Guide To Finding Care For A Family Member

Admit You Can’t Do It All Yourself

When a family member needs additional help, it is only natural for family to rally around and do what they can to help. But, even with our best intentions, this can become difficult when there are jobs, children, and our own lives to consider as well.

Whether you are the main family carer, or you and other family members are taking it, in turn, to support a loved one, don’t be afraid to admit if it’s becoming too much or causing a strain in family relationships. Not being able to do it all yourself isn’t a sign of weakness or a reflection on your dedication to the one you care for, it’s completely normal and it is so important to recognise that and accept help and support.

Consider Live-In Care In Essex

Live-in care is an ideal option if you want your loved one to remain in their own home and with family &friends close by but need extra support in caring for them. A live-in carer will live at the property with your loved one and be there to help provide round-the-clock care such as help getting dressed washing, and going to the toilet, attending appointments, light cleaning, bed changing, collecting prescriptions, preparing food, reminding them to take medications and more.

Unlike residential care, they will still be able to see family and friends whenever they like, still, be part of the home and family and still enjoy their normal daily routines and environment – enabling them to still enjoy their independence and control over their lives.

Look For Available Help

When researching live-in care in Essex for your loved one, it is worth investigating if you qualify for any help and support towards care. Your local adult social care department should have some information on available grants and what assistance is available to you towards the cost of live-in care.

Live-in care is more affordable than you may think, and you can discuss with Live In Solutions what your options are, explaining your needs and budget so we can provide you with some tailored care plans allowing you can make an informed decision.

Research is important, so be sure to get quotes to compare among live-in care agencies and look into available government help. Allow your family member to input into this process and always fully explain the benefits of having a live-in carer if they are resistant. Some people may be proud and refuse to admit they might need some additional help around the home for their own safety and wellbeing, but a live-in carer will always try and encourage independence where it is safe to do so and never patronise their client

listening to their opinion and reporting back to the family where appropriate.