What is the role of a live in carer?

Carers provide tailored services, such as cooking and personal assistance, but also bring companionship to those in need of social contact.

The relationship between the two parties can be immensely rewarding on both sides.

What do live in carers do?

Live-in carers provide invaluable support, enabling those in need to continue a safe and comfortable lifestyle within the familiar setting of home - an ideal alternative to residential care.

Live-in care offers tailored, one-on-one assistance that is responsive to the unique needs of each person. With this individualised approach, daily routines can be easily adjusted for added comfort and convenience.

With round-the-clock assistance, live-in carers offer flexible and personalised support tailored to each individual's specific needs. Alongside this live in support, our care team are on hand day or night - providing as much help as needed every step of the way.

As a viable alternative to care homes or nursing care (nursing homes) live in care services managed by our dedicated team allow individuals to stay in the comfort of their own homes, including instances where they need more specialist care and support.

Specialist care and support may be needed for dementia care, respite care, and different types of personal care.

Where necessary registered nurses are on hand as part of our care team. A qualified nurse will be able to support in providing the training and guidance to our team of dedicated carers.

Making daily tasks easy

Live-in carers provide a much-needed service for individuals requiring care, not just in terms of medical assistance but also general tasks around the house.

From cooking and cleaning to running errands and providing companionship, their work ensures that those in need can fully relax in a home that is clean, comfortable, and secure. It's this partnership between caregiver and patient that leads to a better quality of life for everyone involved.

Security and peace of mind

By providing a secure and supportive residential environment, live-in carers offer comfort to those they assist - not just for the care recipient but also their family members and other people close in their lives.

The reassuring presence of a fully-trained, compassionate, and trustworthy live-in carer ensures continued well-being and safety.

Additionally, their ability to respond promptly and properly in the event of an emergency brings immense comfort to all stakeholders involved.

How do I find the right live in carer?

At Bluebird Care Birmingham West, we know that it's vital to find a carer who fits your individual needs and personality.

That is why our team work hard to source the most exceptional live-in carers so you can be confident in receiving tailored support from someone perfect for you.

Our experienced professionals take into account all of your requirements when making matches and provide thorough management over every aspect of the arrangement – allowing us both peace of mind as well as enabling each carer to focus solely on providing excellent daily care with dedication.

Finding the right live in carer can help keep you or a loved one at home instead of being placed into a nursing home or residential or care home.

Experience

We value the skills of all our carers, regardless of their existing experience. All members undergo training to achieve Care Certificate standards (including medication) and we are always ready to discover what knowledge they bring with them.

Additionally, we provide opportunities for live-in carers in enhancing their understanding and upskilling according to the needs of their customers’ unique requirements – allowing us to best support those who depend on us most.

Lifestyle Similarities

Finding the perfect match for your live-in carer is something we take seriously. We want to ensure that you'll not only feel safe and supported, but enjoy each other's company as well.

This means carefully handpicking someone who can meet all of your needs - whether it be certain levels of experience or shared interests.

Initially this may sound a bit daunting but rest assured knowing our team works diligently in finding an individual that makes you feel comfortable every step along the way in life.

Waking nights

To ensure loved ones receive the best-possible care, 'waking nights' are available for those who require support during night time hours, which may be relevant especially for older people with more complex needs.

This is done by dedicated staff members working in shifts throughout the week to provide constant assistance and comfort when it's needed most.

Dementia and Alzheimer's care

Caring for a loved one who is living with dementia can be demanding. A live-in carer can provide the specialist care and assistance needed to look after an individual who may be living with dementia, providing them with the companionship and routine needed to maintain well-being whilst giving them the right level of support and care.

Live-in carers are a valuable resource for those living with dementia, offering an incredible breadth of support to ensure their wellbeing - from personal hygiene and mobility assistance through to handling medication management and dietary requirements.

Working with people living with dementia requires a special set of skills and expertise. Carers must be able to understand the individual's experience, recognise behavioural expressions of need, look to past memories for comfort in times of distress - all strategies that are paramount for promoting well-being among those affected by memory loss.

What do live in carers not do?

Live in carers are not expected to provide nursing care. Therefore, if you or a loved one requires more complex medical care and assistance such as: regular ventilation, or diabetes management then you may need the assistance of specialist live in carers.

Alternatively, if the additional assistance is at specific times of the day then you may be able to add specialist care into the routine. Bluebird Care Birmingham West does have nurse-led clinical carers that can provide support.

Ready for live in care?

Bluebird Care Birmingham West are proud to be rated GOOD by the care quality commission (CQC) and are committed to making a difference to the residents of Birmingham for all of their home care and live in care needs.

We offer a diverse range of live in care services to support with needs in relation to respite care, personal care, dementia care and nursing care.

If you have made the decision to stay within your diverse resident community and want to explore live in care as an alternative to residential homes or nursing homes in the West Midlands, then please reach out to the team to find out more about our live in care services.

For further information about our live in care options or if you would like to find out more about our home care services then please contact a member of the team by either emailing us at birminghamwest@bluebirdcare.co.uk or calling us on 0121 803 6787.