DISABILITY SUPPORTWe work with a variety of individuals
24-HOUR LIVE-IN CAREWe offer professional help and support
24-HOUR CALL OUTOur staff can be reached at any time of day
Michael Rgis Care Services provides 24 hour live in care Essex, helping people remain safely and comfortably at home with personalised support. Our service covers Colchester, Chelmsford, Basildon, Southend-on-Sea, Braintree, Brentwood and surrounding areas. Care is planned around individual needs, routines and preferences, offering an alternative to residential care.
What Is 24 Hour Live In Care?
Live-in care involves a carer residing in your home to provide agreed assistance with everyday activities, personal care and companionship. A personalised care plan outlines the support required, helping you maintain familiar surroundings and as much independence as possible.
Although described as 24-hour care, a standard live-in arrangement does not mean one carer works continuously. Appropriate breaks and rest periods must be arranged. If someone requires frequent assistance overnight or a carer who remains awake, additional support or overnight care may be needed.
Who Benefits from Live-in Care in Essex?
Live-in care may suit people who need regular assistance but want to remain in their own homes. Support can be tailored to a range of circumstances, including:
- Older people: Assistance with washing, dressing, meals, mobility and daily routines, alongside companionship.
- People living with dementia: Consistent routines and personalised assistance, with further information available through our dementia care services.
- Adults with disabilities: Support with personal care, everyday activities and independence through our disability care services.
- People returning home from hospital: Practical help during recovery, planned around individual needs and relevant healthcare guidance.
- People with reduced mobility: Assistance with moving around the home and personal care, according to their assessed requirements.
- People experiencing isolation: Regular conversation and companionship to help maintain social connections.
- Family carers: Additional support that can ease the demands on relatives.
- Couples: Where suitable, care arrangements can be explored to help partners remain together at home.
Our live-in care services provide further information about this type of support.
What Does 24 Hour Live In Care Include?
Care is tailored to the individual and agreed in advance. Depending on the care plan, support may include:
- Personal care: Help with washing, dressing, grooming and using the toilet while respecting privacy.
- Meals and drinks: Meal preparation and assistance with everyday food and drink routines.
- Mobility: Support with moving around the home and transfers, following the care plan.
- Medication: Agreed prompts or assistance in line with the care plan and the carer’s responsibilities.
- Household tasks: Light cleaning, laundry and keeping frequently used areas tidy.
- Companionship: Conversation, hobbies and maintaining social connections.
- Appointments: Help with agreed appointments and essential errands.
- Evening routines: Assistance with preparing for bed and agreed overnight needs.
Costs depend on the level of care required and the arrangements agreed. Before starting, ask for a breakdown of fees, included services, additional charges, carer breaks and any overnight provision. Contact Michael Rgis Care Services to confirm the current fees and what your proposed package includes.
Our Carers and Quality Standards
Choosing someone to provide care at home is an important decision. Care should respect personal choices, dignity and privacy, with support based on an individual assessment and documented care plan.
Michael Rgis Care Services is listed on the Care Quality Commission (CQC) register, where you can check its registration details and published inspection information. Our quality assurance information explains the company’s approach to care standards, privacy and complaints.
Before care begins, discuss the carer’s suitability, experience and training, as well as arrangements for breaks and cover. Care plans should also be reviewed when circumstances or support needs change.
How to Arrange 24 Hour Live In Care
Arranging live-in care starts with a conversation about your circumstances and the support required. The process generally involves:
- Initial enquiry: Explain your location, circumstances and care requirements.
- Assessment: Discuss daily routines, personal care, mobility, safety and overnight needs.
- Care plan and costs: Agree the proposed support, fees, accommodation requirements and arrangements for breaks.
- Starting care: Confirm the practical arrangements and start date.
- Ongoing reviews: Discuss any changes in needs and whether the care plan requires adjustment.
Read our care process for further information.
If you are considering 24 hour live in care in Essex for yourself or a loved one, contact Michael Rgis Care Services to discuss your needs and arrange a no-obligation care assessment. Our team can explain the available options and help you consider suitable support at home.
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