It takes a lot of courage to welcome a stranger into your home. We know they must be someone you and your family can rely on. That’s why we go to great lengths to make sure all our carers meet our high standards.
If you choose us, you can rest assured that you will be assigned a carer who is qualified for the position.
Our live-in companion carers are not only fully qualified, but also widely experienced. They benefit from our expert training, as well as continuous refresher training – keeping their skills up to date with industry best practices.
Of course, they will have been thoroughly vetted, interviewed, and had an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
They’ll always arrive on time, welcome you with a nice smile – and remain courteous and helpful throughout.
Your live-in carer – or as we call them, companion carer – looks after your loved one’s wellbeing, by helping them with their household and personal care tasks.
We can help with light household tasks such as tidying, laundry, and keeping your home clean and comfortable.
Our carers can provide sensitive support with dressing, helping you feel comfortable, confident, and ready for the day.
We offer discreet assistance with personal hygiene routines, always respecting your privacy, dignity, and preferences.
We’ll prepare meals you enjoy, taking into account your dietary requirements, routines, and personal tastes.
We can remind you when it’s time to take your medication, helping you stay on track with your prescribed routine.
We offer friendly, reassuring companionship, whether that’s sharing a chat, enjoying a cup of tea together, or providing a comforting presence at home.
Every one of our carers is held to a very high standard. They are thoroughly vetted, evaluated and interviewed in person. Plus, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will have run an enhanced check on them.
Just as importantly, they’re all lovely, thoughtful individuals. They know how priceless punctuality and a friendly smile are – and you can rely on them to be courteous and helpful at all times. We always ask ourselves one simple question, “Would I trust this person to care for my mother?” And if the answer isn’t “Yes”, you won’t meet them.
We’ll check their background to make sure that you can put your trust in them.
They’ll be put to the test to check they make the proper judgments at critical moments.
We’ll interview them to find out if they have the kind of loving, polite demeanour that will bring joy to others’ lives.
Nightingales Live-In Care will offer you some profiles of carers who meet your needs. The client and all loved ones will next meet with the live-in carer in an informal setting. Depending on where the carer is located, this may be accomplished through the use of technology; nonetheless, we are eager to present you with a variety of carer alternatives.
Carers would be able to live in a spare room. This would put them in a position to help the loved one anytime they needed it.
Yes, we will assist our clients in making themselves at ease in their own houses.
If possible, we will give you a number of carers to choose from, each with a full profile that will allow you to select your preferences.
In a casual situation, the client and all loved ones will meet with the live-in carer. This may be accomplished through the use of technology, depending on where the carer is located; nonetheless, we are eager to give you a choice of carer options.
Carers typically stay for three to four weeks before taking a break. We’ll arrange for a secondary carer to take over during their absence. This normally lasts between one and two weeks.
We can reply swiftly whether your loved one is being discharged from the hospital or your family’s circumstances have altered suddenly. We’ll be able to provide care within 48 hours of your call, no matter where you are in the country.
It does, however, normally take a little longer. Arranging care isn’t something you’ll want to rush unless it’s an emergency. We’ll collaborate with you to ensure that we get it properly.
Yes. Unlike some Introductory Agencies, we are regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Find out more about our CQC rating.
If you’d like to discuss your needs or ask us questions about our service, we can come to you home for a free assessment. Just give us a call on 0800 612 9132 or complete the form below.
To find out more about funding, call Nightingales Live-In Care on 0800 612 9132. Advice from our friendly, experienced team is completely free – whether you end up choosing us or not.
