If you are in the process of arranging live-in care for the first time, you are bound to have lots of questions: What is the process and how quickly can home care be implemented? How does live-in care work? And what do I need to do to arrange live-in care?
We understand that it can feel overwhelming and confusing when planning home care. That’s why all our services are tailored to your personal needs. With live-in care from Trinity Homecare, you and your loved ones can focus on the most important thing of all: enjoying life.
In this guide, we break down exactly what live-in care is, how it works, and what you need to do to arrange care.
What kinds of home care are available?
At Trinity Homecare, we have been providing outstanding home care throughout England for over 25 years. Our wide range of home care services offers flexibility and personalised care, so you get exactly the care you need.
Our home care can be broken down into the following types of service:
Visiting care is when a carer visits you in your home on agreed days and times. This can be from as little as 1 hour a week and up to several visits per day, depending on your needs
Live-in care describes round-the-clock care delivered by a carer who comes to live in your home so they are on hand to provide care and support whenever it is needed.
24-hour care or overnight care. 24-hour care is helpful for people with complex health needs who need support day and night, such as in the case of advanced-stage dementia. Overnight care can be employed on its own to cover for times when family caregivers need rest or to support clients who are anxious, restless or agitated at nighttime.
Through our experienced and highly trained carers, we are able to offer support for complex health needs, such as motor neurone disease care, Parkinson’s care or cancer care. No matter what type of care you choose, our services are totally flexible and easily adapted, so as your needs change, so does the care you receive.
How does live-in care work?
Live-in care can be employed as a long-term care solution or as temporary support, such as respite care to cover for an existing caregiver or for times when extra care and support is needed, such as after a hospital discharge.
With live-in care, a carer will come to live in your home to provide care and support whenever it’s needed. The carer will need their own bedroom and a place to store their personal belongings, such as a wardrobe and chest of drawers. Of course, carers need to rest also, so the carer will sleep during the night when the client is sleeping but can be woken up for occasional unforeseen care needs, such as help going to the toilet.
For people who need more round-the-clock care, such as those who experience nighttime distress, agitation or wandering, as is often the case with advanced-stage Alzheimer’s, 24-hour care can be put in place.
Overnight care can also be helpful for those who require readjusting in bed, need regular health monitoring or receive medication during the night. With 24-hour care, there are usually two carers involved in care: one carer working during the daytime and in the evening, when they go to sleep, a second carer will come to the home to be on duty during the night.
For more information on how live-in care works, download our free guide here.
What can a live-in carer do?
A Trinity live-in carer can help with any activity that you need support with to live safely and comfortably at home. Our carers can support you with:
- Personal care. Such as bathing, dressing and continence support
- Managing medication. Help to administer medication and health monitoring, such as checking blood pressure or insulin levels
- Household tasks. Any reasonable help around the home, from cleaning, tidying, and doing the laundry to walking the dog
- Meal preparation. Home-cooked meals to ensure nutritional needs are met daily
- Condition-led care. Support with existing health conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s and cancer
- Mobility support. Help moving around the home, including the safe use of mobility equipment such as hoists, wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Running errands. Such as collecting prescriptions, paying bills and doing grocery shopping
- Companionship. The friendship and reassurance offered by a live-in carer cannot be underestimated in maintaining an elderly person’s physical and mental well-being
- Social activities. Visits to the coffee shop or a game of bingo, arranging and accompanying to appointments, or a walk in the local park
Steps to arranging live-in care
Live-in care with Trinity Homecare is easy to arrange, just follow these simple steps:
Step 1 – Call our friendly care team
If home care may be the right option for you, call our friendly team today on 0207 183 4884. You can also email us or complete our online enquiry form, to arrange for someone to call you back.
Step 2 – Talk to our experts
During this conversation, we will collect information about the person needing care and discuss their individual needs and requirements. We’ll talk you through the services we offer, answering any questions you may have – we not only match the care needs you or a loved one has, but we also match their hobbies, interests and personalities so that we can find the best match for you and your carer.
At this time, we can also provide you with an approximate weekly cost based on the information you provide and explain how the process works in detail. We will never surprise you with hidden costs.
Step 3 – The care needs assessment
When you are ready to proceed, our expert care team will come to your home to carry out a free care needs assessment. As a fully managed home care provider, we are regulated by the CQC and are approved to carry out at-home care needs assessments, unlike introductory care agencies that are not regulated.
During the visit, we will explore in depth what help you require, how care may be delivered and give advice and suggestions about home aids or other equipment that can assist you to live comfortably at home. We also welcome input from family and existing carers, and we work closely with any existing healthcare professionals involved in your care so we can deliver holistic care that is personalised to your needs and wishes.
Step 4 – A personalised care plan
We create an individualised Care Plan tailored specifically to you. This plan takes into account your needs, routine, personality, social preferences, medical needs and favourite activities, along with detailed guidance on the care you will receive so that standards of care are always adhered to.
Step 5 – Finding the right live-in carer
We want both you and your carer to be happy together for the whole time that you want their help. With the information that we have gathered about you, we carefully match you to the most suitable carer with our exclusive MatchCare programme.
Step 6 – Choose a suitable starting date
Once you are happy with your care plan and choice of carer, we will arrange a suitable starting date. We will follow up with you to make sure that you are happy with your home care. If there are any issues or doubts, we will work to resolve them immediately so that you can enjoy the peace of mind and comfort that live-in care offers.
Why choose live-in care with Trinity?
At Trinity Homecare, we have been providing high-quality home care services throughout England for over 25 years. We are proud that in our recent audit by the Care Quality Commission, we have been awarded the highest rating of ‘Outstanding’ for our home care services. This puts us in the top 4% of home care providers in England, meaning you get peace of mind that you are receiving the best quality home care at a competitive price from an established and experienced home care provider.
Here are some recent testimonials from our clients:
“I have no hesitation in recommending Trinity for in-home care. The organisation is responsive and efficient and has high standards. The carers my husband has are well-trained, compassionate, caring and extremely capable. Their experienced practical and emotional support is invaluable.” – Date of experience: September 01, 2023
“Trinity and their wonderful carers deliver a very professional, reliable and compassionate service to my Mum. As a company, we have always found Trinity to be efficient, flexible and easy to deal with. Their team of carers are amazing; not just in providing kind and compassionate care to my Mum, but also consideration and companionship. I would recommend Trinity to anyone looking for outstanding care at home.” – Date of experience: August 05, 2023
Talk to us today
Whether you’re ready to begin home care or just making enquiries, do not hesitate to get in touch with our friendly care team today. We offer a free no-obligation enquiry service so you can get all the information you need without any pressure.
Call us on 0207 183 4884, lines are open daily from 8 am to 5.30 pm. Alternatively, complete our online enquiry form, and we will be in touch soon.
