Difference Between Home Care and Live-in Care in Warwick
Many families assume that a residential care home is the only solution for older or vulnerable people who need a greater level of support. However, did you know that live-in care is another solution, which allows people to stay living in their own home? So, why choose live-in care, and how does this differ from other types of home care? Understand the different between home care and live-in care with Caremark Warwick.
We explain the differences, so you can find the right type of support for your loved one.
What Is The Difference Between Home Care And Live-In Care?
Home care is a flexible type of service where a Care Assistant visits someone in their home to provide support. This could involve a short daily or weekly visit or multiple daily or weekly visits. Also called ‘domiciliary care’, Care Assistants can help with a range of activities, from companionship to grocery shopping, household chores and preparing meals. They can also assist with personal care and hygiene, as well as administering medication.
Regular home care visits enable people to maintain their independence, and it can give working people with caring responsibilities much-needed peace of mind. Known as the ‘sandwich generation’, people are increasingly trying to balance caring for their children with caring for an elderly parent. This can put pressure on families and the individual needing support. No one should feel like a burden when it comes to their care needs.
Sometimes people need to scale up their level of support. They might already have a Care Assistant visiting them regularly, but their care needs have changed. As an example, if someone has suffered a stroke, heart attack, or they’ve had an accident, they might need round-the-clock support. This is when 24/7 live-in care is needed within people’s homes.
Live-in Care for the Elderly
When it comes to live-in care, dedicated Care Assistants will live with the individual to provide a highly personalised level of support. One of the main benefits of live-in care in Warwick is that your loved one can stay living in their own home and within their local community.
As well as enabling you or a loved one to live safely and comfortably, it can also provide companionship throughout the day and evening. Typical tasks are similar to home care, except more help is usually needed with meal preparation, medications and personal hygiene. Live-in care is also a way of supporting someone with dignity at end of life.
As people get older, it’s harder and more stressful for them to move house. Grandparents and elderly parents may have precious memories associated with their home. If you have a loved one living with a condition like dementia, it can be distressing for them to leave the familiarity of their home environment. Live-in care helps people to continue enjoying their daily lives and routines without the disruption of moving into an unfamiliar care setting.
The team at Caremark Warwick responded quickly to put care in place for my 102 year old mother. They allocated a great companion for her who has been willing to do whatever she wants e.g. exercises, walks in the wheelchair and reading to her. He shows care and compassion. I have also been impressed by the efficiency and flexibility of the whole team. Thank you for improving my life, as well as Mother’s.
Mandy S (Daughter of Client)
Live-in Care – Caremark Warwick
Caremark Warwick provides 24/7 live-in care to residents across Leamington Spa, Warwick, Heathcote, Kenilworth, and Stoneleigh. Our Live-In Care Assistants will look after your loved one in the comfort of their own home.
We provide a dedicated and tailored level of support, constantly collaborating closely with families to meet our clients’ individual needs. See our Facebook page to find out how our Care Assistants are making a real difference to people’s lives every day.
Whether you need live-in care for a partner, parent or another family member, please get in touch. We also offer home care and respite care services.