Looking for live-in care in Chelsea? Cheriton Homecase is one of London’s leading providers of home care arrangements for the elderly and disabled. If you have long-term or short-term care needs, our team can help to support you.
Live-in care is a popular alternative to residential care as it will enable you to remain in your own property, surrounded by familiar things. This can also help you to stay connected to your friends, family and local community. We don’t believe you should need to uproot your life in order to access the bespoke care you deserve.
What is live-in care in Chelsea?
Live-in care is a popular arrangement for those who want to remain in their own home. Rather than move to sheltered housing or residential care, you can stay in your home and enjoy the benefits of a live-in carer. Your carer will live in your property and provide care, support and companionship.
If your family is struggling to meet your care needs, inviting a live-in carer to be part of your household could give them a much-needed break. And if your family is caring from a distance, they will have the peace of mind knowing that you are not alone or at risk of falling or harming yourself during the night.
What are the benefits of live-in care?
The main benefit of live-in care is that you don’t need to sell your home, downsize your possessions, or move away from familiar surroundings.
You can continue to live with a sense of dignity and independence in your own home, while still getting the expert care you require.
When you choose Cheriton Homecare as your car provider, you’ll also enjoy the following benefits:
Maintain independence
Through live-in-care, individuals can stay in their own homes for longer and maintain a sense of pride in their independence.
- Local carers
We only work with local carers with extensive knowledge of the local area, which means they are well-suited to provide personalised care.
- Family support
When choosing live-in care, the whole family can be involved in care decisions and planning, ensuring everyone is on the same page.
- Incredible value
There are considerable savings to be found when choosing live-in care over the wider cost implications of residential care.
- Flexible care
Through live-in care, we can provide exactly the right level of care and support, and adjust this to meet the changing needs of the client.
- Improved health outcomes
Studies have found that continuity of care delivered through live-in care arrangements can lead to improved health outcomes for the client.
How does live-in care work?
We start with a care plan to determine your needs and where you most need care and support. We then match you with a carer that can provide bespoke care according to your needs. They will move into your property and provide care on a predetermined schedule. This is optimised to your needs, while still allowing your carer rest and downtime.
We can adjust your care plan as your needs change, allowing you to maintain a sense of freedom and independence for as long as possible. While your carer will live in your home, they are not available 24/7. Instead, we work with you to determine a schedule that is suitable for both carer and client.
What can live-in carers help with?
Live-in carers provide a wide range of care depending on the bespoke needs of the client. If there are areas in your life you would like to remain independent, we can help you to do this for as long as possible, stepping in only when there is a risk to your health and wellbeing.
Carers can help with everyday household management tasks that might be difficult for those with limited mobility or declining cognitive function. This includes tasks like cooking, light housework, meal planning, food shopping, caring for pets and doing light gardening work.
Carers are also trained to provide personal care, including dressing, bathing, grooming and assistance getting in and out of bed. They can also provide continence care and catheter support where required. If you need help keeping on track with medication or making sure that you attend appointments with your GP or nurse, they can also help in this area.
And finally, live-in carers provide much-needed companionship to ensure you do not feel isolated or lonely. They will be there for a chat and a cup of tea, or provide you with the support you need to get out and about to stay connected with friends, family and your local community.
Live-in care FAQs
Are live-in carers a good idea?
Live-in care is an excellent idea if you want to remain in your own home while still receiving round the clock support that meets your needs. Rather than limiting your care to specific hours, a live-in arrangement will adapt to your needs.
Do live-in carers stay overnight?
Yes, your carer will have their own bedroom in your property. While they are not expected to be on-call around the clock, they will be there in case of an emergency.
How do I arrange live-in care in Chelsea?
To arrange live-in care in Chelsea, get in touch with our team today. We can arrange a home visit so we can learn more about your needs and determine if live-in care is the right arrangement for you.