Home Care Services in Coventry

Since 1999, Advanced Care has provided industry-leading, quality home care services in Coventry.

We’re passionate about providing our service users and their loved ones with only the best possible care. Our trained support workers can provide a variety of tailor-made services to support the service user and their individual needs.

We can build quality, individually tailored care packages suited to your needs. Our home care services enable users to live independently in their own home, with a little helping hand. Our trained care assistants can provide a variety of services, including:

Personal Care Services in Coventry

We’re proud to be one of Coventry’s leading personal care providers, carrying over 20 years of experience.

Our personal care services include, but are not limited to:

General mobility assistance, including transfers and bed position
Washing, including bathing and showering
Support for the toilet and use of the commode
Morning and evening routine, including getting up and going to bed
Assistance with incontinence, changing continence pads and cleaning intimate areas

Depending on the needs, we can deliver various personal care options. Furthermore, we can also advise on the most appropriate services for the care receiver. So get in touch to learn more about our Coventry personal care services.

Adult Social Care Services in Coventry

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We provide comprehensive training to enable our social care workers to build their knowledge and expertise.

The social care services we provide are essential for people who are able and independent but require a little assistance with everyday tasks.

Our social care services include, but are not limited to:

Scheduling appointments, including doctor appointments and other health care visits
Monitoring and assistance with administering medication
Prompting and reminding the care receiver of daily tasks
Providing friendly company, listening and engaging with the care receiver in everyday conversation

Learn more about our adult social care services.

Palliative Care Services in Coventry (End-of-Life Care)

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Our carers are equipped with the experience they need to deliver compassionate physical, emotional and practical support to our Service Users who are struggling with terminal illnesses. Palliative care aims to improve the Service Users quality of life by reducing stress, alleviating pain, and relieving symptoms.

We can create a flexible plan for you, tailored to the Service Users’ wants and needs. So whether you only require a handful of visits per day or full-time assistance, our trained carers can help. Learn more about our palliative care services.

Respite Care Services in Coventry

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At Advanced Care, we understand that to give the finest care to your loved ones, you must also take care of yourself. You can’t pour from an empty cup. Therefore, it is beneficial to set aside time to rest and refresh. Our respite care services provide caregivers with temporary relief from caregiving, allowing them to take a break.

When it comes to respite care, our Service Users can choose from:

Short-term care package – This service is available on-demand and reflects the level of support required. If the primary caregiver wants to take a short break, our carers will provide temporary care in their place. For example, if the caregiver wants to take a brief vacation, our carers can provide temporary care in their stead.
Long-term regular visits – This service enables the caregiver to take more frequent breaks to rest and recharge frequently. The support may entail a single “pop-in” visit to check all is okay or several visits throughout the day with adequate support workers to meet more complex needs.

Learn more about our respite care services.

Get in Touch

At Advanced Care, we are a passionate home care provider in Coventry.

Do you want to work as a carer at Advanced Care? Browse our vacancies today.

Do you want to learn more about the home care services we provide across Coventry or would like to make use of it? Please call us on 024 7623 4567 or contact us via our website.

Frequently-Asked-Questions About Home Care

1. What is the difference between residential and home care?

There’s one fundamental difference between residential care and home care. Unlike residential care, home will allow your loved one to remain in their own home whilst receiving the care, companionship and reassurance they need. That care could range from help around the house to medication and mobility support.

Of course, it all depends on the needs of your loved one.

However, you should also note that home care can take place outside the home too. For example, in some home care agencies, carers can even accompany your loved one when they visit family and friends or when they go on holiday.

2. How do I find the right home care agency for my loved one?

Consider what care your loved one needs

Narrow your search by primarily focusing on the care services that your loved one requires. Furthermore, when searching for home care services, ask yourself these questions:

How often will your loved one need help?
What will they need help with? – perhaps, grocery shopping, meal preparation/medication, skincare etc
What is your budget?

All across Coventry, there are many different home care providers, supplying various services. Once you narrow your search, it’s easier to find the one that’s right for you.

Research to educate yourself

Consult your GP and local authority’s social care team for advice on finding a suitable local home care provider for your loved one.

Alternatively, there are lots of free online resources out there that can help you in your search.

For example, on the Coventry City Council website, there is a lot of helpful information to help you on your care journey.

Verify the credibility of the care agency provider

Before working with any home care provider, be sure to research their level of standard. If you’re in the UK, you can review reports and ratings of home care providers on the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) website.

CQC uses four different ratings to assess a home care provider’s level of standard. These ratings are:

Outstanding
Good
Requires Improvement
Inadequate

Additionally, awards received, accreditations and specialist credentials can give you a good idea of a provider’s credibility.

Contact a shortlist of home care agencies

If you find a home care agency you’re interested in, arrange to meet with their staff. A meeting will help you to gauge whether or not the agency is the right fit for you.

What do you want to know? The team? Ask all the questions you’re curious about.

To help you, we put together a list of questions you might want to ask –

What training does the staff undertake?
Are the carers qualified to deal with specialist conditions – e.g. mobility issues or dementia
What 24/7 care support does the agency offer?
How are the staff screened – e.g. DBS checks
What qualifications do the carers have?

3. How do I prepare my loved one for home care?

For many families, broaching the subject of home care can be difficult. If your loved one is fiercely independent, it can be even harder to persuade them to accept the idea of home care. Additionally, even more challenges can arise if they don’t believe they need the extra support in the first place. So it goes without saying, preparing your loved one for home care is not always easy. That’s why when approaching home care, you must have an open and transparent conversation, where your loved one feels free to share their perspective and concerns.

When the time arrives to have this conversation, make sure to remind your loved one that it’s a two-way discussion. It’s also important to let them know that you only want what’s best for them because you care about their wellbeing but that any care or support will ultimately be their decision.

Choose the right time and place

It’s essential to choose the right time to have your conversation. Try and find a time in the day when your loved one is more likely to be cooperative. Selecting the right time will allow you and your loved one to have a good discussion, where you can both express your viewpoints without feeling rushed for time.

Know what you’re going to say beforehand

You don’t want to force your opinions on your loved one, as this can create a barrier in your communication before you even start. However, if you notice that your loved one is suddenly finding it harder to carry out tasks that they could usually manage, gently ask them how they are coping in that area.

Below are some examples of good conversation starters to help you ease into discussing home care with your loved one:

Your loved one is struggling to keep themselves or the house clean

“I have some extra money, Mum. I’d love to have someone visit a few times a week and help you around the house with the bigger cleaning jobs like changing the sheets and vacuuming. It would make me feel good to treat you. What do you say?”

Your loved one is becoming frailer as they recover from an illness

“I worry about your safety now that you’re living alone, Dad. I know someone who can help us make the house safer for you to get around and stay independent. Is it ok if I invite her over to talk with us? It would put my mind at ease.”

Your loved one fell/is struggling with mobility

“I worry about you falling and hurting yourself again. I know someone who can give us tips on making your home safer and prevent falls. Can I set up an appointment for her to come over and chat with us?”

4. How much does home care cost?

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