Explore our range of helpful care guides
We know that there are a lot of questions surrounding care at home and it can be intimidating to jump into. That’s why we have put together helpful guides on different topics you may be uncertain about.
From funding and communicating with your loved one, to simply understanding the process of getting care in place, we’re here to guide you. Any questions that are unanswered we would be happy to help with over the phone or email.
Care information to guide you
You can download any of our guides to have on hand or share with others, or simply read below.
Guide to care at home
Guide to funding care at home
Talking to a loved one about care
Top 10 questions to ask a care provider guide
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Help & guides FAQ’s
Absolutely! Our respite care visits service consists of carers coming either as a unique visit when your regular carer takes time off. Or as short regular visits to relieve your carer for some time.
Personal care: We work discreetly with you to create an individual care plan to help you maintain your daily routine and do so in ways that respect your privacy and dignity. This can include washing, bathing, showering, helping with medication, applying lotions and creams, helping you get dressed or ready for bed, putting on make-up and hair care, oral care, support with all continence and catheter care.
Companionship care: Whether you’re having coffee with friends, walking the dog, visiting a garden centre, or tending to your garden, we design a plan to help you do it with greater independence, confidence, and peace of mind.
Support around your home: Prepare your meals and do the dishes, take you to the shops or help you buy what you need online, keep your home clean and tidy, pop a wash on, hang your washing out, and change your sheets.
Respite visits: If you need a break from caring for your loved one to go on holiday or just a bit of time out, we can step in with temporary care while they are away. Our expert carers will carry out your daily routine of care needs just as you like so you can have peace of mind that they’re in good hands.
You may be eligible for some financial support for private homecare services from your local council and their social services department. Usually, the social care service assess both your needs and your finances to work out what care you may require and how it’ll be paid for.
We have no minimum contract. We will only be here as long as your need.
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Do not hesitate to get in touch with any concerns or queries you may have.
Our team is happy to help over the phone or will get back to your message ASAP. Let us know how we can help you and your loved ones.