Making the decision that you or a loved one need some help with day-to-day living can be difficult but it is important to remember that there is a variety of support available to you.
For many people, the question of care services at home doesn't arise until, suddenly, there is a need. And most of us think that the stark choice is either living self-sufficiently (without help) in our own familiar surroundings or then 'going into a home'.
Bluebird Care stops all that. It offers a realistic alternative to allow people to stay at home, with familiar friends, relatives and possessions around them. No upheaval, no stress and no trouble. Bluebird Care 'just happens'. Care visits can be from 15 minutes upwards. There is no top limit but, in reality, most of the care visits are something between 30 minutes and one hour long.
Bluebird Care always puts its customers' needs first and prides itself in the 'good old-fashioned service' it delivers. At Bluebird Care it is recognised and understood that its customers are not comfortable with a change in carer. Forming a relationship with the person who visits you is really important and whilst it is impossible to guarantee the same carer person seven days a week, it will always ensure the numbers of different people visiting are kept to an absolute minimum. All care assistants employed are trained in-house and are carefully vetted and monitored which ensures that the staff who are out providing care are always of the highest standard. The office is based in Pierrepont Street but care can be provided throughout all of B&NES. To learn more call 01225 445225 or email bath@bluebirdcare.co.uk.
If you are wondering what to ask for this Christmas, consider peace of mind with Selwood Lifeline.
Selwood Lifeline, a local charity, provides fast access to help at the touch of the button – helping you live independently. This gives peace of mind for you and your family because you know help is available whenever you need it.
As well as the base unit and pendant that connects to an accredited call centre, you may wish to choose add ons to suit you (such as bogus call alarms and fall detectors). You also can opt for a stylish watch that works like a pendant if you want to be discreet.
Selwood Lifeline can install within 24 hours using any landline service provider. While Selwood Lifeline is new to Bath, they have been in Wiltshire for 25 years and 100 per cent of customers say it's good value for money.
To book a free no-obligation demonstration, please call Selwood Lifeline on 01225 715 715 or visit www.selwoodlifeline.co.uk.
Butterfly Home Help's reputation for providing a high quality service to the residents of Bath and the surrounding areas continues to grow and this is largely due to the experience and dedication of all of its care workers and staff.
Butterfly Home Help is a family-run organisation whose ethos is based on a genuine desire to drive up the standards of home care and improve the lives of those that they assist.
In order to do this, Butterfly Home Help provides its clients with regular staff who are reliable, punctual and trained in a variety of aspects of care work which includes caring for people with dementia and other health issues. The friendly, family attitude of Butterfly ensures that all their clients receive personal attention and support from both their daily carers and senior staff.
Butterfly also understand that it is not just physical needs that need to be met in order for clients to maintain their quality of life which is why staff are available to take individuals out for social reasons such as a meal out with friends or a trip to the theatre for example.
Help can range from a weekly visit for cleaning, shopping, laundry, ironing and bed making to multiple daily visits seven days a week. Butterfly staff are available 365 days a year if required. Help can be arranged for short term periods of time to assist with rehabilitation following a stay in hospital and Butterfly can also stand in for family and friends who wish to take a break or go on holiday and do not want to leave a loved one without support.
If you would like to discuss any aspects of Butterfly's services, without obligation, or are interested in a rewarding career, then please contact the Care Manager, Mrs Tracy Usher or the Office Manager, Miss Sam Wright on 01225 835888.
The decision to move into residential care can be difficult, both for the person concerned and their family.
The philosophy at BCVS Homes is that care should be of the highest standards, but unobtrusive; the main concern is quality of life.
They will look after residents in a caring and sympathetic way; to ensure privacy and dignity are respected and to encourage active independence for as long as possible.
It is recognised that families and friends play an important role in the lives of residents. They are welcome to visit at any reasonable time.
There is a small charge to help towards cost and all guests only need give at least one day's notice so the meal they choose from the varied menu is available and can be prepared on the day by the experienced cooks. The experienced staff receive ongoing training to ensure they continue to meet our residents' needs and both homes have the Loop System for the hard of hearing.
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