About HCCI

Home & Community Care Ireland

Home and Community Care Ireland (HCCI) is the national membership organisation for companies that provide a managed home care service in Ireland, uniting members who directly care for thousands of older and vulnerable people in their homes. 

HCCI currently represents 35 member companies, who among them employ 12,000 carers, delivering bespoke care and support to over 30,000 older and vulnerable people in Ireland. HCCI advocates for the highest standard of regulated home care services to be made available to all on a statutory basis, enabling as many people as possible to remain living independently within their homes and communities. 

Home and Community Care Ireland has successfully campaigned for the payment of living wage and improved conditions for home care workers, an increase in rates paid to home care providers and access to employment permits for home carers.

History of HCCI

2012

HCCI (then known as the Irish Private Homecare Association) was formed in 2012 to represent private home care providers who wished to benefit from peer to peer learning, to develop best practice, and to work together to advocate for and create the best possible home care landscape across the country.

2018

A New Leaf: Joseph Musgrave was brought on as the new CEO of HCCI and hit the ground running with a complete reorganisation of the business; opening membership to private and non profit organisations. He hired new staff and launched into the political realm with home care driven initiatives that would see massive yield in the years to come.

2019

Expansion: After reorganisation HCCI started implementing and advocating for the wants and needs of our members. One such need led to the development of a new department in HCCI, the Garda Vetting Department (GVD).  Our team expanded with the new department and further member driven initiatives

2020

Development: While listening to our members wants and needs, HCCI brought on competent staff to help further the mission of HCCI.  In the development stage we seek to continue to support our members and their home care needs while also informing the relevant bodies of the crises our members face as front-line workers. HCCI leads in engagement with the HSE and similar bodies for our members.

Covid-19: HCCI lead its members through the Coronavirus pandemic by liaising with the HSE and Department of Health.  Thankfully, low levels of Covid-19 affected clients in their homes. 

2022

Growth: HCCI has continued to expand its teams in GVD and policy and communications.  Many new members joined in 2022, forming the basis for the model of HCCI which we see now. 

Members of

European Ageing Network

Creating a leading long-term care network across Europe. 

The Global Ageing Network

Working together to improve the quality of life for older people across the globe.

Alliance for Insurance Reform

Calling for crucial insurance  reforms that will reduce liability and high premiums.

Make an informed decision

HCCI is dedicated to providing quality information regarding homecare in Ireland. Before you make a long-term decision it’s important to understand what care options are available and which you qualify for. 

Accessing HSE Home Support

What are the types of home support? are they available to you? and how can you gain the support you need? Find out more here.

Consumer Directed Home Support

What is consumer directed home support? who is it for? and is it right for you? Find out more here.

Become A HCCI Member

Interested in becoming a  HCCI member? Find out more about our member benefits and if you qualify. Applications enclosed.