What is Home Care? – Understanding the Types of Care Available and How They Work

🏡 What is Home Care?
At Gifted Hands Home Care, we understand that there’s no place like home—especially when it comes to receiving the care and support you need. Home care allows individuals to receive professional, compassionate support in the comfort and familiarity of their own home, while maintaining independence and dignity.
💡 Understanding Home Care
Home care is a flexible and personalised service designed to assist individuals who may need help with daily living tasks, recovery, long-term conditions, or simply wish to age in place. Care is delivered by trained carers who visit you regularly or stay with you depending on your needs.
🧩 Types of Home Care Services We Offer
- Visiting Care
Also known as domiciliary care, this service involves carers visiting you at home for scheduled appointments—ranging from 30-minute calls to several hours per day.
- What it includes: Personal care (washing, dressing), medication support, meal preparation, mobility assistance, companionship, and more.
- Who it’s for: Ideal for individuals who need help at specific times of day but do not require round-the-clock support.
- Live-in Care
A dedicated carer lives in your home to provide 24-hour support.
- What it includes: Everything in visiting care, plus overnight supervision, emotional support, and peace of mind for families.
- Who it’s for: Best for people with complex needs, frailty, or those who prefer to remain at home instead of moving into residential care.
- Overnight Care
Night-time support provided by a carer who stays through the night, either asleep (sleep-in) or awake (waking nights), depending on your requirements.
- Who it’s for: Individuals who may need help with toileting, medication, reassurance, or assistance during the night.
- Respite Care
Temporary care designed to give family carers a break or support someone recovering from illness or surgery.
- Who it’s for: Perfect for short-term needs or when the regular carer is unavailable.
- Specialist Care
We also offer support for specific health conditions such as:
- Dementia Care
- Palliative and End-of-Life Care
- Stroke and Neurological Conditions
- Physical Disabilities and Long-Term Illnesses
Each plan is carefully tailored to the individual’s needs, preferences, and lifestyle.
🤝 How Home Care Works
- Assessment – We begin with a no-obligation consultation to understand your needs and wishes.
- Care Planning – A personalised support plan is created, outlining the type and frequency of care.
- Care Matching – We match you with a compassionate, trained carer best suited to your needs and personality.
- Ongoing Support – We regularly review and adapt your care to ensure it remains the best fit for you.
💙 Why Choose Home Care?
- Remain in a familiar environment
- Receive one-to-one personalised attention
- Retain independence and control over your routine
- Involve your family and friends in your care journey
- Receive flexible support as your needs evolve
📞 Speak With Us Today
If you’re considering home care for yourself or a loved one, we’re here to help. Our friendly team at Gifted Hands Home Care can guide you through your options and support you every step of the way.
📧 info@giftedhandshomecare.co.uk
📞 01403 458894