End-of-life care is not about illness alone; it is about supporting a person through the final stages of life with dignity, comfort, and respect. Every individual’s needs and experiences are unique, and care is tailored to their physical, emotional, and personal preferences to ensure the best quality of life possible.
We understand that approaching the end of life, or supporting a loved one during this time, can bring both emotional challenges and meaningful moments. Through our specialist end-of-life care and support services, we provide personalised assistance that focuses on comfort, dignity, and wellbeing.
Our experienced care professionals offer flexible support through live-in care, home care, and our care and nursing homes.We adapt our approach to each person’s individual needs, routines, and preferences to ensure comfort, understanding, and consistency.
If needs change or become more complex, we are fully equipped to adjust the level and type of support to suit your circumstances, ensuring that you or your loved one continues to receive compassionate, dignified care at every stage.
What is End-of-Life care?
End-of-life care provides personalised support for people approaching the final stages of life, helping them manage physical, emotional, and practical challenges. Because every individual’s experience is unique, the level and type of support required is tailored to each person’s needs and preferences.
Our end-of-life care services are designed to help individuals maintain comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Depending on your needs, care may include 24-hour live-in support, regular home care visits, or tailored care within one of our care and nursing homes.
From personal care and symptom management to emotional support and companionship, we adapt our approach to ensure comfort, respect, and consistency at every stage of life.
Our End-of-Life care services
Our end-of-life care services are designed to provide the best support for people approaching the final stages of life, built entirely around each person’s unique needs, preferences, and goals. We create personalised care plans that focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life, ensuring you or your loved one receives the right level of support at every stage of care.
Specialist End-of-Life care
Our specialist end-of-life care supports people with a wide range of needs, including those with advanced illness, complex medical conditions, and emotional or practical care requirements. Every care plan is tailored to the individual’s physical, emotional, and personal needs to ensure comfort, dignity, and the best quality of life.
Local Authority and NHS Partnerships
Agincare works closely with local authorities and the NHS to help people access the right level of support during end-of-life care. We partner with over 60 local authorities and NHS trusts across England, providing fully managed, tailored care packages. These partnerships ensure continuity of care, allowing individuals to access expert support in the community and benefit from a structured, supportive environment with compassionate interventions and ongoing assistance.
Nursing Care
We provide expert nursing care as part of our specialist end-of-life services, supporting clients with complex medical, personal, and emotional needs. Our team delivers personalised care including symptom management, medication administration, assistance with daily living, and emotional support, helping clients to live safely, comfortably, and with dignity.
Meet Cher – Our Clinical Lead
Cher has enjoyed a long and varied career in health and social care across Europe and the UK. A registered nurse, she set up her own domiciliary care service in Monaco, later expanding it into France, supporting people with complex care needs. Before joining Agincare in April 2023, Cher worked for the DWP in disability analysis and as a Mental Function Champion. Cher oversees the clinical aspects of our live-in care service, including quality assurance, technical competency, and training.
Registered Nurse Care and Nursing Associates
Our specialist end-of-life services are supported by highly trained Registered Nurses and Nursing Associates, providing expert care for individuals with complex needs.
Registered Nurses deliver personalised clinical care, including symptom management, medication administration, and coordination with other healthcare professionals. They ensure that each person’s medical and wellbeing needs are met safely and effectively, supporting comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
Nursing Associates work alongside Registered Nurses to provide day-to-day support, help with personal care, and assist in implementing personalised care plans. Their role bridges clinical care and hands-on support, helping individuals maintain dignity, comfort, and consistency in their care.
Together, our nursing teams provide a seamless approach to end-of-life care, ensuring that both medical and personal needs are met with professionalism, compassion, and expertise.
Costs of End-of-Life care
The cost of end-of-life care varies depending on the type of service, level of support, and complexity of individual needs. Understanding end-of-life care costs can help you plan and choose the right support for yourself or your loved one.
Our live‑in end-of-life care starts from £1,135 per week, with transparent pricing and tailored quotes based on individual needs. Our experienced care advisors can guide you on funding options and help ensure the right support is in place.
Already receiving end-of-life care and support? You could be paying more than you need to. Find out quickly with our Cost Savings Calculator, a simple tool that helps you compare your current care costs and see how much you could save with Agincare.
CQC information
When you are looking for information, be sure to visit the Care Quality Commission’s website. The CQC monitors and inspects care services and publish what they find to help you find the best care.
Funding
At Agincare, we work closely with individuals, local authorities, case managers and solicitors to ensure you receive the right funding and support for your needs. Our experienced team can guide you through available options, including local authority funding, NHS continuing healthcare and privately funded care, helping you make informed decisions with confidence and transparency.
Why choose Agincare’s End-of-Life services?
Our end-of-life care services are trusted by thousands of families, local authorities across the country, and the NHS to deliver reliable, compassionate, and high-quality support. Our bespoke, fully-managed service is regulated by the CQC and rated ‘Good’, ensuring safe and personalised care at every stage.
One of the largest independent care providers in England, with decades of specialist care experience
Family-owned care provider established in 1986
Rated excellent on Trustpilot
Fully managed care provider
24/7 updates on your package of care via our app
Fully trained live-in care workers directly employed by us
Immediate and emergency starts available
Tailored support for varying levels of need, including specialist nurse-led care for complex conditions
Dedicated care supervisor to oversee your care
No lengthy contracts or exit fees – flexible, transparent support
Offer a range of services including live-in care, home care and care homes
All of our care workers are English-speaking and enhanced DBS checked
Reviews of our services
How to arrange care
Getting started with end-of-life care is simple and obligation‑free. Our step‑by‑step process makes arranging compassionate support straightforward and stress‑free:
Our expert team is here to guide you through every step with compassion and clarity, and there is no obligation to proceed.
Frequently asked questions
End of life care funding is available from the NHS who are committed to providing attentive, high-quality care for those who need it in their final weeks and months. The NHS normally funds end of life care, even if you have significant assets.
Agincare care workers receive extensive end of life care training, specifically designed to maintain the dignity and control of people in their final weeks and months.
Every care plan is different for each person, Agincare care workers will always follow your requirements and preferences, especilaly any religious or cultural beliefs.
Your family will always be involved in your care package and will be involved throughout the process.
Both our care team and care advisors will support you and your family through this difficult time. However, there are some excellent resources such as Marie Curie who provide an emotional support line for families completely free of charge.