At Forest Homecare, we understand that no one person is the same, which means care delivered should be person-centred and tailored to the individual. When it comes to disability care for your loved one, putting trust in a care provider can be tough. It can be hard to let go and have someone else to step in and provide professional aid and support.
However, allowing specialist disability care workers to help your loved one can completely transform their quality of life, and also take the pressure off from you to ensure that you can value quality time together, without feeling riddled with guilt that you can’t always be there 24/7. Our carers can, and will always go above and beyond to provide emotional and personal support to the person you cherish in your life.
What is person-centred live-in disability care?
Person-centred live-in disability care is a type of caregiving support where a trained caregiver from our team provides support and assistance to individuals with disabilities in the comfort of their own homes. It is a favourable care arrangement for the fact that it offers a more personalised approach than a residential care option, and more attention can be paid to the specific needs of the individual in a familiar setting.
This form of care focuses on tailoring the support to the specific needs and preferences of the individual, allowing them to maintain their independence and live a fulfilling life. Our caregivers can help your loved one to establish a happy and healthy routine in their home, and also arrange for friends and family to pop in at any time.
What are the key benefits of live-in disability care delivered by professional caregivers?
The role of a support worker varies depending on the setting and the needs of the individual they are supporting. However when it comes to the benefits of support work employment, the imminent impact made to individual lives is felt by everyone in a support work role and is a highly-enticing part to the role. Working on a daily basis with like-minded people who share you innate ability to help others, is a rewarding feeling in itself.
The caregiver works closely with the person with disabilities, their family, and healthcare professionals to develop a personalised care plan with a deep understanding of their specific condition or disability. This plan takes into account the individual’s unique needs, preferences and typical routine around the house.
With live-in care, the caregiver resides in the person’s home, providing around-the-clock support and ensuring continuity of care. This arrangement offers stability, familiarity, and the comfort of having a consistent caregiver that is passionate about helping individuals to live a fulfilled life. We understand it can be daunting to have someone move in with your loved one, however you will have a strong line of communication with them as they give regular updates on your loved one and how they are adjusting to live-in care support, with regular visits available to suit you and your loved one.
A crucial benefit about opting for live in care services is that the caregiver can take full responsibility with all activities of daily living, including personal care tasks like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and medication management. They can also help with household chores, meal prep, and any transportation needs if an outing is planned.
Person-centred care recognises the importance of emotional well-being, which can be significantly affected by an individual’s connection to others. Caregivers can help individuals to stay in regular and consistent contact with friends and close family members. They also
provide companionship, engage in meaningful conversations, and facilitate participation in social activities to ensure they don’t feel isolated or socially removed in any way.
As well as our team of wonderful live-in carers, other healthcare professionals will also be kept in close communication to monitor progress and the individual’s reception to live-in care services. We see care as a constant process to be monitored and tailored to ensure for the best experience possible, and to give you and your loved one a peace of mind that they are being cared for by the best team of people.
When seeking person-centred live-in disability care for your loved one, it’s important to engage with reputable care agencies. We come highly-recommended, and always around to discuss our live-in disability care services with you; answering any questions or concerns you or your loved one may have.