What is 24-hour live-in care?
24-hour live-in care provides round-the-clock 24-hour support from professional caregivers in the comfort of one’s own home. 24-hour live-in care enables your loved one to continue living safely in familiar and comfortable surroundings, even with a complex health condition.
With 24-hour live-in care, you or your loved one will be supported by two carers who exchange shifts – meaning one carer is fully on duty at all times, providing any care your loved one needs. Typically, one carer will be on duty during the daytime and one carer will be on duty during the nighttime. This means that the carers get a well-earned rest between shifts so they can be fully attentive and alert while on duty, giving your loved one the best compassionate care possible.
Usually, the carer working the day shift will live in the home with your loved one, sleeping in a bedroom provided for them during the night whilst the nighttime carer attends to your loved one. This means that your loved one will always have the assistance they need, providing security and peace of mind for all the family.
The difference between overnight care and 24-hour live-in caregiver
Overnight care, sometimes known as waking night care, means that a carer will remain awake throughout the night to provide support, such as helping with nighttime agitation and toileting. Overnight care can be employed as a stand-alone service, whereas with 24-hour live-in care, the client will receive care throughout both the daytime and nighttime.
The difference between live-in care and 24-hour live-in care
Live-in care describes home care from a professional carer who lives in the home with the client. The carer will primarily provide care during the daytime and evening and, during the night, will sleep when the client sleeps. In this type of care arrangement, the carer can be woken up for occasional unforeseen needs during the night, such as help going to the toilet. If predicted and frequent nighttime support is required, then overnight care or 24-hour live-in care is more suitable.
What conditions can 24-hour live-in care support?
At Country Cousins, we provide condition-led care through a range of 24-hour live-in care services because we know that each client is unique and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Just as our clients have differing care needs and circumstances, the services we offer reflect this.
Our 24-hour live-in care can be employed as:
Such as respite care to cover for an existing caregiver or when care needs are temporary.
is provided with a flexible and easily adaptable approach so as the client’s needs change, so does the care they receive.
offers condition-led care from carers who are experienced and trained in the specific health condition of the client.
is compassionate end of life care that supports all the family.
is very cost-effective as one carer supports both individuals, enabling them to remain living together, which is often not possible in residential care.
supports disabled adults of any age to live well at home and in their community.
supports individuals recovering from illness, injury or have just been discharged from hospital and require support until they fully recover.
To read more about how live-in care works, download our free guide here.
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The benefits of 24-hour live-in care
There are numerous and wide-reaching benefits to receiving 24-hour live-in care in the comfort of your own home. Here are just some of the key benefits of 24-hour live-in care with Country Cousins:
- Total peace of mind – for all the family knowing your loved one is cared for round-the-clock.
- Remain in a much-loved home and community – surrounded by happy memories and home comforts.
- Condition-led care – enables even those with multiple complex health conditions to remain living in the comfort of home.
- Value for money – the cost of 24-hour care is often similar to residential care costs but with the added benefit of personalised one-to-one support.
- Round-the-clock support – delivered 24/7 by trained and experienced carers in a safe, personal way.
- Personalised care – is tailored exactly to the needs and wishes of your loved one.
- Flexibility and continuity of care – as needs change, so does the care you receive.
- Negates the need to move – avoiding disruption and the upset of being separated from pets, spouse, neighbours and community.
Why choose Country Cousins for your 24-hour live-in care?
We have been providing compassionate condition-led 24-hour live-in care throughout the UK for over 60 years. In fact, we are the longest-established introductory live-in care agency in the UK.
Our complete range of 24-hour live-in home care services is fully tailored to the individual needs of each client and provides the flexibility to adapt care as needs change. We put great importance on matching the right carer to each client, ensuring they have the right skills to provide high-quality care whilst fitting in with the client’s lifestyle and personality. We know through our extensive experience that these factors greatly influence the success of the live-in care we provide and the satisfaction of our clients.
We offer a free, no-obligation enquiry and quotation service through our friendly and knowledgeable care team. Call us today to arrange live-in care in just a few easy steps on 0808 169 8996. Lines are open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm. Alternatively, complete our online enquiry form.
FAQs
How quickly can I start 24-hour live-in care?
After your initial phone call, we’ll do our utmost to make sure your support starts as quickly as possible. Sometimes this can be done within 24 hours, and sometimes it can take a little bit longer depending on whether there’s a carer with the right skills and experience available.
Who is 24-hour live-in care for?
24-hour live-in care can be a great option for anyone living with a complex medical condition who requires comprehensive support, such as in the case of advanced-stage dementia. It’s also suitable for anyone who would benefit from having proactive care to maintain their well-being and independence.
What do you need to provide for a 24-hour live-in carer?
Receiving live-in care means that one carer will live in your home with you, much like a lodger. The carer will need to have their own bedroom with their own bed, furniture, and access to WiFi if possible. The carer can share all other facilities, such as the bathroom and kitchen.
Does 24-hour live-in care require more than one carer?
Typically, with 24-hour live-in care, two carers will support your loved one round-the-clock. A minimum of two carers are required – one for the daytime and one for the nighttime. This ensures that an alert and attentive carer is with your loved one 24 hours a day.
