What Does a Live-In Carer Do?
Our carers are special people who have a compassionate and caring nature as well as qualifications and experience. This means you, or your loved one, can be confident that the person we supply is able to give the help and support you need.
The tasks they carry out vary depending on the individual situation, but in general a live-in carer normally provides full personal care and carries out everyday housekeeping tasks.
The level of care will vary greatly depending on individual needs, which can range from general companionship and housekeeping to high dependency where intensive personal care is required.
One-to-One Care: A live-in carer works on a one-to one basis with you and your family or health professional and takes into account your preferences for medications, meals, eating times, daily routine, preferred activities etc. Should your needs change then the one-to-one care can be adapted at any time.
Personal Care: This is likely to include help with getting up, toileting, bathing, washing, dressing, overseeing medication and so on.
Companionship: Having someone living in your home gives you companionship when you want it, to keep you company for instance when you are watching TV, going for a walk, doing crosswords or other hobbies. Your carer will also be able to accompany you to appointments or on social outings.
Household Tasks: This would cover everyday things such as housework, laundry, cooking, shopping, caring for pets, dog walking and running errands. It could also be help with letter writing, phone calls on your behalf or social trips out to see friends or go on excursions.
