Caring for a loved one can be rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. If caring is starting to affect your health, work or family life, it is important to know that help is available. This guide explains how to get respite care, what options exist and how to fund it. Respite care gives carers […]
Category: Respite and Short-term Care
Explore respite care at home for short-term needs. Support for family carers who need a break, emergency cover, or temporary live-in care solutions.
What Is Respite Care for The Elderly?
Respite care is designed to relieve pressure on family caregivers and provide them with much-needed rest. A respite carer will take care of any responsibilities required while an individual’s full-time carer takes a break, including personal care, companionship and mobility assistance. Assuming the role of family caregiver is a rewarding one, but it also comes […]
Who is respite care best suited for?
Providing care for a loved one can be fulfilling, but it can also be exhausting. Many caregivers face the challenge of balancing personal responsibilities with the demands of caring for someone with physical, cognitive, or emotional needs. This is where respite care can make a significant difference. Respite care provides temporary support, allowing primary caregivers […]
Respite carer responsibilities
Caring for a loved one who needs daily support can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do but it can also be overwhelming at times. Respite care gives family carers the chance to rest, recharge, and look after their own wellbeing while ensuring that their loved one continues to receive safe, high-quality […]
How Long Can Respite Care Last?
Respite care is designed to give carers a break from their usual duties and responsibilities, giving them time to go on holiday, attend to other responsibilities, or engage in self-care activities. Carers and individuals requiring support can determine the length of care required, whether that be a couple of hours a week for companionship and […]
Why is respite care important?
Respite care is a service designed to accommodate caregivers on a temporary basis, allowing them to take a break from supporting an individual who requires dependable care they can trust. It’s incredibly useful for many family carers and individuals requiring care. Not only does it help support carers’ well-being and health, but it can also […]
What is respite care?
While it’s true that caring for a loved one can be rewarding, it can also be incredibly demanding – physically, mentally and emotionally. For this reason, from time to time carers need time to themselves. Time to relax and regroup, away from the care giving environment. This is where respite care comes in. As the […]
Urgent Live-in Care
Providing Support When You Need It Most: Life’s uncertainties can demand immediate attention, especially concerning the care of our loved ones. Whether due to sudden illness, an unexpected accident, or a caregiver’s unavailability, securing urgent care is crucial. However, amidst the chaos, there’s hope with urgent live-in care. At IP Live-In Care, we specialise in […]
Live in Care can Support Older Adults and Their Beloved Pets
What to do with pets when elderly relatives go to a care home. IP Live in Care offers a heartwarming solution that enables elderly couples to remain in the familiarity of their own home, accompanied by their cherished pets. With our compassionate live-in carers, families can ensure their loved ones receive the necessary support while […]
Do You Require Urgent Care?
When You Might Require Urgent Care Life is unpredictable. Sometimes, urgent care is required immediately. Did you know IP Homecare operates a fast-response urgent care service to ensure that a trained, highly experienced live-in carer can be with you within 24 hours if the need arises? Find out more about our emergency home care services […]
Holiday guidance for those with limited mobility or a disability
If you or a loved one suffer from limited mobility or a disability, that shouldn’t mean you have to stay at home. It is a proven fact that seeing, experiencing, and learning new things is good for our physical and mental wellbeing. At Independent People Homecare, we understand holidays can be a little daunting if […]
Care to trial live-in care on a short-term care basis?
Unsure about live-in care? Then why not trial short-term care? Struggling to find help with elderly care at home? Unsure whether a care home is the right option? We know it can be difficult, emotional and challenging time. This is why families can now trial our live-in care service on a short term care basis […]
Respite breaks for Carers
Providing ongoing care for a loved one can certainly be challenging – and, at times, exhausting. If you are responsible for the day-to-day care needs of a dependent relative or friend, the responsibility can sometimes become a little overwhelming. One of the most difficult aspects is that you can feel tied to your commitments 24 […]