Many couples want nothing more than to see out their lives together, but this becomes increasingly challenging when one or both people have specific care needs.
In most cases, a nursing home will be unable to accommodate the couple together and they will be placed separately depending on their care needs, which can be extra traumatic for them at an already difficult time.
Live In care for couples is an alternative that you might want to consider if the goal is to keep your aging grandparents, parents, or other relatives together. On top of being able to stay with the person they love most, the couple will also be able to remain in the comfort of their own home.
If you are interested in live-in care for couples, either for yourself or your loved ones, the team at Bluebird Care Bournemouth and Poole would love to help. Get in touch with us today for more information and to see how we can support you.
Understanding differing care needs
Many couples find that one partner has more complex care needs than the other. One may be living with a condition that has an acute impact on their ability to care for themselves (such as dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, multiple sclerosis, or even the aftermath of a stroke, spinal injury, or heart attack) while the other may be experiencing a less complex health condition or even require no care at all.
Not having a health condition that requires care, however, doesn’t mean that the other partner does not need support – it can be difficult to cope with everyday tasks when your partner is experiencing health issues.
With live-in care for couples, you can rest assured that both partners will receive the care and support they require.
How does live-in care for couples work?
Live-in care is the perfect solution for couples who are finding it hard to manage on their own but don’t want to move into residential care. The care worker will live at the couple’s home, providing them with round-the-clock support based on their needs.
Bluebird Care Bournemouth and Poole’s care experts have been highly trained to assist in many areas of a couple’s daily routine, including:
- Household chores
They can handle tasks like vacuuming, gardening, general tidying, and more, which some people find too time-consuming or draining. - Medication assistance
They can organise and administer medication, as well as arrange repeat scripts and pharmacy collections. - Health monitoring
They will regularly check on each partner’s vital signs, as well as manage chronic conditions to ensure the best outcomes. - Personal care
They can assist with the couple’s hygiene routines, including bathing, dressing, continence, and stoma management. - Preparing meals
They can prepare delicious and nutritious meals based on the needs and tastes of the couple, including dietary requirements. - Getting out and about
They can also provide support outside the home, from running errands and getting to appointments. They can even travel with you! - Mobility support
They can assist with getting in and out of bed, adjusting position, and moving safely around the home. - Safety modifications
They can implement safety measures around the home to keep the couple secure and avoid accidents.
Benefits of live-in care for couples
Seeking a live-in care worker for your aging relatives provides them – and you – with many benefits:
- Continue living together
The couple will be able to continue living together in the comfort of their own home, the person and place they are most familiar with. - Maintain hobbies and routines
The couple will be able to continue doing the things they enjoy, from going to church to meeting with friends, both together and alone. - Choose when to have visitors
The couple’s family and friends will be able to come and go as usual without needing to follow strict visiting hours. - Flexible support options
The care expert will provide as much or as little support as the couple desires, helping them to retain as much independence as possible. - Peace of mind
Having a live-in care worker available to the couple 24/7 can give them – and their families – peace of mind that help is always at hand.
The Spouse Package offered by Bluebird Care Bournemouth and Poole
We understand how difficult it can be for couples when they want to remain together but have different care needs. It’s our aim to facilitate loved ones staying together wherever possible without worrying about their safety or needs being met.
Our care experts receive training in a wide range of care techniques to ensure that they can handle various health conditions and support needs.
Exclusive to Bluebird Care, our Spouse Package is tailored to the specific needs of each partner and allows for differing levels of independence. When the second person has care need themselves, we even cover them at a discounted rate, making staying together more accessible for most couples.
Couples can remain together at home with Bluebird Care’s live-in spouse package
Do you have loved ones with complex care needs or who could do with some additional support? If remaining together in the comfort of their own home is posing some challenges, Bluebird Care’s Spouse Package is something to consider.
Get in touch with our helpful team today to discuss your specific needs and whether this package would be a good fit.
