Paramount Live-in Care: Is live in home-care, the answer?

Everybody in the UK is aware of the current critical problems facing people needing home care, funding is being cut and care staff shortages are a huge problem. With the vulnerable population expecting to double by 2050, the NHS is currently reporting a huge struggle with people not being able to be discharged from hospital as they do not have care or support in place to go home. Reports also indicate that carers visiting for fifteen minutes throughout the day is not providing some people with adequate care and companionship.

What is Live-in Care and can it help me? Live in home care, means a carer or PA lives with you in your own home. This type of care is growing at rapid speed across the UK as an alternative to a residential home. Surveys show that 97% of people asked said they would prefer to stay in their own home. The cost is similar to that of a residential home but offers far more such as, one to one care, medication administration and continuity of carer. Carer’s are also able to undertake most other house hold tasks such as preparing meals, cleaning and laundry as well as escorting to appointments or activities.

Surveys show that 97% of people asked said they would prefer to stay in their own home

Funding: Many people do not understand their options, 41% of people needing care or support are self-funders meaning they receive no government funding. The remainder receive funded care but may not be happy with the service they receive, often not realising they can choose their own care provider using the direct payment scheme from the local council.

We can help:
“Mary lived at home and suffers from dementia, remaining quite independent until her husband passed away meaning she could no longer manager with the day to day tasks, the strain was making her unwell and confused. Mary’s daughter called us, we had a long chat, going through all options, we then met and discussed in detail her needs and more importantly how she wanted things done. We matched Mary with a fully qualified and vetted carer” – Mary now finds day to day life so much easier.

We offer care and support to anyone, no matter how high or low their care needs. Covering Sussex and are fully registered with The Care Quality Commission and fully insured. Please call now for a friendly chat about your individual circumstances. 01273 047326 or www.paramountlive-incare.com