Live-in care is a popular alternative to residential care or sheltered housing. It offers the opportunity to stay in your own home while still accessing the care and support you need. Our clients enjoy greater independence and are able to live their lives to the fullest with a sense of dignity.
We have been matching clients with their ideal carers for the past 19 years, making it possible for countless people to remain independent and safe for as long as possible. We know that choosing the right care for your needs isn’t a simple task, so we make it as easy as possible by providing you with the information you need to make an informed decision. Get in touch with our team to learn more.
Looking for live-in care in Haywards Heath?
We are a leading provider of live-in care services in Haywards Heath and the surrounding areas. We have a team of experienced, professional carers who are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and support to our clients. We offer a bespoke service that is tailored to meet your individual needs and preferences, and we will work with you to create a care plan that is right for you.
If you are interested in learning more about our live-in care services, or if you would like to discuss your specific needs with one of our team, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We are always happy to answer any questions you may have. If you choose to go ahead with our live-in care service, you’ll always have the support of our friendly head office staff.
Benefits of live-in care
Live-in care offers benefits to the client and their loved ones. You’ll be able to stay in familiar surroundings and won’t need to move far away from friends and family.
You’ll also have access to bespoke support that is perfectly tailored to your needs. We hire and train the best carers from a variety of backgrounds, ensuring we can find the perfect match for you. When you choose Cheriton Homecare as your care provider, you’ll experience the following key benefits:
Maintain independence
With live-in care, you can stay in your own home in familiar surroundings, which increases your sense of independence and dignity.
- Local carers
We hire local carers from your area, so you can be confident they’ll help you get out and about and stay connected to your community.
- Family support
When you choose live-in care, your family can get involved with care planning, which means that decisions can be made together for better outcomes.
- Incredible value
We believe that live-in care offers considerable savings over comparable alternatives such as residential care, with no need to sell your home.
- Flexible care
This is a flexible solution that can be completely adapted to suit your needs. We offer long and short term care solutions for continuity of care.
- Improved health outcomes
With live-in care, you can enjoy personalised support that is completely bespoke to your needs, which can result in better health outcomes for individuals.
How does live-in care work?
If you decide you would like to explore the option of live-in care, we will arrange a free consultation in your home. This is an opportunity for you to learn more about how live-in care works and for us to assess your suitability to host a live-in carer. We will also use this time to get to know you and your specific care needs.
If you decide that live-in care is the right option for you, we will then work with you to find the perfect match from our team of carers. We take into account your personality, interests and preferences to find a carer who will be compatible with you. We have carers from a wide range of backgrounds with diverse skill sets to share.
Once we have found the perfect match, we will introduce you to your carer and they will move into your home. They will then work with you to create a care plan that is tailored to your individual needs and preferences. The care plan will be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that it meets your changing needs.
What can live-in carers help with?
Live-in carers can provide support with a wide range of activities, including:
- Personal care, including washing, dressing and grooming.
- Health and medication management
- Household tasks, including light cleaning, pet care and laundry
- Shopping and errands
- Meal planning and preparation
- Mobility support, including getting in and out of bed.
- Companionship and keeping you connected to your family, friends and community.
Not every item on this list will be relevant to you, and there may be some additional things that you need support with that aren’t listed here. During your initial consultation, we will identify these needs and determine how a live-in carer can help to support you.
Live-in care FAQs
What can't live-in carers help with?
Your live-in carer cannot help with anything that should be left to your nurse or GP. This includes things like giving injections and changing wound dressings. However, they can support you by helping you to attend relevant appointments to receive this level of care.
Is my carer available 24/7?
While they do live in your home, they are entitled to designated breaks and won't be working around the clock. Instead, they will work to a fixed schedule and then be on hand should an emergency happen. You will always have the support of our head office staff 24/7.
Is live-in care good value?
Yes, live-in care offers excellent value compared with residential care or sheltered housing since you will be staying in your own home. The stress associated with moving to a new home can also be a significant factor, particularly for those with dementia.