Starting a conversation around care can be a daunting task…….
If you are required to find care for a loved one, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help and even approaching the topic with the person needing support can be tough.
Oftentimes, people are reactive when seeking care services and typically enquire about home care providers when their loved ones have suffered a fall or can no longer cope themselves as family caregivers. Family members, friends or Powers of Attorney then attempt to put support in place urgently – often without really knowing what the wishes of the individual concerned really are.
There are an estimated 5 million plus people providing unpaid care in the UK. A recent survey* of 2000 participants by Home Instead UK, revealed that of those providing care, a majority 88 percent neglect their own health and wellbeing as a result, with 65 percent struggling with their mental health and sadly, over 30 percent feeling that they are at breaking point.
The results of the survey, conducted by Savanta*, are hugely insightful, and compound the need for a new momentum to help those in need. Click HERE to view the full results.
Those needing care may be resistant, scared, or perhaps offended at the suggestion that they need support. However, with a delicate and reasoned approach, what often emerges is the fact that preparing for the unforeseen, and knowing that there is a plan in place, ultimately gives huge peace of mind to all concerned.
It’s important to perform thorough due diligence via trusted sources such as homecare.co.uk or the CQC when thinking about proceeding with a home care provider to support your loved ones needs. Identifying options and perhaps setting up companionship support initially can typically ease a person into the idea of ‘care’, whilst feeling independent and in control of their daily lives. If and when needs change, the home care provider can then react quickly to changing schedules not least as a relationship has already been forged with the client and their loved ones.
Home Instead Sutton Coldfield are confident they can provide the perfect plan for all concerned with quality relationship-led consistent care being at the forefront. With a range of options – including Personal Care, Dementia Care and Live-In Care for individuals, and couples too – we aim to provide truly tailor-made care. We are here to help.
If you would like to talk to a member of our team regarding your own needs and wishes, or those of a loved one or private client, please don’t hesitate to give us a call on 0121 323 4200 or visit homeinstead.co.uk/sutton-coldfield HERE.
*https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/home-instead-survey-uncovers-family-caregiving-crisis/