Long-term live-in care is designed to provide not only personal, health or medical support but also to promote freedom, empowerment, and choice for individuals with complex health needs.

By receiving care in their own homes, individuals can maintain a sense of independence and control over their lives, despite needing extensive care.

1. Freedom

  • Living at home allows people to enjoy the freedom of familiar surroundings, routines, and a personalised environment. Unlike residential, specialised nursing or care homes, live-in care enables them to maintain their own lifestyle, set their daily schedules, and live without the restrictive policies of a residential, nursing or care home.
  • It also gives the freedom to remain close to family, friends, pets, and local communities or continue working or education fostering a sense of normalcy and continuity in their lives by having a Personal Assistant on hand to assist with the required tasks.

2. Empowerment

  • Long-term complex care puts individuals in charge of their own lives, which promotes empowerment. By working closely with Personal Assistants, individuals can make decisions about how their care or support is delivered, adapting it to their preferences and needs.
  • This approach encourages a partnership between the Personal Assistant and the individual, enabling the person receiving care or support to retain a sense of self-determination. Care is provided with the individual, not just to them.
  • Through tailored care plans, individuals can pursue hobbies, social activities, and routines that are meaningful to them, boosting their sense of dignity and well-being.

3. Choice

  • The option of live-in care itself represents a choice — the ability to stay at home rather than move into a residential, specialised nursing or care home. This offers a higher level of personal control, allowing individuals to decide the pace and structure of their daily lives, from what they eat to when they engage in activities.
  • Care plans can be adjusted over time, reflecting the changing needs and desires of the individual. This flexibility ensures that they remain in control of their care and lifestyle as much as possible.

In Summary

Long-term live-in care supports freedom, by allowing individuals to live in their own home, continue working or education; empowerment, by giving them control over their care decisions; and choice, by offering personalised care that respects their preferences and dignity. It is about creating a life where even those with complex health or medical needs can live with autonomy and purpose.