Sit-in care, also known as respite care or in-home care, refers to a type of caregiving service where we provide temporary relief or support to primary caregivers who offer professional and personalised assistance to individuals who require assistance with daily activities due to age, illness, or disability. We provide care within the person's own home, ensuring a familiar and comfortable environment. These services are in such a way tailored to meet the specific needs of the individual, ensuring their safety, well-being, and overall quality of life. 

The detailed description of sit-in care services is as follows:

•  Purpose: We aim to provide temporary relief to primary caregivers who may need a break or have other commitments. It allows them to take time off from their caregiving responsibilities while ensuring the well-being and safety of the person receiving care.
  
  
• Caregivers: We provide care to meet the specific needs of the individuals they care for. Our staff helps with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication management, companionship, and general supervision.
  
  
• Assessment: Before providing sit-in care, we conduct a thorough assessment to understand the specific requirements and preferences of the individual. This assessment helps create a personalised care plan, ensuring that the caregiver would meet the person's needs effectively.
  
  
• Services Provided: We cover a wide range of tasks, depending on the individual's needs. These include:
  
  a. Personal Care: Assisting with activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and maintaining personal hygiene.
   
  b. Medication Management: Ensuring medication administration is on time and in the correct dosage, organising pillboxes, and providing reminders. 
  
  c. Mobility Assistance: Helping with transferring, walking, using mobility aids, and fall prevention. 
  
  d. Meal Preparation: Preparing nutritious meals based on dietary requirements, feeding assistance if necessary, and ensuring hydration. 
  
  e. Companionship: Engaging in social interaction, conversation, playing games, reading, or accompanying the person on outings or appointments. 
  
  f. Light Housekeeping: Performing light household chores, such as tidying up, laundry, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. 
  
  g. Emotional Support: Offering reassurance, empathy, and emotional companionship to alleviate loneliness or anxiety. 
  
  h. Respite Care: Providing temporary relief to primary caregivers, allowing them to take a break, attend appointments, or engage in self-care.
  
  
• Schedule and Duration: We schedule services as needed, whether it is for a few hours a day, overnight, or 24-hour care. The duration and frequency of care are in such a way to meet the individual's requirements and the caregiver's availability.
  
  
• Communication and Reporting: Sit-in caregivers maintain open communication with the primary caregiver and may provide updates on the person's well-being, any concerns, or changes in their condition. This helps ensure continuity of care and keeps the primary caregiver informed.
  
  
• Benefits: This care offers various benefits, including:
  
  a. Temporary relief for primary caregivers, reducing their stress and preventing burnout. 
  
  b. Personalised care that respects the individual's preferences and maintains their independence. 
  
  c. Enhanced safety and well-being, as caregivers are trained to manage emergencies and respond to health-related situations. 
  
  d. Companionship and social engagement, improving the person's quality of life. 
  
  e. Consistency in care routines and familiarity with the home environment. 
  
  f. Peace of mind for family members, knowing that their loved one is well cared for in their absence. 

Service User Groups

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• Long Term Support Care
• Disabilities Care (Learning and Physical)
• Mental Health Disorders/Conditions Care
• End of Life Care
• Outreach Support Care
• Sit-in Care
• Fast-Track Care
• Sensory Impairments Care
• Personal Care