Elderly care is designed to provide support and services for older adults who require assistance with daily activities due to age-related challenges. Getting older is a natural part of life, but it doesn’t have to be indignified or tough. With Country Cousins, you or your loved one can age with grace, with a qualified live-in carer at their side.
Home care or a care home?
At Country Cousins, we strongly believe that having a carer living in your own home is the best way for older adults to live the life they love. Relocating to a nursing home or residential home can be stressful, which is why we have outlined the primary differences when comparing live-in care vs care homes.
| Live-in Care | Care Home |
|---|---|
| Reside in the comfort of your own home, around familiar comforts | Move to a new and unfamiliar environment |
| Receive care around your current lifestyle and routine | You will have to adjust to a new routine decided by the care home |
| No restriction on when you can see friends and family | There are often set visiting hours to adhere to |
| You have the choice of what to eat and when | Usually there are regulated meal times and a set menu |
| You have the choice of what to eat and when | Usually, there are regulated meal times and a set menu |
| COVID-19 safe with a one-to-one fully vaccinated carer | Exposure to multiple staff, other residents and their visitors |
| A dedicated carer perfectly matched to your needs | Multiple carers working in rotating shifts |
You will be able to determine whether home care or a care home is the best option for you. Many older adults are choosing home care due to the increased independence that comes with it, the ability to remain at home, and compassionate care round-the-clock.
Why Choose Elderly Care from Country Cousins?
We pride ourselves on providing all manner of live-in care services, including short term and long term home care for the elderly, respite care and care for those living with dementia.
We’re constantly evolving to better meet your needs which is why our live-in carers can even accompany you or your loved ones to family functions, organise diaries or take you away for a weekend break.
Our carers aren’t just employees. They can also become a friend as well as a companion, or provide quality home care for those with Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s disease.
So no matter what your requirements are, you can rest assured that each and every live-in carer is appropriately skilled and experienced to fit in effortlessly with your home life and situation.
How We Match Clients to Live-In Carers
When matching elderly clients to potential carers, we consider:
- Your care needs, such as if you need manual handling, complex care or 24/7 support
- Location, where possible, we will always send you a carer local to you
- Interests to share with carers, such as a shared love of cooking, gardening, and pets
- Other requirements, including having a busy social calendar and needing someone who can get you to your appointments on time
We pay attention to the smallest details because they often make the biggest difference.
Talk to Our Team Today
As the UK’s longest-serving introductory live-in care agency, we have been providing compassionate live-in care to those who need it since 1959 – all from the comfort of their own homes.
Give us a call today on 01293 224 706. Our experienced team is on hand to help from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Alternatively, contact us through our online enquiry form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, most elderly clients pay for home care privately, although some may qualify for local authority or NHS funding depending on their circumstances. We’ll always provide a clear quote and help you explore any available funding before care begins.
Absolutely. Live-in carers can assist with daily routines, including washing, dressing and medication reminders, as well as cooking, cleaning and shopping. Their goal is to make everyday life easier, safer and more comfortable.
Home care allows you to stay in the place you love most, your own home, while receiving just the right amount of support. Your carer works around your routine, helping you maintain independence, dignity and a familiar lifestyle.
Yes. Many of our carers have specialist experience supporting people living with dementia, Parkinson’s and other age-related conditions. Each carer is carefully matched to meet your specific health and care needs.
We can often arrange live-in care within 48 hours, depending on your needs and location. Our friendly team will guide you through a simple matching process to find the right carer as soon as possible.
