A familiar face through the week, for exactly the time you need
Companionship and practical help in short blocks of time, arranged as regularly as suits you: trips out, shopping, appointments, or simply company. Nothing changes that you don’t choose to change.
Is Amethyst right for you or your family?
Amethyst suits people who are largely managing on their own but want reliable, friendly support to stay independent and connected, not hands-on personal care.
Amethyst is a good fit if you're looking for:
- Regular companionship from the same familiar carer
- Help getting to appointments, the shops, or out and about
- Practical support around the home, in short visits
- Occasional or longer respite cover so a family carer can take a break
- Flexibility to increase visits gradually as things change
If your needs include this, our Lapis service is the better starting point:
- Personal care, such as washing or dressing
- Help with medication
- Daily hands-on support
Moving between packages is straightforward. Many families start with Amethyst and step up to Lapis when needs grow, with the same team wherever possible.
What's included
- Companionship visits, as short as 30 minutes
- Practical help: light shopping, errands, accompanying you to appointments
- The same, familiar carer wherever possible, so it’s never a stranger at the door
- Flexible frequency, from a weekly visit to several times a week
- Longer respite cover, arranged with notice, for example while a family carer takes a holiday
- A simple route to more support if your needs change
Amethyst pricing
Current prices are per visit, based on visit length.
| When | 30 minutes | 45 minutes | 60 minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday | £28.00 | £31.50 | £35.00 |
| Weekend | £30.00 | £33.50 | £37.00 |
| Bank holiday | £31.50 | £35.00 | £38.50 |
Rates shown are per visit. Longer respite cover is quoted separately based on the hours involved, please get in touch to discuss what would suit you.
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OPTIONAL EXTRA
Discreet home technology that sits alongside Amethyst visits: unobtrusive sensors (no cameras, nothing to wear) that detect falls and changes in sleep or daily activity, with one-touch help and a 24/7 support centre. Provided by Secure Meters (UK) Ltd and charged separately.
Ready to talk it through?
Speak to our team for a free, no-obligation home care assessment. We’ll help you work out whether Amethyst, or another of our packages, is the right fit.
Call us now: 01489 890016