Home and Community Care Service 

Enhancing Independence and Wellbeing

Essence 2 Care (E2C)

Personalised care for Mental Health, Dementia & Learning Disabilities.

At Essence2Care (E2C), we provide a comprehensive range of services designed to help individuals remain safely and comfortably in their own homes. Our approach prioritises individual preferences and support needs, ensuring that each service user receives personalized care that promotes independence and wellbeing.

We are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and are committed to delivering the highest standards of care. Our compassionate and responsive home care services focus on health, safety, and social connection, enabling individuals to lead fulfilling lives within their communities.

Choosing domiciliary care can feel overwhelming. At E2C, we simplify the process by providing bespoke, person-centred support tailored to your unique needs, whether for mental health, dementia, learning disabilities, or elderly care.

We offer bespoke domiciliary care tailored to your specific needs—whether for yourself or a loved one.

Why Choose E2C?

  • Specialist Expertise: Challenging behaviour care for mental health, dementia, and learning disabilities.
  • Holistic Approach: Co-produced care plans that prioritise choice, control, and independence.
  • Highly Trained Staff: Compassionate professionals trained in rights-based care and positive behavioural support.
  • Emergency Care: Rapid response within 24 hours (subject to assessment).

Whether you’re living with a mental health condition, dementia, a learning disability, or simply need extra help day-to-day, E2C ensures you stay in control of how your care is delivered.

Each service below will be hyperlinked to its dedicated information page.

  • Mental Health Support

    Alternative to hospitalisation for acute/severe mental illness. We focus on: 

    • Step-down support for community reintegration.
    • Recovery-focused care plans co-designed with you and your clinicians.
    • Therapeutic relationships using the Outcomes Star framework.
  • Learning Disability & Autism Care

    Promoting independence through: 

    • Personalised active supportand positive behavioural strategies.
    • Skill-building for daily living, communication, and social engagement.
  • Dementia Care

    Home First philosophy to help individuals live well with dementia: 

    • Cognitive stimulation, reminiscence therapy, and life story work.
    • Support for families navigating emotional and practical challenges. 
  • Generic Domiciliary Care

    Daily living assistance for adults (18+), including: 

    • Personal care, medication management, and household tasks.
     Community access and social activities. 
  • Personal Care

    Our dedicated staff assist clients in maintaining an independent lifestyle at home or in long-term care. We provide support with:

    • Showering, bathing, and washing
    • Personal grooming and dressing
    • Toileting and continence care
    • Food preparation, eating, and drinking
    • Medication reminders
    • Mobility assistance
    • Morning and bedtime routines

    Our caregivers are friendly, discreet, and respectful, ensuring a comfortable experience for service users.

  • Live-In and Overnight Support

    E2C provides experienced care workers for live-in or 24-hour support. Our services include:

    • Customised live-in care packages
    • Flexible temporary and permanent solutions

    From housekeeping to companionship and personal care, we ensure a safe and comfortable living environment. Our caregivers are carefully matched to each service user’s needs and family preferences.

Our Model of Care is Rooted in 6 evidence-based principles: 

  1. Responsive, timely care aligned with your goals.
  2. Rights-based support(FREDA principles: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Dignity, Autonomy).
  3. Therapeutic relationships using the Developmental Relationships Framework.
  4. Empowerment through mental capacity advocacy and positive risk-taking.
  5. Skill-building for independence.
  6. Cultural & recreational enrichment.
  • Minimum 1-hour visits (up to 8 hours/day).
  • 1:1, 2:1, or 3:1 staffing for undivided attention.
  • Emergency care available. 

We embed human rights into every interaction: 

  • PANEL Principles: Participation, Accountability, Non-Discrimination, Empowerment, Legality.
  • Mental Capacity Act (MCA) compliance: Ensuring informed choice and positive risk-taking.
  • Outcomes Star & Well-being Star: Measuring progress in recovery and independence.
  • Active Support: Turning care plans into practical daily support.
  • Staff Training: Bespoke programs in trauma-informed, strengths-based care.
  1. Upon referral, we conduct a comprehensive assessment of social care needs, lifestyle, and medical conditions to determine necessary support.
  2. A customized support and wellness plan is created, ensuring that service users maintain their independence, routines, and community ties.
  3. Our highly responsive team provides personalized services, employing well-trained, compassionate caregivers.

For more information about our services or to speak with a member of our team, please contact us at e2c@cognithan.com.

Alternatively, click here to complete our online referral form.

Whether you’re planning care for a loved one or looking for support for yourself, E2C is here to help you make an informed decision.

Tel: 0203 581 5177
Email: referrals@cognithan.com