Direct Healthcare 24

Harmsworth House, 13-15 Bouverie Street, London EC4Y 8DP
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8.9 3 Reviews
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Direct Healthcare 24 & Direct Homecare offer a 24-hour on-call service for people who require care in the comfort of their own home. They offer care services for acquired brain injury, dementia , care for the elderly, overnight, live-in, learning disabilities, mental health, respite and palliative care. All clients are matched to the right person creating a unique and individual care plan for each client.

Nurses, healthcare assistants & care workers have ongoing training to ensure their knowledge/skills are up to date to provide outstanding care fit for your needs.

Care Provided

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Live-in Care
  • 24 Hour Care
  • Nursing/Nurse Led Care

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term
  • Respite / Short Term

Age Ranges

  • Younger Adult Care (18-65)
  • Children (0-18)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)

Household Services

  • Laundry Service
  • Shopping Service / Errands

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • 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

  • Hourly Visiting Care Fees: £30 – £40
  • Weekly Live-in Care Fees: £2000 – £2500

We are always transparent with our fees and will provide a comprehensive costing on completion of a clinical assessment to ensure we are providing the most personalised service we can.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Direct Healthcare 24 to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Daren Kannayya (Operations Manager)
8.9

Direct Healthcare 24 has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.938) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Direct Healthcare 24 has 3 reviews.

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Review from J M (Wife of Client) published on 1 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The transition home from a care home after 5 years was very scary. The Clinical Lead Nurse supporting us were absolutely amazing.We could not have coped without and I will be forever thankful. They went above and beyond making themselves available at all hours to not only ensure my husbands needs but
to support me too. Our Clinical Lead Nurse also liaised with consultants and was our advocate during a recent spell in hospital. I am pleased to report my husband is thriving with the support of two perfectly matching alternating live in carers. His needs are complex but nothing fazes them. They are professional and kind in equally measure. Our communications with Direct Healthcare Admin Team has always been positive and all the staff are very approachable.
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Review from C T (Wife of Client) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
DH24 are always approachable and ready to help if need arises. We are fortunate to have excellent care from all the nurses and carers. The clinical lead nurse is always available and she is supportive and kind to both myself and my husband.
Reply from Sarah Heath, Clinical Lead at Direct Healthcare 24

Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We value your comments and will pass on to the team.

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Review from Rachel M (Mother of Client) published on 22 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been impressed by the level of service and communication from the core administrative team. We are happy with the speed at which we are communicated to and feel involved in the decisions made about the care received. We are very happy with the care staff that come to our home and feel that they
are adequately supported by the company.
Reply from Yahaira Ribeiro, Clinical Lead at Direct Healthcare 24

Thank you for your kind feedback! We are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with our service, it's our privilege to support you and we'll continue to provide the highest level of care to meet your needs.

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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.938)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.938) out of 10 for Direct Healthcare 24 is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 3 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 3 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 4.938 for Direct Healthcare 24 is calculated as follows: ( (15 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 16 Ratings = 4.938
  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, 2 points in total for each of the next 9 Positive Reviews (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.1, 7th = 0.1, 8th = 0.1, 9th = 0.1, 10th = 0.1)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Direct Healthcare 24 is based on 3 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 + 0.5 + 0.5 = 4
  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

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Meet the Team (13)

Daren

Daren Kannayya

Job Title: Operations Manager Joined: 2024

Daren is an experienced Operations Manager responsible for leading and coaching a multidisciplinary team, including Recruitment, Registered Managers, Clinical Leads, and Compliance professionals. He plays a pivotal role in overseeing the delivery of high-quality, complex care services for clients with a wide range of needs, including learning disabilities and mental health conditions. Daren is deeply passionate about ensuring that the care provided is always person-centred, safe, and effective, upholding the highest standards of service excellence and client well-being.

Lauren

Lauren Thomas

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2025

Lauren is our registered manager and is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our care services, ensuring high standards of care are consistently delivered.


Her duties include managing staff, ensuring compliance with CQC regulations, developing care plans, maintaining health and safety standards, and building strong relationships with our clients and their families to support person-centred care.

Sarah

Sarah Heath

Job Title: Clinical Lead Joined: 2024

Sarah serves as the Clinical Lead, overseeing the clinical training and supervision of our care packages. She plays a key role in ensuring the safe and effective implementation of new packages by being actively involved during the initial transition phase. With a focus on quality and continuity of care, Sarah ensures that clinical standards are upheld and that staff are well-prepared to meet each client’s individual needs.

Marian

Marian Willingale

Job Title: Clinical Lead Joined: 2025

Marian is our Clinical Lead responsible for the clinical training and supervision of our care packages. She ensures that every new package is implemented smoothly by being actively involved during the initial setup and transition. Marian's focus on high clinical standards and staff readiness helps guarantee that the care delivered is safe, effective, and tailored to each individual’s needs.

Zahrah

Zahrah Vencatasamy

Job Title: Head of compliance & coordination Joined: 2023

Zahrah is the Head of Compliance & Coordination, overseeing the care coordination team and ensuring the effective delivery of staff rotas. She plays a crucial role in maintaining the ongoing compliance of the workforce, ensuring that all regulatory and quality standards are consistently met. Zahrah’s strong leadership and attention to detail help ensure smooth operations and high standards across all aspects of service delivery.

Moesha

Moesha Codrington-Giddings

Job Title: Care Coordinator Joined: 2022

Moesha is a dedicated Care Coordinator responsible for managing care coordination and ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of staff rotas. In addition to scheduling, she oversees the supervision and appraisals of our Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), supporting their development and maintaining high standards of care. Moesha’s organisational skills and commitment to quality help ensure consistency and reliability in the services we provide.

Mariam

Mariam Gimae

Job Title: Care Coordinator Joined: 2024

Mariam is a skilled Care Coordinator responsible for managing care coordination and overseeing the delivery of rotas to ensure seamless service provision. She also leads the supervision and appraisals of our Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), supporting their performance and professional growth. Mariam’s proactive approach and attention to detail contribute to the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.

Greg

Greg Palmer

Job Title: Business Development Manager Joined: 2024

Greg is the Business Development Manager, responsible for driving growth by identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and expanding the company’s market presence. With a forward-thinking approach and strong industry insight, Greg plays a key role in shaping the organisation’s commercial strategy and long-term success.

Tom

Tom Gelezinis

Job Title: Recruitment Manager Joined: 2024

Tom is the Recruitment Manager, responsible for overseeing the entire hiring process and leading the recruitment team to ensure the timely and effective staffing of both new and existing care packages. His focus on attracting high-quality candidates helps maintain the standards of care and supports the continued growth of our services.

Melinda

Melinda Hamiel

Job Title: Recruitment Consultant Joined: 2024

Melinda is a Recruitment Consultant based in our South Africa office. She is responsible for sourcing and recruiting staff for both new and existing care packages, playing a key role in ensuring we have skilled and dedicated professionals to deliver high-quality care. Her international perspective supports our broader recruitment strategy and service continuity.

Michelle

Michelle Morris

Job Title: Compliance Administrator Joined: 2024

Michelle is our Compliance Administrator based in the South Africa office. She is responsible for monitoring staff compliance and arranging mandatory training and annual updates to ensure all team members meet regulatory and organisational standards. Michelle’s attention to detail and proactive approach help maintain a well-trained, compliant workforce.

Shaunain

Shaunain Booysen

Job Title: Recruitment Consultant Joined: 2025

Shaunain is a Recruitment Consultant based in our South Africa office, responsible for recruiting staff for both new and existing care packages. His role is essential in ensuring that we have a talented and dedicated workforce to meet the diverse needs of our clients, contributing to the overall success of our care services.

Berlinda

Berlinda Melamane

Job Title: Compliance Administrator Joined: 2025

Berlinda is our Compliance Administrator based in the South Africa office. She is responsible for monitoring staff compliance and arranging mandatory training and annual updates to ensure all team members meet regulatory and organisational standards. Berlinda's attention to detail and proactive approach help maintain a well-trained, compliant workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions about Direct Healthcare 24

What Type of Services does Direct Healthcare 24 offer?

Direct Healthcare 24 offers Home Care & Nursing Care.

How many Carers does Direct Healthcare 24 employ?

Direct Healthcare 24 employs 100 carers.

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