LIVE IN CARE
At some point in our lives, many of us face the reality that we need more support on a daily basis.
The prospect of moving into residential or nursing accommodation can seem like it is too much and that you have reached the end, but at the same time you may need a more comprehensive level of support that goes beyond having a carer pop in for a few hours each day.
If this is a dilemma facing you or a loved-one then live in care could be the right solution all round.
WHAT IS LIVE IN CARE
LIVE IN Care service
- 24 Hour Care enables you or your loved one to remain living safely within your own home, surrounded by your home comforts and memories, with a one to one level of care that is not available in most residential homes.
- We offer a bespoke and unique service, tailoring to you and your family’s needs the care services we provide on a day-to-day basis. 24 Hour Care not only helps you or a loved one keep control of day-to-day life, but it also provides security and peace of mind that only comes from having a kind and skilled person around to provide the help that is needed.
Choosing 24 Hour Genuine care means:
- Staying in your own home, holding onto personal treasures and precious memories.
- A person-centred approach to care from a team of dedicated carers in your own home, 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
- Peace of mind for family members, as they feel at ease knowing you’re in safe hands.
- We aim to ease the pressure on family members by taking care of time-consuming tasks such as hospital appointments and shopping. Meal planning and preparation forms part of the service to ensure a healthy diet is maintained.
- A wide range of care and support – personal care, domestic duties, social activities – you have the freedom to choose what you want when you want it.
- Regular follow-ups from our Care Manager to ensure you’re happy with the service.
- 24 hour care is an alternative to a residential or nursing care home.
24-hour carers carry out the full range of personal care and domestic tasks while providing companionship and day to day support. These include, but are not limited to:
- Dressing and undressing
- Washing and bathing
- Incontinence care
- Preparing meals and monitoring nutrition and weight
- Security and safety
- Medication – collection and administering
- Housework and laundry
ADVANTAGES OF LIVE IN CARE
- All the comforts of home, from your belongings to your beloved pets!
- Avoid the stress and upheaval of moving
- A handpicked carer who is selected to match your personality and interests
- Friendship and companionship
- A wide range of household, personal, medication and mobility care requirements covered
- Excellent value; can cost less than a care home
- Reassurance and peace of mind that round the clock care brings
SPECIALISTS SUPPORT
Our specialist live in care services provide support for a wide range of people and situations:
- Dementia
- Parkinson’s
- Brain Injuries
- Short Term needs
- Respite
- Couples
- Spinal Injuries
- Hospital discharge (long or short term)
- Children and families
- Palliative Care
LIVE IN CARE OPTIONS
At 24 Hour genuine care, we offer responsive, flexible and bespoke care which is designed to meet your specific needs.
- Permanent live in care: 24/7 around the clock care
- Respite care: Regular respite care can take the pressure off a family carer
- Returning from hospital care: Intensive care when you leave hospital and available until you are back on your feet again
- Specialist end of life care services
OUR STAFF
We know having someone move into the home can be daunting, so we use our relationship-led matching service to ensure an experienced, highly trained live-in Care Professional is chosen with your loved one’s specific needs and unique character in mind. We find the strongest care relationships are built from a foundation of genuine friendship, so when a live-in Care Professional resides in the home, they will carry out everyday tasks while also taking time to understand your loved one’s interests, preferences and personality. With industry-leading training, our Care Professionals offer a bespoke alternative to residential care, meaning your loved one can have all of their health and companionship needs met with 1-2-1 care from friendly faces in familiar surroundings.From light housework to grocery shopping, and cooking to attending healthcare appointments, a live-in Care Professional can help with everything an older adult needs to remain safe and happy in their own home.