When it comes to providing exceptional care, it’s not just about the person who arrives at your door; it’s about a collective effort that begins the moment you contact us. This blog post aims to shine a light on how our behind-the-scenes team’s efforts are intrinsically linked to providing you with the best possible care.
Starting your care journey with Home Instead always begins with understanding your unique needs, preferences and desired outcomes. We provide an initial in-person Care Consultation conducted by our Care Consultant who has years of experience working with older adults and finds the experience of meeting and discussing teach client’s personal wishes and desires a vital part of the initial process. When we visit you and your family, it’s not just a routine check. We spend quality time, often an hour or more, getting to know you in your own home environment. This in-depth understanding enables us to tailor our services precisely to your requirements, aligning you with a Care Professional who not only meets your needs but also shares similar interests and hobbies.
Our strong connections within the local community, particularly with healthcare providers, are more than just professional connections. These are partnerships that enable us to act swiftly and effectively on your behalf. Whether it’s a need to communicate with your GP or liaising with your local pharmacist regarding changes to your medication delivery, our team’s familiarity with these local professionals ensures your healthcare needs are promptly and efficiently addressed. This has often provided family members with a huge amount of reassurance, particularly when family members live at a distance.
Our owners, Amar, Dawud and Harmeet embody the essence of Home Instead commitment to personalised care. Their direct involvement in client interactions is a testament to our ethos. When you contact us, it might be Amar or Harmeet who responds, offering their wealth of knowledge and genuine passion to guide you through the care process.
The regulation of our services (by the Care Quality Commission) – crucial to the delivery of high-quality personal care, is meticulously overseen by our Compliance Manager. Working together our General Manager and CQC Registered Manager ensure our care not only adheres to but surpasses the standards set by the Care Quality Commission. This rigorous attention to compliance and preparation for regular inspections means that as your care needs evolve, you can trust us to provide safe, regulated, and exceptional care.
In orchestrating the logistics of your care, our scheduling team plays a vital role. Need to make a change to your loved one’s care schedule? We have team members dedicated to helping you so you don’t need to find cover at the last minute yourself. Their role goes beyond mere diary management; they are committed to ensuring the consistency of your care, too. This means arranging for the same Care Professionals to visit you regularly, creating an atmosphere of trust and comfort. Continuity of care is an aspect of care that sets us apart as a home care provider in Nottingham and is beneficial for all our clients – especially those living with dementia.
Finding the right people to join our care team is a task we take to heart. Our Recruitment Coordinator looks for more than skills and experience. We seek people with a natural inclination to care, those who want to make a real difference in the lives they impact. This careful selection process of less than 3% of candidates who apply to us ensures that our Care Professionals are not just providers of care but become an extended part of your family.
So, you see, there is far more to the story behind the scenes at Home Instead Nottingham than initially meets the eye. Our dedicated team’s collective effort plays a crucial role in supporting the exceptional work of our Care Professionals. It’s a comprehensive system designed to ensure that every aspect of our service, from recruitment to training, from scheduling to on-the-ground care, is handled with the utmost professionalism and empathy.
This concerted effort means that our Care Professionals are not just hired, but carefully selected, thoroughly trained, and always supported, enabling them to be on time, dependable, and fully prepared before every visit. They are the front line of our service, but behind them is a team of dedicated individuals, ensuring the smooth running of all we do. Interested to learn more, please call our team in Nottingham at 0115 922 6116.