Live-in care from Independent People 9 Live-in care is a very different experience to residential care, where staff members often work in shift patterns. This means that your loved one does not receive the benefits that come with having one-to-one support provided by a single Carer. Those living in residential care can find that they have little control over the events that happen around them, which means they become easily disoriented and unstimulated, losing any sense of independence. Our Live-in care service is comparable to that of a care home. The difference is, is that you don’t have to sell your belongings or share a Carer with up to twenty other people. You do not have to eat from a limited menu or wait until an upset resident calms down. We don’t want you to experience this kind of institutionalisation, and we therefore ensure that our Carers stimulate you throughout the day and make sure all is well at night. We strongly urge you to consider Live-in care before organising residential placements. If Live-in care is not right for you, it is easy to make the transition to a residential facility. Unfortunately, if you are placed in residential care and find that you are unhappy there, it is harder to move back into your own home and your independence moves further and further away. If you are unsure which option is best for you, please consider Live-in care seriously. Your own home is familiar and has many warm memories. Outings can be made whenever you wish, and you have full choice over what to cook, what to eat, and when mealtimes are. We hear many stories of satisfied customers who really appreciate being able to provide love and support for their family member without the pressures of full-time care giving. Live-in care is often the best solution for people, whether it is a short-term or long-term arrangement. If you feel Live-in care might be the right option for you or your loved one, we would be delighted to speak to you about your situation and to suggest some things that may help. We do not charge for this initial assessment, and will be able to provide more information so that you are able to make the best decision. Live-in Care Compared to Residential Facilities Need to talk about your care needs? Call us free on 0808 274 0699