Live In care is a great way to make sure your loved one has the support they need in a comfortable and familiar environment. It can help them feel more in control of their care and closer to family.
But how much does live-in care cost and what can you expect from it? In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know about live-in care in Bournemouth from factors that affect the cost to the average prices across Britain.
For personalised advice, contact our team at Bluebird Care Bournemouth and Poole today.
What is Live-In Care?
Live-in care is when a professional care assistant lives in your home for a set period of time to provide round-the-clock care to you or your loved one.
By living in your home, your care assistant can provide more personalised support from personal care, to medication management, meal preparation and even social outings. They have the training and expertise to help your loved one navigate their daily life with the right balance of support and independence.
Live-in care assistants are also able to provide a level of companionship that may be difficult to experience with other kinds of support. They can help your loved one feel less isolated and more comfortable, supporting them to achieve their health goals. This can also help to maintain their overall health and benefit their mental wellbeing.
Factors That Affect The Cost of Live-In Care
While live-in care is a valuable and appealing care option, you may be wondering how much it will cost. In Bournemouth, there are a range of different live-in care services available. Likewise, your unique needs or situation could affect the overall cost.
Those who need more comprehensive live-in care support may have higher costs. For instance, if your loved one struggles most often at night and needs more attentive care throughout, this will likely impact your costs. As your live-in care assistant will be expected to work on and off throughout the night, the arrangements for the daytime will be affected and the fees may be higher.
Similarly, if your loved one requires specialised nursing expertise or has complex care needs, the cost of your live-in care will likely increase, reflecting the skill level and expertise required.
Live-in care costs are also affected by the number of people who require support. If you have more than one loved one living at home who require care, such as a couple, the additional responsibilities will usually increase the cost of care.
Bournemouth Live-In Care Costs
Live-in care costs are usually calculated as costs per week of support. On TrustedCare, a directory of registered care providers, the average cost of live-in care across Britain is £1,309 a week.
In Bournemouth, these costs will vary depending on your needed level of care. Prices can easily range anywhere between, £1000 to £1500 or more a week and these are just prices for supporting a single person. Live-in care for couples or a person with more complex needs will likely have prices begin at the higher end of that scale. Usually ranging between £1700 to £2000 per week or more.
To navigate your costs, it is important to have a solid understanding of your care needs.
Here at Bluebird Care Bournemouth and Poole, we are here to help our community access the care they need – so if you’re currently investigating costs, reach out to us for support. And remember, funding options may be available depending on your circumstances.
Funding Options for Live-In Care in Bournemouth and Poole
Depending on your needs and circumstances, there may be funding options or benefits available to you to help cover the costs of live-in care. One key factor, aside from your needs, are your financial assets. The BCP Council can conduct a financial assessment to see if you are eligible for additional funding or support for care.
This financial assessment will take into account your earnings, pensions, benefits, savings and property. However, if you need a live-in care assistant the value of your current home will not be included in the assessment.
Usually, if your savings amount to less than £23,250 the BCP Council will offer a personal budget to help cover care costs. The amount of money provided will be based on your care and support plan as this will provide a thorough understanding of your needs.
Likewise, once you have been assessed you can decide how you would prefer to receive financial support. The BCP Council can either pay you directly so that you can be in control of who provides your care, or make the arrangements for your care depending on your preferences.
Need Help Navigating Live-In Care Funding? Contact the Bluebird Care Team Today
Live-in care is a great way to make sure your loved one is supported at home. They can feel safer in a familiar environment while benefiting from round-the-clock support and companionship.
However, understanding your needs and navigating costs can be complex. If you or your loved one are considering live-in care, contact Bluebird Care today. Our dedicated and compassionate team of care experts is always here to help.
