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Dementia Sitting (Hillingdon and Harrow)

  • Location: Age UK Hillingdon Harrow and Brent
  • Price: Costs may vary
Call 0208 756 3053 for more info

Please note, this service is not available outside Age UK Hillingdon, Harrow and Brent - Head Office's catchment area.

It doesn’t matter how much you love someone; looking after a person with dementia can be very exhausting.

Dementia Sitting Service - Providing Peace of Mind and Support.

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. Everyone needs a break sometimes, whether it's to catch up with friends, run errands, or simply enjoy a moment of relaxation. Our Dementia Sitting Service is here to help you during those times.

What is Dementia Sitting?

Dementia sitting is a service designed to provide companionship and supervision for individuals with dementia. While we do not offer personal care, our staff members can sit with your loved one, ensuring they are safe and comfortable. This allows you to take some time for yourself, knowing that your loved one is in good hands.

Why Choose Our Service?

• Peace of Mind: Our team members are fully vetted, and DBS checked
• Trustworthy Staff: Our staff are experienced and caring individuals
• Flexible Support: Whether you need an hour or a few hours we can accommodate your needs.

The cost of this service is £28.00* per hour (minimum call of 1.5 hours per week) which we ask you to pay by Direct Debit to help keep administrative costs as low as possible. There is also a one-off fee of £28.00 for the initial assessment visit.

If you are worried that you might not be able to afford the service, please talk to one of our staff as you may be entitled to financial benefits which will help with the cost.

For people 50+ living in the boroughs of Hillingdon and Harrow.

For more information, please contact us on 020 8756 3053, Monday - Friday between 9.00am - 4.00pm, to have an initial conversation and see if we can help. There is no obligation, and our friendly team is always ready to assist you.


*2025 prices.