Laundry and cleaning support
Regular laundry and home care cleaning support from trusted, friendly Care Professionals to ease the burden of home maintenance and chores so you can focus on enjoying life.
What is laundry and cleaning support?
Laundry and cleaning support helps older adults manage housekeeping and chores when mobility or health issues make this challenging. Weekly assistance can take recurring tasks off your plate, reduce stress, and ensure your favourite clothes are always ready to wear, giving you more time to spend with loved ones and take part in enjoyable pastimes. Our Care Professionals endeavour to do things just the way you like. Laundry and cleaning support might involve tasks like:
- Changing bedding and other linens
- Hand washing delicates
- Separating colours
- Drying clothes on the line or in a tumble dryer
- Ironing so you always have tidy clothing choices
- Folding or hanging all laundry in its rightful place
- Sending off items for dry cleaning (if needed)
Why is laundry and cleaning support helpful for older adults?
Research has identified the importance of clothing in older adults’ identities; having freshly laundered clothes to wear can uplift their mood and encourage activity and socialising.As mobility and health issues impact an older person’s abilities over time, managing the cycle of weekly chores and home maintenance can become more challenging, causing an ongoing source of stress which can lead to symptoms like digestive issues, sleep disturbances and social withdrawal. The cause of stress–including laundry build-up–can often be addressed with regular laundry and cleaning support from a Care Professional. Through this service, older people can have a much-needed rest from chores while enjoying companionship and maintaining their independence.
Do I need laundry and cleaning support?
If you regularly become exhausted or overwhelmed dealing with laundry-related tasks, or you have health conditions or mobility issues already causing weekly chores to feel more tiring and frustrating, then you could benefit from laundry and cleaning support that is flexible to fit your needs. This means you can decide which tasks you need help with, and which ones, if any, you would like to continue to manage on your own.Many health conditions can begin to impact the consistency of tasks like laundry, such as dementia and other cognitive impairments that affect organisation skills. Whether you have a condition such as this, or you simply want to ease the burden of housework to make life easier, our Care Professionals can support you.
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Knowing that mum has caring and genuine people to help take care of her gives me peace of mind and mum looks forward to seeing the Care Professionals. Thank you for making such a big difference to both of our lives.Rebecca, Client's Family
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How to get started arranging laundry and cleaning support
Laundry and light-touch support with home tasks is a great way to get started with home care, even if you do not yet have more intense care needs. Delegating laundry can ease your weekly workload, providing more rest and introducing the concept of regular home help.
Our experienced Care Professionals are matched to complement your personality and interests, ensuring you always feel comfortable. They take time to find out how you like things done and respect your preferences, providing a welcome dose of companionship alongside any other home care you need.
Our helpful team can discuss the combination of services that could make a difference to your life, starting with laundry and cleaning support if this is your most pressing need.
Why Home Instead?
Our friendly Care Professionals go the extra mile to make sure your home is clean and your clothes are laundered just the way you like them to be. From your hand-knitted jumpers to the items gifted to you by loved ones, everything is treated with the utmost respect, and you can be as involved in the process as you like.
We are proudly rated 9.6 on Homecare.co.uk, with many of our locations also rated “outstanding” by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We can provide a combination of services alongside domestic care, so whatever your needs are – from personal care to specialist medical care– our Care Professionals can help.
FAQs
What tasks are included in laundry and cleaning support?
Laundry and cleaning support typically covers a range of tasks tailored to your needs. This may include washing, drying, folding, and ironing clothes, as well as general household cleaning duties like vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and tidying up. The goal is to help you maintain a fresh, clean, and comfortable home environment.
Can the services be adjusted to suit my specific needs?
Yes, absolutely. Services can be customised around your preferences. Whether you need help with particular tasks, such as changing bed linen or help cleaning certain rooms, the support can be adapted to meet your requirements. Just let us know what you need, and we’ll create a plan that works for you.
Who provides the laundry and cleaning support, and are they trustworthy?
The services are provided by trained and vetted Care Professionals. We ensure that all staff have undergone background checks and are experienced in assisting elderly individuals. You can feel confident knowing your home and belongings are treated with care and respect.
How frequently can I receive laundry and cleaning support?
This depends on your preferences and needs. Support can be scheduled as a one-off service, weekly, bi-weekly, or even daily, depending on what suits your lifestyle. Flexibility is a key part of our service, so you’ll have the freedom to arrange a schedule that works best for you.
What if I’m concerned about letting someone into my home?
It’s natural to feel concerned, especially if this is new to you. We work to match you with a professional who respects your privacy and builds a positive, trusting relationship with you. You will also meet or speak with the Care Professional supporting you beforehand to ensure you’re comfortable with them.
Diane WIlliams , Head of Quality & Standards
Before joining Home Instead, I built a comprehensive career in the social care sector, beginning in 1991 as a frontline care worker and advancing to senior leadership roles across both private and voluntary sector businesses.
Throughout my career, I have supported diverse care groups in a variety of settings, including community, residential, nursing, and secure environments. My experience spans working with older adults, including those living with dementia; individuals with physical disabilities and complex, long-term health needs; people with learning disabilities, including autism; individuals with enduring mental health challenges; individuals with current or past substance use and those with forensic backgrounds.
In 2002, I qualified as a social worker and have since maintained my professional registration with Social Work England.