What is Live-In Care and What does Live in Care Include?
Live-in care is a type of caregiving arrangement where a professional caregiver resides in the home of the person needing assistance, providing continuous, round-the-clock care and support. This service is often tailored to individuals with medical, mobility, or personal care needs, allowing them to stay in the comfort and familiarity of their own home while receiving dedicated help.
Personal Care
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Assistance with Bathing, Dressing and Grooming.
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Oral Hygiene, Skin Care and Hair Care
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Toileting and Continence Care.
Respite Care
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Temporary care for clients, giving family caregivers time to rest or attend other responsibilities.
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Short - Term care during family holidays, emergencies or special occasions.
Pet Care
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Carers are happy to help with pet care, including dog walking, cleaning their space, and providing food and affection.
Mobility Support
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Helping Clients move around the house safely.
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Support with walking, wheelchair use and transfers (eg, bed to chair)
Meal Preparation and Nutrition
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Planning and preparing nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs.
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Assisting with eating if necessary.
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Grocery Shopping and Maintaining food Supplies.
Transportation & Errands
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Escorting Clients to appointments, family visits or services.
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Running errands such as picking up prescriptions or shopping.
Specialist Care
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Dementia and Alzheimer's Care: Supporting memory retention, managing confusion and maintaining routines.
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Palliative Care: Providing comfort and dignity for clients with terminal illnesses.
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Disability Support: Assisting Clients with physical or developmental disabilities.
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Stroke Recovery: Encouraging mobility and speech therapy exercises.
Night Time and 24/7 Support
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Overnight monitoring to ensure safety and comfort.
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Assistance with night time routines, emergencies and bathroom visits.
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24/7 Care for those needing constant supervision.
Companionship
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We carefully match our carers to your values and interests, ensuring support for your emotional and psychological well-being.
Medication Management
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Medication management in live-in care ensures accurate, timely administration, supported by electronic systems and overseen by care managers for safety and compliance.
Bespoke Care Plans
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Every client needs are unique, so we offer fully personalised care plans.
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Regular reviews and adjustments to ensure the care remains relevant as needs change.
Who Benefits from Live-in Care?
Live-in care is suitable for:
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Elderly individuals wanting to age at home rather than moving to a nursing home.
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People recovering from surgery or illness who need short-term support.
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Individuals with chronic conditions, such as dementia, Parkinson’s disease, or mobility impairments.
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Families who need respite from caregiving responsibilities for their loved ones.
How it Differs from Other Care Options...
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Compared to Nursing Homes: Live-in care provides one-on-one attention in a home setting, while nursing homes involve shared care in a communal environment.
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Compared to Visiting Care: Live-in care offers round-the-clock assistance, while visiting care involves caregivers coming at scheduled times for limited hours.
