It’s completely natural for elderly parents to face challenges with everyday tasks as they age. Whether you’re unable to provide direct assistance or live too far away to lend a hand, there comes a point when you may need to seek help. This need might arise due to an injury, illness, or simply the natural ageing process.
If you’re in this situation, you’ve probably considered arranging home care services for your parents. But where do you begin the process of organising in-home care? Continue reading for some valuable insights…
There can be some complexities to the question of funding care, but in most cases it is relatively straightforward. In most cases, if the care recipient has savings of more than £23,250 they will have to fully fund their own care costs. While they are living in their own home, the home is not counted as an asset. If savings are below £23,250, the local authority will likely be responsible for paying some or all of the care costs, if the person is assessed as having an eligible care need, as defined by the Care Act 2014. You will need to contact the local authority to arrange a needs assessment and a financial assessment.
Your parents have the right to choose how they are supported and by who, and if they are entitled to financial support for their care costs, they can ask for a Direct Payment and arrange their own care.
If your parent(s) will be paying for their own care, you do not need to contact the local authority to arrange support for them. Your first step can be to contact Home Instead North Devon & Exmoor. We can facilitate a care needs assessment, which is instrumental in understanding the level of home care or assistance your parents require. This assessment can also identify potential home adaptations to make their life more comfortable, and we can make or suggest referrals to specialist services, such as an occupational therapist.
While your parents may need assistance with various tasks, the primary goal is to promote their independence for as long as possible.
Home care often extends beyond traditional nursing care. Carers can provide a wide range of services tailored to your parent’s needs, including:
Based on the care needs assessment, Home Instead North Devon & Exmoor Care Professionals can provide tailored assistance that precisely matches your parent’s situation and requirements. It’s common for family members and carers to collaborate in caregiving, allowing everyone involved to take breaks when needed.
If you or a loved one is facing difficulties in daily tasks due to illness, injury, or disability, our home care services can provide the extra support necessary to maintain independent living. Our care visits are flexible, ranging from occasional hours to more specialised care, ensuring that your specific needs are met.
If you’d like to learn more about our home care services, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. You can call us on 01769 302003 or you can fill out the form below.
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