Live-in care

Care homes aren't the only choice

It can be an emotional time when the conversation arises about needing more support to live at home, or if you have the overwhelming feeling that you or a loved one might have to move into a care home.

What is Live-in Care?

Live-in care is a type of care service where a professional carer lives in the home of the person receiving care, providing round-the-clock support and assistance. This arrangement allows individuals to remain in the comfort of their own homes, while still receiving help with daily activities, personal care, and medical needs. Live-in care is often chosen for elderly individuals, those with disabilities, or people recovering from illnesses who need continuous support but prefer to stay at home rather than move to a residential care facility.

Signs that Live-in Care is needed

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A whole mix of emotions rise to the service and this can be a very stressful time. The good news is that you are not alone in this feeling, here at Bluebird Care Newcastle we are here to take that stress away and give peace of mind. We are often approached by prospective customers, or their loves ones, who just feel overwhelmed.

Some of the key services provided by live-in carers include:

Personal care: Assistance with bathing, dressing, and hygiene.
Companionship: Providing social interaction and emotional support.
Household tasks: Help with cooking, cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
Medication management: Ensuring medications are taken on time.
Mobility assistance: Helping with getting around the home or outside.

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A lot of the information out there points towards task-based home care and a loss of independence, but that doesn’t have to be the case. If you would like more information on our live-in care services or to speak to one of our team about the live-in care options available, you can call on 0191 341 0190 to speak to a member of our team , email or complete our contact form.

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Why Choose Live-In Care?

Choosing Live-in Care usually comes around where someone in care needs more support and its hard to figure out when that may be.

Signs that live-in care is needed

Choosing Live-in Care usually comes around where someone in care needs more support and its hard to figure out when that may be.

Alternative to a care home

Choosing Home Care over a care home provides a better and more cost effective alternative. Home care offers privacy, familiarity, personalisation and companionship. Things you don't get in a care home.

A cost effective alternative

Flexibility

You can tailor your specific needs, choose your routine and the live-in carer will work around what you want to do. There are numerous benefits to Live-in Care.

Benefits of Live-in Care

Beneficial for those with complex needs

Live-in care is a good option for those with complex needs or cognitive conditions, as the carers will provide specialist care in the comfort of your home. Avoiding stressful and busy hospitals.

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Better quality of life

Overall Live-in Care provides around the clock support, meaning you will have a closer eye on you, reducing the likes of falls, forgetting medication and closer look at nutrition.

Signs that live-in care is needed

We had not heard of live-in care until we spoke with Bluebird, it was exactly what we were looking for, and we had comfort straight away that it was what Mum wanted. Nothing is too much trouble for Bluebird, and they sit down and plan out activities that Mum loves to do, they have even got her back into doing gardening. Big thank you from all of us

Live-in Care for Dementia

We passionately believe that most people want to stay in their homes for as long as possible. Home is where your belongings, treasures, pets and memories are. Where the family is used to coming to visit and where your community can support you. This is especially important for people living with dementia, as familiarity is hugely important to overall health and well-being.

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Live in care makes it possible to continue enjoying these comforts, whilst receiving the support you require. By choosing live-in care with Bluebird Care Newcastle, you are choosing to continue living with choice and control, surrounded by your families and communities.

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Live-in Care and Care Homes

When searching for care it's very important to put the needs of the person first, and you have to ask yourself, is a care home really the best option for my loved one? The answer is, probably not, although care homes provide valuable support, it just isn't the same as being in the comfort of your home, with your memories, your pet and even your partner. Below we explore the significant differences.

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	Live-in Care	Residential Care Homes
Familiar Environment vs. New Surroundings	Allows individuals to remain in the comfort of their own home, surrounded by familiar possessions, routines, and memories.	Require a move to a new environment, which can be unsettling, especially for those with dementia or cognitive conditions.
One-to-One Care vs. Shared Care	Provides dedicated, one-on-one support, ensuring personalised care tailored to the individual’s specific needs.	Typically have staff attending to multiple residents, meaning care is shared and less personalised.
Independence vs. Structured Schedule	Offers more flexibility, allowing individuals to maintain their own routines, hobbies, and social life on their own schedule.	Operate on a set schedule for meals, activities, and care, offering less personal freedom.
Continuity of Care vs. Multiple Carers	Ensures continuity by providing a consistent carer, building a strong, trusting relationship.	Often involve multiple staff members caring for a resident, which can lead to less continuity in care.
Companionship vs. Social Interaction	Offers companionship with a dedicated carer but may involve less social interaction with peers.	Provide more opportunities for socialising with other residents, though some individuals may prefer their privacy and personal space.
Cost of care	Can be more cost-effective for couples who wish to remain together, as they share the service.	Charge per person, making it more expensive for couples, though it may be more economical for those requiring high levels of medical support.

A Fully Managed Service

Having a fully managed service means we handle everything from first enquiry to care delivery. We make that journey easy for you. This includes carer recruitment training, specific to live-in care and if the customer has complex needs, our in house Clinical Nurse Lead will train the carers based on the specialist care. Live-in Care in Newcastle means we make adjustments quickly and efficiently, and keeping communication clear. Our office team work hard to make this process easy for you.

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