24-Hour Care at Home - Everything you need to know!

As in-home care providers, we often find potential clients unaware of the differences between live-in care and round-the-clock 24-hour care. Many assume live-in care offers continuous care. However, while live-in Care Professionals live and sleep in your home, they are not on duty 24/7. A day of care is ten hours. Your Care Professional works twelve-hour shifts, with two hours off during that shift. That said, for those requiring comprehensive support throughout the day and night, 24-hour Care at Home is available. Here, we’ll outline when and how 24-hour care might suit you or a loved one.

When you might need 24-Hour Home Care:

There are occasions when you might need 24-hour care for a short period. For example, it may help to have somebody on hand to help you through the night after a hospital stay or operation. However, we also have clients with higher medical support needs who need 24-hour care as part of their routine care.

Key Options: Sleeping Nights Care vs. Waking Night Care

If you have a live-in Care Professional who lives in your home for permanent companionship and support, they are not on duty 24/7. However, we understand there are occasions when you might wake up at night and need assistance. We call this “Sleeping Nights Care”. In these circumstances, you can call upon your Care Professional twice at night for reasonable support.

However, if more frequent or regular nighttime assistance is needed, our “Waking Night Care” is the best choice. This service means having an awake, alert night Care Professional dedicated to tending to nighttime needs. Combining live-in care during the day with Waking Night Care ensures you have dedicated, round-the-clock support, all from the comfort of your own home.

How to Arrange 24-Hour Care in Chichester: A Step-By-Step Process

Arranging 24-hour care follows the same streamlined process as other types of care at Vitale Care:

1. Schedule an Assessment: Call us to set up a time for an initial assessment. 2. Home Visit for Care Assessment: Our team will visit to review your care needs, discuss any personal preferences, and check that your home environment is suitable. This information helps us match you with the right Care Professional. 3. Begin Care: Once we’ve found the right fit, your care can start promptly—sometimes within 24 hours of your assessment.

Flexible Care to Suit Your Needs

At Vitale Care, we understand that each client’s needs vary and can change over time. Whether you need occasional help or ongoing 24-hour care, we tailor our plans to match your requirements.

We’ll stay in close contact, revisiting your plan at the end of your second week to ensure everything is working as expected. This early review allows us to make any adjustments as you settle into your new routine.

After this initial period, we conduct routine reviews every six months or anytime a change arises. If health conditions, medications, or personal abilities change, we promptly adjust the care plan to ensure continued support.

Ready to Explore Your Home Care Options?

If you’re considering live-in or 24-hour care, our team is here to help. We offer free, no-obligation assessments for clients in Chichester and surrounding areas. Reach out today to discuss your needs and find out how we can support you.

Contact us to arrange your free assessment!

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