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Heems is redefining how families in England access independent home care. Find our latest news, company milestones, and media contact details below.
Company Milestones
Q4 2025
Founded in London
Heems established with a clear mission: to make independent home care transparent, structured, and safe.
Q1 2026
Platform Opens to Carers
Structured verification pathway launched. First cohort of verified independent carers onboarded across England.
Q1 2026
Public Launch
Families across England gain access to the Heems marketplace, with pre-filtered, verified carer profiles.
Q2 2026
Growth Phase
Continuous expansion of carer listings, regional coverage, and platform capabilities based on user feedback.
Press Releases
Heems Officially Launches in England, Connecting Families with Verified Independent Carers
Heems, a new UK-based care introductory platform, has officially launched its digital marketplace across England, enabling families to identify, verify, and arrange independent home carers with transparency and confidence. The launch addresses a critical gap in the private care market, where families often navigate complex and fragmented systems alone.
Request Full ReleaseHeems Responds to NHS 10-Year Plan: Home Care Must Be Central to Social Care Reform
In a public statement, Heems has welcomed the government's renewed focus on community-based care in the NHS 10-Year Plan. The company called for greater investment in introductory care platforms as a complement to NHS discharge planning, citing growing evidence that structured home support reduces hospital readmissions and frees up acute care capacity.
Request Full ReleaseHeems Introduces Structured Verification Pathway for Independent Carers Across England
Heems has implemented a multi-stage verification framework for all independent carers listed on its platform, covering identity checks, professional qualification review, and reference sourcing. The move sets a new standard for introductory care marketplaces, providing families with greater confidence in the safety and competence of care professionals they engage.
Request Full ReleaseIn The Press
Coverage and commentary from established industry bodies and publications.
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About Heems
Heems is a UK-based digital platform that connects families with independent, self-employed carers. The platform provides secure matching, verified profiles, structured booking, and transparent pricing, enabling families to make confident decisions about home care.
Heems operates as an introductory platform. Independent carers set their own rates and manage their own availability. All carers undergo a structured identity and document verification process before being listed.
Key Facts
London
Headquarters
National
Coverage Area
£15/hr+
Min Carer Rate
2026
Launch Year
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