Live-In Care Services

Live-in care is a flexible form of ongoing home care for seniors experiencing a variety of needs. When you partner with Visiting Angels in Rockwall, TX, we will work with you and your loved one to find an appropriate caregiver and provide you with a supportive, individualized care plan.

What Exactly Is Live-In Care?

Live-in care is distinct from similar programs that our Visiting Angels team also offers. Because there are similar sounding programs, some families that can benefit from live-in care may not even be aware it exists.

With live-in care, a compassionate, dedicated caregiver lives full-time in the home of the individual receiving our services, either as a temporary solution or on a long-term basis. That means a well-matched professional will sleep in the home and be available to provide individualized assistance during the day.

This is different from 24-hour shift care, which requires caregivers to be present in shifts so that someone is awake and available throughout the night. It is also not the same as overnight care, a service for people who only want someone to cover those nighttime hours.

What Kind of Support Can You Expect?

While we do work closely with clients to tailor unique care plans, you can expect a few things from your live-in care provider. For example, the caregiver living in the home will be available to provide wide-ranging assistance throughout the day when they are not on breaks. It can also be a great comfort having someone in the home at night, although this solution is typically better for seniors who sleep through the night and don’t require nighttime assistance.

What else does live-in care provide?

1. Aid with activities of daily living. The caregiver is available to assist with grooming, hygiene, toileting, and other common tasks when you need them.
2. Support with light housekeeping. Other help can take the form of meal preparation, laundry assistance, and someone to retrieve objects that are difficult for the senior to handle.
3. Friendly companionship. Companion care can be an important component for someone who is isolated and can benefit from extra socialization in their life.

Additional Caregivers Can Be Available

Our care team keeps in touch with families to ensure that they and their loved ones are happy with our live-in services. There may be times when additional help is needed, and we can make that happen, no matter the duration or time of day. Sometimes clients use live-in care even if a spouse or other family member may be present in the home. In that case, we are happy to supplement your needs with respite care so that other care providers can take a break and have the afternoon off.

Clients using live-in services may experience a range of needs that require special attention:

• Specialized support such as memory care for someone with Alzheimer's or dementia
• Transitional support for someone recovering from an injury or an extended illness
• Fall prevention and mobility support
• Tailored care for someone with a chronic condition such as Parkinson's or diabetes
• Emotional attention for someone suffering from depression
• Other specialized help

Considerations for the Caregiver in Your Home

Certain amenities and conditions must be present in the home to accommodate an extra person living there. Our care team will speak to you and answer all of your questions if you are interested in this type of service so you know what to expect. Some considerations to provide for a live-in caregiver:

• A private room where they can sleep
• Sufficient space or storage area
• Access to the kitchen and a bathroom
• Requisite breaks to eat and rest

Talk to Visiting Angels About Live-In Care in Rockwall, TX

Having a caregiver live in the home is a big step for anyone, particularly if an older or vulnerable loved one is living alone. We want to make sure you are as informed as possible about what our services entail so that you make the best decision for your family. We encourage families to take their time in exploring options so they are fully comfortable with their decision.

No matter the service, we conduct a thorough assessment of the individual requiring care so that whatever we line up addresses their specific needs and provides peace of mind to the whole family.

Call (214) 703-8123 to find out more, or complete our contact form online and a team member will get back to you to set up a complementary consultation.