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Home Instead Japan Expands Its Reach with New Office

Home Instead Japan, operated by Shinkokai, has recently launched a new office in Sakae Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa. This strategic move is designed to enhance its home caregiving services across the entire Kanagawa Prefecture. It aims to combine various support avenues such as nursing care insurance, disability welfare, and privately funded services to create an integrated model that supports holistic living for its clients.

Meeting Diverse Needs for In-Home Support

As Japan faces an increasingly aging population, the demand for caregiving and support has become more nuanced and diverse. However, the existing support systems remain segregated, requiring users to navigate through nursing care insurance, disability welfare, and private options individually.

Home Instead has established itself as a pioneer in home support for the elderly, inspired by its origins in the United States. It offers essential services such as daily assistance, monitoring, and transportation for outings, enabling seniors to maintain their independence and live comfortably in their own homes. After five years of operation in Yokohama's Nishi Ward and Setagaya in Tokyo, the company has gained insights into the pressing need for comprehensive support that transcends existing systems. With this new office, Home Instead aims to build a flexible support framework accessible to all of Kanagawa Prefecture.

Regional Characteristics and Service Direction

The Sakae Ward of Yokohama is notable for having one of the highest aging rates in the city, at approximately 31%, while the rate of certified nursing care needs is relatively low at about 16%. This unique demographic indicates that there are many relatively independent elderly residents who express a desire for support before and after requiring formal care. By addressing these needs, Home Instead aims to prolong the ability of seniors to live in their familiar surroundings. Each client is assigned a dedicated care coordinator to provide ongoing support tailored to their specific needs.

The staff undergoes continuous training based on international standards to maintain and elevate service quality. Furthermore, collaborating with various professionals such as care managers and support counselors ensures that a comprehensive care system is in place. This collaborative approach also addresses complex family situations, such as households with elderly parents and disabled children, providing integrated support across multiple frameworks.

Future Plans and Expanded Reach

The new office will serve not only Sakae Ward but also neighboring areas such as Konan, Totsuka, Isogo, Kamakura, and Fujisawa, with flexibility to include additional regions in Kanagawa for private services. The organization has established a robust support system with approximately 80 registered caregivers in conjunction with administrators and consultants, available 24/7 throughout the year.

Home Instead operates in Setagaya as well, providing community-focused services. Building on its established expertise, the Kanagawa office is set to broaden the scope of services and geographic reach. The company plans to open at least one office in each prefecture over the next five years, with a vision of eventually expanding to a total of 200 locations across Japan.

Office Overview

• - Office Name: Home Instead Sakae
• - Location: 1-18-11 Kosugegaya, Yokohama, Kanagawa, in Kikari Building, Room 305
• - Opening Date: May 2026
• - Service Areas: Primarily Yokohama and across Kanagawa
• - Services Provided: Nursing care insurance, disability welfare services, private services
• - Operating Hours: 24/7
• - Contact: TEL: 045-392-9568, EMAIL: [email protected], Contacts: Endo, Watanabe

Company Background

Shinkokai Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Yokohama, Kanagawa, focusing on consulting, human resource services, and in-home support within the caregiving and welfare sectors. The company's mission is to facilitate a framework that allows seniors to continue living in the comfort of their homes, furthering the spread of Home Instead's services in Japan.

• - Company Name: Shinkokai Co., Ltd.
• - Representative: Masue Takada
• - Head Office Location: 44th Floor, Yokohama Landmark Tower, 2-2-1 Minatomirai, Nishi Ward, Yokohama, 220-8144
• - Established: August 11, 1980
• - Capital: 32,000,000 JPY
• - Website: shinkoukai.co.jp