Live-in care is one of the best options for anyone who wants to stay in their own home but who needs a little extra help around the house. Our team of local live in carers in West Sussex are highly trained and experienced professionals.
We can adjust the level of care to your needs, ensuring that you get to remain independent while still ensuring all of your needs are met. From personal care and domestic tasks to managing medications, we offer comprehensive support throughout West Sussex.
Live in care, West Sussex explained
Live-in care is one of the most popular alternatives to a care home. It allows individuals to stay in their own home while still accessing the care and support they need. With live-in care, a caregiver lives in your home and becomes an essential part of the household.
They can help with personal care, household tasks, medication management and ensuring you stay connected with your community. Our live-in carers in West Sussex will provide 8 hours of care per day, spread over 24 hours and seven days. This ensures you can create a daily routine that works for you.
In addition to live-in care support, you’ll also have the support of our wider team, including our head-office staff. We’re on hand to ask questions and provide advice on how to make the most of your live-in carer.
Benefits of live-in care
This type of care arrangement offers benefits to both the client and their loved ones. The most common reason for choosing live-in care is to be able to stay in your own home, in familiar surroundings, but this isn’t the only benefit.
You’ll have access to round-the-clock care that is perfectly tailored to suit your needs. You’ll also have an expert carer who gets to know you and your family. When you choose Cheriton Homecare as your care solution provider, you’ll enjoy the following unique benefits:
Maintain independence
Stay independent for longer and maintain a sense of dignity by accessing care from the comfort of your own home.
- Local carers
Our team of friendly local carers will help you to stay connected to your community and get out and about as often as required.
- Family support
When you choose live-in care, your family can be involved in care planning and we can help them to make key care decisions on behalf of the client.
- Incredible value
This type of care arrangement offers excellent value for money when compared to alternatives such as residential care.
- Flexible care
Our live-in care arrangements are flexible and adaptable to your needs, whether you’re looking for long-term or short-term care.
- Improved health outcomes
Enjoy improved health outcomes as a result of the bespoke one-on-one care and excellent continuity of care.
How does live-in care work?
The most important thing about live-in care is that you will be able to stay in your own home, in familiar surroundings. A live-in carer will move into your home and provide round the clock support, according to your bespoke care plan.
A live-in carer can provide support with personal care and mobility. They are also essential for helping individuals to feel connected to their family and the wider community. By choosing a local West Sussex care provider, you’ll benefit from their local knowledge and expertise.
Live-in care also allows you to stay in your own home, which can offer a great deal of reassurance. It’s also a lot less stress than downsizing to a care home. By taking a flexible approach to care providing, we can ensure you receive care that suits your lifestyle.
What can live-in carers help with?
The type of care you receive will depend on your individual care plan. This is agreed in advance, but it is also flexible to your changing needs and preferences. As a general guide, our live-in carers can provide support with household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, gardening and pet care.
Another essential role of the live-in carer is to ensure your medical needs are met. They can coordinate with your GP and other care providers to make it easier for you to take medications and monitor your health, including taking blood pressure and blood glucose measurements.
The social aspect of live-in care is also very important. They will provide emotional support and companionship. They will also help you to maintain social connections and facilitate contact with your family. This could mean helping you with video calling or arranging visits.
Live-in care FAQs
What is the difference between home care and live in care?
With home care, someone visits your property to provide support and then leaves. With live-in care, your carer lives in your property and provides round the clock support. This often leads to improved continuity of care.
How do I find a good live-in carer?
It’s important to choose a reputable agency for your live-in carer. While hiring independently is an option, this doesn’t always offer the same level of reassurance that comes with working with an agency.
How many weeks can a live in carer work?
Our carers need a break too. They will often work in blocks, followed by a short or longer break. During breaks, we can provide a respite carer on a home care basis to ensure continuity of care.