When Should Live-in Care be Chosen Over Visiting Care?
Understanding the Difference Between Live-in and Visiting Care
While there are differences between visiting and live-in care, both are designed to provide exceptional support to people living in their own homes. Helping Hands have been providing knowledgeable care in our customers’ own homes since 1989, so it’s no surprise we’re the UK’s most trusted home care provider. It’s easy to discover more about our visiting and live-in care by following this process:
Speak to our team
Call our team of experts to talk through your options and any questions you may have
Free home care assessment
Your local care manager will visit you to discuss your needs and learn about the type of carer you’re after
Find your carer
We’ll match you with a carer who fits your preferences and has the right skills and experience for your needs
Assessing Individual Needs
By thoroughly assessing people’s needs, we gain insight into how best to support them and provide the care they require. Our care assessments are comprehensive and ask a series of questions about the person’s daily life and wellbeing, so that we can be sure everything will be covered, down to the smallest detail.
Level of Support Required
It’s crucial we discover just how much support you require, and how often. This is how we tailor your support plan to your specific needs. Whether you need a carer once a day or around the clock will have an effect on the care package we design for you.
Whether you need Support at Night
If you need support overnight as well as during the day, it suggests a higher level of care is needed. We’ll discuss with you whether you need a carer to be awake at night or if you just require the reassurance of someone sleeping in your home.
Frequency and Complexity
We can be in your home as often as you need us. We support individuals living with complex care needs, as well as those who require a little extra assistance. We provide multiple visits per day of varying duration, or our carers live in your home with you.
Companionship and Continuity
As well as physical support, our carers will provide companionship and help you avoid loneliness and isolation. Whether you enjoy activities in your home, spending time in your garden, or roaming your local area, you won’t be alone.
When Live-in Care May Be the Better Option
Live-in care means that there’s someone living in your home with you around the clock. This isn’t just reassuring for you but for your loved ones as well. They’ll provide physical and practical help, but even more importantly, they’ll be a wonderful source of emotional support and companionship.
When Visiting Care Might Be Sufficient
Visiting care is a marvellous solution if you need less regular support. Perhaps you are already looked after by a family member and you would like a carer to give them a break, or you can manage independently for most of the day but would appreciate some support with certain aspects of your routine, such as housework.
Support with Daily Tasks at Specific Times
You may appreciate assistance with your medication as it needs to be taken at specific times of day. Or perhaps you are struggling to produce nutritious food and suitable meals. Your carer will help you to get out of bed and provide personal care if you need it too.
Maintaining a High Level of Independence
One of the best reasons for continuing to live in your own home is that it affords a higher level of independence than you could hope to get in residential care. Receiving support from our carers means you get the help you need in the place you love.
Managing Care Costs More Flexibly
While we’ll always design the best care package for your needs, we understand that cost is a significant factor in choosing care. Having a carer coming to you less frequently means that you’ll have a more affordable option available if you would prefer it.
Existing support from family members
Your family may already provide the majority of your care, but by having a professional carer supporting you as well it gives your loved ones a chance to spend time away from their caring responsibilities and to relax and refresh.
Making Your Decision with Helping Hands
Our comprehensive care services are fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission and the Care Inspectorate Wales. This means that you’ll receive care that’s not only tailored to you but also overseen by the UK’s regulatory bodies. We focus on giving you the type of care you need for your particular circumstances, and because we’ve got 150 branches across England and Wales, we’re bound to have a local care team near you. This dedication to care means we stand above other care companies, especially those that rely on franchises. We own and manage all of our branches, which we believe provides continuity of care that is unmatched. We listen to our customers and ensure that they always get the type of care that suits them and their circumstances. We treat you as the individual you are, and we always will.
