensure your kind words are passed on to them. We know they will appreciate the feedback.
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Review from Buschra R (Wife of Client) published on 29 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot fault the team. I'm more than impressed by their demeanour and work ethic. We feel ever so comfortable and at ease during their visits.
We'll be ever so sad to say goodbye at the end of their care, but we feel we've made lifelong friends. Absolutely a 5-star service.
Reply from Nicola Mewse, Managing Director at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you so much for taking the time to review our services. We are very proud of the professional team we have in Essex and the commitment they show to all of our service users. We will ensure your kind remarks are shared with all the staff, we know it will mean a lot to them.
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Review from Sue M (Daughter of Client) published on 22 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so impressed with the team. They make my mum feel loved and comfortable. They genuinely worry about the people in their care and go above and beyond to help wherever they can.
They are always polite and helpful when I call and update me whenever necessary.
They have also helped my mum's boyfriend
when they didn't have to.
I can't recommend them highly enough and feel so lucky to have been allocated to them as my mum's carers
Reply from Nicola Mewse, Managing Director at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you so much for taking the time to review our services. Hales Homecare work tirelessly to support many very vulnerable people and we are so pleased that you are delighted with the care being delivered by our Essex team. We will ensure your feedback is shared with the care team. We know that recognition for their thoughtful caring attitudes will be much appreciated.
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Review from Susan O (Daughter of Client) published on 28 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The carers at Hales Home Care are absolutely priceless. I cannot thank them enough. They are so kind and friendly to my dad. There isn’t anything that’s too much for them to do.
My dad feels comfortable with them which makes everything easier.
I apologise that I don’t remember all names but special
thanks to the staff.
It means so much to us that our dad is taken care of. He can be quite obstinate at times and you all treat him respectfully and have a laugh with him too.
We cannot thank you all enough.
Reply from Nicola Mewse, Managing Director at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent review. We are delighted that you are pleased with the service provided by our Wickford team. We will ensure that your positive comments are passed on to the staff who have worked tirelessly throughout the recent pandemic to keep our service users safe and supported.
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Review from Chris C (Husband of Client) published on 7 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Just wanted to thank you for sending your carer to care for my wife today 23/6/3021. The carer made my wife and me both at ease with her friendly manner and professional attitude. As it was the first time we have had to use a carer, I was very pleased with the whole experience knowing I could relax
for the day with my wife being so well looked after. Please pass on my personal thanks to her.
Reply from Nicola Mewse, Managing Director at Hales Homecare WickfordThank you for taking the time to recognise the incredible work that our care team do in Essex. We will ensure that your positive comments are passed on to the staff who have worked tirelessly throughout the recent pandemic to keep our service users safe and supported.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.575)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.575) out of 10 for Hales Homecare Wickford is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 10 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Home Care Provider is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.825 for Hales Homecare Wickford is calculated as follows: ( (48 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 57 Ratings = 4.825
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows: 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.5 Points for the second and third Positive Reviews, 0.25 Points for each of the next two Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.05, 7th = 0.05, 8th = 0.05, 9th = 0.05, 10th = 0.05, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Hales Homecare Wickford is based on 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 + 0.5 + 0.5 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 = 4.75
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Home Care Provider does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 29 May 2024

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Kelly

Kelly Mildren

Job Title: Registered Manager

I have worked in the care industry for 15 years, working my way up the ladder from a carer to a Registered Manager. I am currently undertaking my NVQ level 5 in Health and Social Care to improve my skills and abilities within the care sector. My experience within the care sector and coming across many challenges on a daily basis, has led me to where I am today. I thrive on person-centred care and ensuring that all service users are receiving the best possible care whilst remaining at home and being cared for by Hales care workers.

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