Honouring Lives through Expert Care
We provide care for the elderly, people with dementia, people with learning and physical disabilities and those in need of palliative care.
“Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out. We’ve already recommended them to others.”
— Former Customer
Curare Care is based in the heart of Reading, Berkshire, providing high-quality staffing solutions across a range of care settings. We support clients in hospitals, private care homes, local authority-run services, and charitable organisations, delivering skilled professionals to meet a variety of care needs.
Led by directors with over 25 years of experience in the care sector, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards. We seek individuals who are true champions of the vulnerable—people who demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and integrity in everything they do.
Our service is built on safety, fairness, and trust, with dedicated carers and nurses available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to provide reliable, person-centred support.
“Curare” is derived from Latin, meaning “caregiver”—a name that truly reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to those we support.
If you would like to speak with a member of our team to learn more about how we can support you Please don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’re here to help.
At Curare Care, we are fully committed to delivering high-quality care tailored to each client’s individual needs. We offer flexible care arrangements and a rapid response service, ensuring our staff can be deployed quickly and efficiently—even at short notice—so you always have the support you need, when you need it.
We provide affordable care packages across a range of settings, including private homes, hospitals, and schools. Our experienced team includes award-winning Registered General Nurses (RGNs), fully trained mental health nurses, and qualified healthcare assistants and support workers, all dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Serving the community
We’re a local care provider with over 25 years of industry experience.
Services we offer
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Private Hospitals and Homes
Professional & Compassionate Care
We provide reliable, professional healthcare staffing services to both private hospitals and individuals receiving care in their own homes. We understand that every care setting is unique, which is why we tailor our services to meet the specific needs of each client. Whether you require short-term cover, ongoing support, or specialist care, our dedicated team delivers compassionate, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
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Health care assistants and support workers
Dedicated & Reliable Support
Our experienced Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers are carefully selected, fully vetted, and trained to provide exceptional care and support. They assist with personal care, daily living activities, companionship, mobility support, and wellbeing monitoring, ensuring individuals receive the practical and emotional support they need. Our team is committed to helping clients maintain their independence and quality of life in a safe and respectful environment.
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Fully trained mental health nurses
Specialist Mental Health Care & Expertise
Curare Care provides highly skilled Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs) who are experienced in supporting individuals with a wide range of mental health conditions. Our RMNs deliver compassionate, evidence-based care, helping patients manage their mental health while promoting recovery, stability, and independence. Whether in hospitals, residential settings, or within the community, our mental health professionals are dedicated to providing safe and effective care tailored to individual needs.
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Award winning registered general nurses (RGN)
Exceptional nursing care & high-standards
Our team of award-winning Registered General Nurses (RGNs) delivers professional nursing care of the highest standard. With extensive clinical expertise and a patient-centred approach, our nurses provide support across a wide range of healthcare settings. From medication management and clinical assessments to ongoing nursing care and patient monitoring, our RGNs are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes while ensuring comfort, safety, and dignity for every individual.
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Affordable care packages
Flexible & Cost-effective
We believe that high-quality care should be accessible and affordable. Our flexible care packages are designed to provide outstanding support while remaining cost-effective for individuals, families, and organisations. Whether you require temporary assistance, long-term care, specialist nursing support, or complete care management, we work closely with you to create a personalised package that delivers the right level of care at the right price.
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Rapid Response Service
Reliable healthcare & response-times
When urgent staffing support is needed, Curare Care's Rapid Response Service ensures help is available quickly and efficiently. We understand that healthcare demands can change at short notice, and our responsive team is on hand to deploy experienced professionals whenever and wherever they are required. Whether covering unexpected staff shortages, emergency situations, or increased demand, we provide dependable support to ensure continuity of care without compromise.
Dedicated Leadership
Curare Care has navigated numerous challenges in the market, consistently rising above the highs and lows with a reputation in the industry for providing a reliable service. This success is a testament to our dedicated leadership team and their unwavering commitment to the healthcare sector and exceptional client service.
Recruitment standardsWe recognise that the quality of our care is only as strong as the people who deliver it. That’s why we take a thorough and values-led approach to recruiting our staff.
We carefully select nurses and caregivers who not only have the right qualifications and experience, but who also demonstrate genuine compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to high standards of care. Every candidate undergoes a robust recruitment process, including detailed interviews, reference checks, and full compliance with safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
In addition, all staff are required to complete relevant training and ongoing professional development to ensure their skills remain current and aligned with best practice. We look for individuals who share our core values—people who are reliable, respectful, and dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of those they support.
By maintaining these high standards, we ensure that every member of our team is fully equipped to provide safe, effective, and person-centred care to our clients.
Maintaining Standards
All team members are required to maintain up-to-date mandatory training to ensure safe and effective practice. We carefully select individuals who demonstrate a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable people with compassion and integrity. Our recruitment selection process centres on selecting high‑quality, experienced, and compassionate healthcare professionals.
Recruitment standardsWith our streamlined online application system makes it easy for candidates to apply and join our team. We carefully select individuals who demonstrate a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable people with compassion and integrity. Please note that applications are only accepted from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK.
Talk to the Team
Whether you need information about our care services, guidance on finding the right support, or would like to explore a career with us, our team is ready to assist.