Friendly Home Care Near Blackwater
Hello! We are Home Instead, and we provide award winning home care in Blackwater, Hampshire. We help seniors to live independently throughout their care journey.
About Our Home Care Services In Blackwater
Home Instead provides personalised home care in and around Blackwater to seniors who need support in continuing to live at home.
Our approach to your loved one’s home care is holistic, offering physical and emotional support that promotes a better sense of well-being. We average a good and outstanding rating with the CQC.
Why Choose Home Instead in Blackwater
We operate on three principles; compassion, connection and companionship. The pillars to mental and physical well-being.
You see, getting older can be challenging. Health concerns and mobility issues significantly impact the way we think, feel, and behave. How your caregivers respond to that is critical. We start with a proactive approach.
Careful matching between client and care pro caters helps develop natural companionship throughout the care journey. This is backed up with detailed training for compassionate and personalised care. And then we top that off with community connection, through clubs, day trips or social events.
“I am so thankful that we found Home Instead and engaged them to assist the family in providing the care that was needed for our father.
From the outset they listened to what we wanted, made useful suggestions about what they could provide and put a lovely team in place to provide Dad with the additional support that enabled him to remain at home.
Personal care and provision of nutritional requirements were all achieved with caring and gentleness. They made their visits special for him by taking the time to have a dance with him, something he really enjoyed. On the longer weekend visits, he was taken on some lovely outings to feed birds or watch planes which were his favourite activities.
Following a brief stay in hospital, additional care was required and the team were extremely helpful and efficient in getting this organised at short notice, enabling him to return home at the earliest opportunity. Throughout, the whole care team have been amazing. They were so supportive and encouraging towards Dad. They were also very supportive of the family who continued to provide some of his care.
I would highly recommend them to anyone who may be searching for similar care.”
– Liz.
Meet Some Of Our Blackwater Care Team
Meet a few of our experienced Ascot, Camberley and Wokingham care professionals.
Meet Amber
Amber helps us provide personalised home care services, including household chores and personal care, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, to ensure comfort and dignity. She also prepares nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements and preferences.
Beyond the basics of home life, Amber helps clients on shopping trips and takes them on walks to enjoy fresh air and exercise.
Most of all, Amber provides companionship, engaging in meaningful conversations and activities to enhance her clients’ quality of life and ensure they feel safe, supported, and valued.
“Working in Bracknell is an incredibly fulfilling experience. The sense of community here is truly special, with friendly and appreciative clients and staff who make every day rewarding. I love the opportunity to positively impact the lives of those I care for, helping them maintain their independence and enjoy a higher quality of life.”
Meet Leonie
Leonie has worked at Home Instead for the last six years, covering the Bracknell and Ascot areas. During that time, her work has included personal care, meal preparation, shopping, housekeeping, medication administration, companionship, assistance with social outings, and tasks like gardening.
“This role is perfect for me as it is very varied, and no two days are the same. The bonds I’ve built with clients over time are strong, and they know my colleagues and I are reliable, trustworthy, and responsible in all we do for them. These bonds mean a lot to me, and seeing clients flourish with our support is very special.
It feels like a privilege to encourage my clients to take advantage of the variety of activities and places to go in and around Bracknell. From day centres to coffee shops, high street shopping to churches and activity centres, it’s all available to everyone, and getting to know new people can make a big difference in someone’s life. It’s great to be a part of that.”
How We Work to Support Blackwater’s Senior Community
Blackwater is famous for its beautiful river and country park. With a growing population of those over 50, social care is under pressure to deliver to more people with less funding.
Our localised home care supports the area by helping Mum and Dad to stay in the home they love while receiving the care they need. We take this further with community outreach, which links your loved one to our community partners and fellow organisations.
The Benefits of Home Care Services with Home Instead
So far, we’ve talked pretty broadly about what we do. Here’s a closer look at our services:
- We promote independence. We believe in empowering seniors to live their best lives without overselling services.
- We ensure excellent nutrition and hydration. We prepare balanced meals that promote the joy of healthy eating.
- We encourage physical activity. We support seniors’ mobility at all levels by offering at-home activities and coordinating physiotherapy as needed.
- We foster social connections. We thoughtfully match clients with care professionals and encourage community involvement through day centres and local events.
- We prevent falls at home. We create personalised fall prevention plans for each client to ensure their safety.
- We minimise UTIs and chest infections. We proactively identify and address potential health issues before they escalate.
- We reduce hospital visits and readmissions. We work with GPs and medical teams to monitor health and address symptom changes.
FAQs About Home Care In Blackwater
Can home care provide better support than a care home or social care?
Broadly speaking, studies have shown that home care can support seniors physically and emotionally in a way that social care and care homes cannot. This is partly because of our one-to-one attention in a familiar home setting and partly because we help maintain relationships with family, friends, and the community.
Of course, there may be a time when a care home is the better option. In the meantime, the medical profession strongly advocates for home care first. They call this “ageing in place.”
Can home care support Mum and Dad? What about their pets?
We are keen to support couples who can stay at home together. Positive relationships have an uplifting effect on our souls and our health.
So, too, are beloved pets, so we are happy to feed and walk pets when needed. Just let us know what you need when you call in and we can match you to a care pro mad about your animals as much as you are.
How much does home care cost in Blackwater? And are benefits available?
Home care costs vary and depend heavily on which services your loved one needs, but in most cases, assistance can start from just £150 a month. That figure is based on a few hours every few weeks for chores, companionship, doctor visits or shopping.
Your local authority will help you understand funding better. Blackwater falls under Hampshire County Council. Contact them today and ask about adult care benefits and eligibility.
Areas We Cover Around Blackwater
– Bagshot
– Camberley
– Lightwater
– Yately
Understanding Which Blackwater Home Care Services You Need
We provide various tailored Blackwater home care services:
- Home help, housekeeping and meal prep
- Personal care
- Nail care
- Community transport
- Health care at home and medication monitoring
- 24/7 Live-in Care
- Overnight and Waking Night care
- Respite care
- Specialist condition-led care
- Or Palliative care
Understanding what you need can be tricky. That’s why we offer a no-obligation home consultation. Contact us today, and we will guide you through what we can offer to help.
Contact Us For Home Care Services In Blackwater
Do you need home care help for a loved one, or would you like to learn more about home care in Blackwater?