A main concern for the older generation is loss of freedom and independence as they grow older. The thought of residential care can cause worry and stress as they do not want to enter into regimented daily routines, do what they want when they want and be unable to come and go as they please.

These concerns have caused many of the elderly to seek an alternative, an option where they can have freedom whilst being taken care of. The alternative to residential care is live-in care.

What is live-in care?
Live-in care, also known as care at home, enables the elderly to stay in their own home with professional, round the clock care you would expect from a care home. A fully trained, personally matched carer will live with you in your home and care for you. Carers can be matched to specific conditions such as dementia, or your carer can simply take care of everyday needs including cleaning, cooking, shopping, arranging days out and looking after your pets if you cannot. The carer can live with you full-time, or part-time, depending on the type and level of care that you require.

Benefits of Live-in Care
The main benefit of live-in care is that you remain in the comfort of your own home, whilst receiving the same level of care that you would in residential care. You keep your privacy with the use of your bedroom and bathroom and can continue doing the things you love such as watching television, go shopping and have friends and family visit when you want. Live-in care allows you to keep your independence and freedom, with the piece of mind that someone is there to care for you.

Live-in Care Daily Living Aids
Live-in care enables you to adapt your own home to suit your needs. By purchasing daily living aids, you can live in and manoeuvre around your own home with confidence and freedom. Daily living aids can include bathroom and toilet aids, profiling beds, specialist chairs and seating, household aids and equipment, mobility equipment, supports, and wheelchairs and scooters. Having these products installed in your home, combined with your care giver, will maximize your time in the comfort of your own home, maintaining and prolonging your independence.

The Top 3 Must-Follow Blogs for Seniors

The impact of COVID-19 has resulted in many of us using technology to remain connected with the outside world. While the younger generation remain at the forefront of technology and social media, seniors have had to adapt to the demands of the “new normal” and use technology to stay connected with friends and family.

There has been a vast increase in seniors using technology to learn about aging and assisted living, mainly through blogs. Blogs have become a place for seniors to find community, friendship, and advice during these unprecedented times.
We have collated our three favourite blogs aimed at seniors, covering health news, senior travel plans, and encourage a positive approach to aging. We hope you enjoy exploring them:

Age UK
Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. Information and advice, services, and opportunities to get involved. From pension advice and housing options to telephone friendships and IT training, Age UK is senior user friendly and is sure to have something to gain your interest.
Click here to visit Age UK »

The Live-in Care Hub
Provides advice to those considering live in care, also known as 24 hour home care, which is an alternative to residential care, enabling the elderly to stay in their own home with professional, round the clock care you would expect from a care home.
Click here to discover The Hub »

Autumna
Autumna is on a mission to help families understand and find the best later-life care options. Committed to helping everybody and, using the choice that self-funders have, to improve standards and transparency across the entire elder care sector.
Click here to find out more on Autumna »