Home > Live in Care
Waldwick Live-In Care: what is it
Live in care is continuous, all around the board, all around-the-clock kind of care. Safely age in place at home
while all of your daily living activities are cared for.
What is live-in care?
Share this page:
The duties of a Live in home caregiver often involve tasks such as housekeeping (washing dishes, cleaning the home, doing laundry, making beds and so on). They are also able to help prepare meals as well as provide personal care (bathing, dressing) with dignity.
About Live in care
Are live in care and 24-hour care the same?
What’s included in live in care?
Creating a Care Plan
How to arrange live in care
Live in care FAQs
Lets remember, Waldwick live-in care helps you remain in your own home while receiving support with day to day activities. Beyond physical assistance your live-in caregiver also provides companionship and emotional support, while helping you get through the day.
Live-in care is the best option for care if you require regular support for certain conditions but do not need continuous care.
Advice
Do you have first-hand experience with live-in Care & 24 Hour Home Care?
Learn about the difference between these two essential care services.
Are live in care and 24-hour care the same?
No they are not. Two very different services, all with the same goal, to provide you care.
Live in care is one caregiver who live in the home with you full time.
24 hour care: is typically 2-3 caregivers per day, on either an eight hour or twelve hour shift.
lized services.
You receive assistance with your daily activities like ADLs and support with your mobility needs with both services.
What's included in Waldwick live-in care
Your comprehensive live-in care services are always fully tailored to meet your specific needs.
Here are some of the ways you receive live-in care support at home:
-
Discreet assistance with personal care such as bathing, toileting, and dressing, ensuring your comfort and dignity are maintained.
-
live in carers engage in companionship activities like watching TV together, playing games, attending clubs, or simply enjoying a friendly chat over tea.
-
from light housekeeping to managing household chores, your carer ensures your living space is always clean.
-
Meals prep for breakfast, lunch, dinner & everything in between, according to your preferences and dietary needs.
-
on time medication reminders to ensure you never miss a dose.
-
Safety Supervision: is a crucial role in maintaining a secure environment for seniors who require continuous monitoring and support. Live in carers provide oversight, ensuring safety around the clock, while assisting with mobility, managing health conditions, & offering immediate help in emergencies.
Creating a Care Plan:
-
schedules for tasks,
-
health monitoring protocols,
-
emergency contacts, and
-
instructions for handling medical equipment
Your RN evaluates your safety, medical, and social needs comprehensively. Thereafter, she creates a home care plan that outlines the necessary service hours, specific duties, and days of care that best address your unique requirements.
This plan of care is regularly reviewed and adjusted to ensure that it remains relevant and aligned with the person's evolving health goals and needs.
Faq
Starting home care involves three simple but essential steps to ensure you receive the best possible support:
-
Care nurse consultation: Discuss your needs, preferences, and expectations
-
Care plan: Collaborate with caregivers and healthcare professionals to create your detailed care plan
-
Caregiver match: We match you with compatible caregivers based on skills and personality.