The 24-hour care option provides families the ability to keep a loved one safe, secure, and independent in their own home or wherever home may be. With this care option, the loved one home becomes their personal “assisted living home” where Caregiving Experts provides the caregivers and oversight for care and safety.
“24-hour” Caregiving
With “24-hour” caregiving, there will be two or three caregivers who work 8–12-hour shifts in the care recipient’s home, providing “round the clock” care. This type of live in care is more appropriate for individuals who have higher care needs. With this type of care, sleeping breaks are not provided, unless a family chooses to allow the caregiver to sleep
“Live-in” Caregiving
With “live in” caregiving, there is generally a main caregiver who works between 4 and 5 days each week, providing 24-hour care during this time. The caregiver is given an 8-hour period to sleep at night (with this type of care a bed must be provided). Although his / her sleep may be disrupted to provide care throughout the night. In addition, the caregiver is given a 4-hour break during daytime hours. During this break, another caregiver may or may not cover for the primary caregiver, depending on the care recipient, his / her needs, and the decision of the family. An alternative caregiver works the days the primary caregiver is off.
Caregiving Experts provides a complimentary in-home assessment to assist you determine if this option is right for you. CLICK HERE to request a free consultation, or give us a call, 734.744.5550
