All About Home Care

21/01/2026

Everyone deserves access to the care funding they need. Sadly, the reality is that the system is often opaque, complicated, and incredibly difficult to navigate.

Jim Sellars, owner of All About Home Care, knows this all too well from painful personal experience.

Jim's mother, Lycia — the inspiration behind his involvement in All About Home Care — recently passed away after a long and courageous battle with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA). Her journey not only shaped our mission to deliver the highest quality care, but also exposed the harsh realities families face when trying to secure vital care funding.

One source of funding, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) , is not means tested and is intended for individuals with complex needs, often near the end of life. However, CHC is notoriously complex, time-consuming, and difficult to apply for.

As Lycia’s condition deteriorated, she was initially awarded CHC funding — only for it to be withdrawn later without clear explanation or notice. Losing this support added immense stress at an already heartbreaking time. Lycia clearly met the eligibility criteria, and the family endured the exhausting appeals process.

After months of waiting, the decision was overturned and CHC funding was reinstated — but devastatingly, this only happened after Lycia had passed away.

At All About Home Care, we truly understand the emotional and practical challenges of caring for a loved one. Navigating care funding should not be one of them.

Please follow the link in the comments to our dedicated page on funding for the elderly that sets out the different options available to you.

📞 If you need support with care, funding, or simply advice, please call us today.
Our mission is simple: to provide care that is “Good Enough for Our Own Families” — to as many people as possible.

19/01/2026

💙 Blue Monday – Awareness & Support 💙

Today is often referred to as Blue Monday, said to be the most difficult day of the year. While the idea itself comes from a marketing campaign and isn’t scientifically proven, the feelings behind it are very real.

January can be a challenging time – shorter days, colder weather, financial pressures and increased isolation can all affect mental wellbeing. This can be especially true for the people we care for, and for those working tirelessly to support others.

💙 To our clients and families: please remember that you are not alone. A kind word, a listening ear and compassionate care can make a real difference.

💙 To our incredible staff: your role goes far beyond practical care. Your presence, patience and compassion have a powerful impact. Please also remember to look after yourselves and support one another – it’s okay to speak up if you’re feeling low.

At All About Home Care, we believe wellbeing matters every day of the year. To this end we offer all carers access to AXA Health - Employee Assistance Programme that provides access to free counselling and resources for employees and their immediate family.

Thank you to everyone who helps make even the bluest days a little brighter 💙

15/01/2026

💛 Worried that someone you care about might be showing signs of dementia?
It can be confusing and stressful not knowing what to do next — but you’re not alone. 💭

Our latest article walks you through:
✔ How to recognise the early signs and what to look out for 📌
✔ How to approach sensitive conversations with love and patience 💬
✔ Practical next steps, including encouraging someone to seek professional support 🩺
✔ Helpful tips to make everyday life safer and more comfortable 🏡

👉 Read more follow link in the comments

Whether you’re a family member, friend, neighbour or carer, this guide offers supportive, clear advice to help you take the next step with confidence. 💙

12/01/2026

What does providing Care for good enough for your family mean in practice?

Listen to our Field Care Supervisor Jo Allchin tell you what it means to us and what you can be a part of!

12/01/2026

We finished off 2025 in style with Jo Bone as the star of the month!

Jo was nominated by 4 different colleagues and has won this award for the second time in 2025!

She has been recognised as being an “amazing carer” “excellent and hard working”, but those are qualities we already know about her. This December she stood out in particular as she used her birthday voucher from All About Home Care to buy chocolates 🍫 for clients at Christmas and even did some emergency plumbing intervention to help a client 👩‍🔧.

Thank you Jo for being you and for putting in such amazing effort and exemplifying our values of Quality and Tomorrow so well!!

31/12/2025

As we welcome the New Year, we renew our commitment to what matters most. 💙

At All About Home Care, our mission remains the same —
to provide care good enough for our own families.

As we step into the year ahead, we do so guided by our values:
✨ Quality — delivering care with compassion, dignity, and the highest standards
✨ Tomorrow — always looking forward, learning, and improving so we can offer even better care in the days to come

Thank you to our incredible carers, our clients, and their families for trusting us to be part of your lives. Together, we look ahead to another year of care, kindness, and meaningful moments.

✨ Happy New Year from all of us at All About Home Care ✨

25/12/2025

This Christmas Day, we are still here. 💙

While many are gathered around the table, our carers are out in the community — providing comfort, companionship, and care to those who need it most.

Christmas can be a joyful time, but it can also be a lonely one. Today, we are proud to be bringing moments of light, kindness, and reassurance into our clients’ homes across Tonbridge and the surrounding areas.

To our incredible carers working today — thank you for your compassion, dedication, and the care you give, not just today but every day.

From all of us at All About Home Care, we wish our clients, their families, and our team a peaceful and gentle Christmas. 🎄✨

18/12/2025

🎄 Nine nights before Christmas… our carers got to go out and play 🎄

Last night we came together for our Christmas party, with over 90% of our incredible team able to gather and celebrate a year well done.

A heartfelt thank you to our clients and their families who made this possible by supporting one another so our carers could all enjoy an evening together. Many then went on to complete care calls.

Caring can often be a lonely role — you don’t always get to see your colleagues — so moments like these are truly precious. They remind us that we are a team, here to support each other every single day… and to have a little fun too!
(Although we must admit, the Christmas crackers beat us with their brain teasers! 🎁😄)

It was wonderful to see how much our team has grown over the past year, and to take a moment to wish our Deputy Manager Danielle Derrick all the very best as she heads off on maternity leave 💕.

Thank you to everyone at All About Home Care, and especially to our Registered Manager Rachael Fox , for steering the ship and showing us the way — even at the Christmas party!

While we don’t shut down for Christmas, we are proud to be there caring for our clients, bringing moments of light at a time of year that can be especially lonely.

💙 Thank you to our carers — today and always.

Thank you Vauxhall Inn, Tonbridge for hosting us so well!

26/11/2025

Join us this Friday in Maidstone for a warm cuppa, good company and free entertainment!
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11/11/2025

🎉 Our very own Rachael Fox, Registered Care Manager, and Jo Allchin, Field Care Supervisor, have both been named Finalists in the South-East Region of The Great British Care Awards 2025 and will be attending the Awards Dinner on Friday!

Rachael is recognised in the Home Care Registered Manager Award category.
Jo is recognised in the Home Care Worker Award category.

These nominations are a true reflection of the dedication, compassion, and professionalism they bring to their roles every single day. We’re so proud to see their hard work, leadership, and genuine care for our clients and carers celebrated on a national stage.

Please join us in congratulating Rachael and Jo on this incredible achievement! To us, and the people you care for, you're already winners! 👏👏

10/11/2025

HIRING!

Care Coordinator
Location: Tonbridge
Salary: £17.96 per hour (Level 4 pay)
Hours: 30 hours per week (Full-time)
On-Call: Participate in the paid on-call rotation

About the Role
We are looking for an organised, compassionate, and proactive Care Coordinator to join our team at All About Home Care. This is a pivotal role that ensures our clients receive the highest quality care through effective scheduling, communication, and team collaboration.

As a Care Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

•Managing and scheduling weekly client visits within a defined geographical area
•Creating tailored rotas that match client needs and carer availability
•Setting up and templating new care packages from assessment to onboarding
•Responding promptly to schedule changes and ensuring smooth communication with carers and clients
•Building strong, professional relationships with clients, families, and team members
•Supporting the Registered Care Manager to maintain staffing levels and meet care demands
•Assisting with recruitment and general administrative tasks
•Providing contingency care cover where required
•Participating in the paid on-call rotation

About You

We’re seeking someone who is both people-focused and detail-oriented — a team player with a passion for delivering excellent care.

You’ll bring:
•Previous scheduling experience in home care or a similar environment (essential)
•Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care or equivalent (preferred)
•Experience using Birdie software (preferred)
•Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new systems quickly (essential)
•Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
•A positive, resilient attitude with the ability to stay calm under pressure
•Genuine empathy and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care and compliance

Why Join Us
At All About Home Care, we believe in care good enough for our own families. You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team that values collaboration and growth for both our clients and each other.
Who are we:

- Rated ‘Outstanding’ by CQC

- Ranked one of the South East’s Top 20 recommended home care companies

- Award Winning in Kent Care Awards 2025

What we offer:

- Gross hourly pay of £16.40 to £17.57

- 40p per mile

- AXA Mental Health programme

- Blue light discount card

- £300 Carer/Client Referral Scheme

- E Bike Scheme

- Paid training

If you are interested in finding out more email: enquiries@allabouthomecare.co.uk or call: 01892 575 499

If you’re ready to take the next step in your care career, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to join a team where your skills truly make a difference.

To learn more about how we can support you, give us a call at 01892 575 499, email us at enquiries@allabouthomecare.co.uk, or fill out our contact form.

04/11/2025

Today we’re celebrating something truly special!

Our amazing Registered Care Manager, Rachael Fox, has marked 10 years with All About Home Care, a whole decade of compassion, leadership, and dedication.

Rachael has been at the heart of our journey from the very beginning, supporting clients, carers, and families with her trademark warmth and professionalism. Her care for others and commitment to excellence inspire our entire team every single day.

Please join us in congratulating Rachael on this wonderful milestone! 👏💐