Why have care support and cleaning services?
Many people don’t realise that by paying for care support, you won’t need to pay extra for cleaning services. When our carers support our clients, they also clean and carry out household chores. This can save you and your family a lot of money in the long run, which you can then use towards essential living costs.
Instead of employing a cleaner, a professional care agency will clean your home for a similar cost. Nearly all our clients have included a cleaning visit in their package, which includes laundry and ironing. Many cleaners will only do dusting, vacuuming and floor washing, and only a few also offer ironing services.
Care is not just care
Home care is a very important service, but it doesn’t just stop with personal care. It also covers a vast range of different activities, including housework and cleaning. One of the benefits of using a care agency to assist with household chores is the fact you can build up trust. Over time, you or your loved one will develop a relationship with your carer, so they get to know your likes, dislikes and preferences.
Asides from general housecleaning, certain chores can quickly build up when someone becomes frail or loses their mobility. The physical action of loading and unloading a washing machine, as well as hanging clothing up to dry can take its toll. If someone is recovering from an accident or an illness, they may not have enough strength to manage their laundry.
Other care activities
Care support comes in many different forms. Many people don’t realise that dog walking also comes under the realm of a care agency. Companionship is important for older people who live alone. Our carers can visit daily to walk your canine companion, and can even accompany you to a vet appointment, if necessary.
Carers can take you to the supermarket and help you with your shopping. They can then help you prepare and cook healthy meals. They can also accompany you to the hairdressers or the beauty salon. Care workers can take you to medical appointments and collect your medication, as well as booking new appointments.
Asides from practical activities, carers can take you to fun community groups, such as fitness classes or arts and crafts. They can accompany you to church, temple or a faith-related event, as well as just taking you out for a coffee and a chat.
Our carers are trained to respond to any situation they find, giving you or your family full peace of mind. You can rest assured they will always act with your loved one’s best interests at heart.
Always check to see whether your care worker has been fully trained, and they have a current DBS. At Promedica24, we have a robust recruitment process for carers, which includes DBS checks, and this ensures your loved one always receives quality care.
Promedica24 provides a flexible hourly home care service in Blaby and Lutterworth, South Leicestershire.
For more details, please email Lisa Colver: L.Colver@promedica24.co.uk
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