Domiciliary Care for the Home

Bringing in a care agency for your loved one so they can continue their independence living at home, could be one of the best things you can do for them. When a family member can no longer do all the basic tasks required on a daily basis, they do need help and the family don’t always have the time to be there every day.

But that’s ok and is why private domiciliary agencies provide access to care assistants, providing from 30 minutes to round-the-clock livein care. Oswestry based Bluebird Care, has some critical advice for families who are watching over a family member who is maybe not as agile as they once were.

Director of Care, Claire Flavell explained to us, “There are some important things to consider that help prevent falls in the home and to stay safe:

Health: eating and drinking well throughout the day is important for health, but also when taking medication.

Movement: where possible, try and encourage your family member to exercise. This could be something simple like balance classes but if they are not capable, just keeping moving is going to help. A GP can also advise best types of exercise.

Equipment: moving safely is key. Adaptions make the home safer and daily tasks easier.

Remove hazards: don’t leave things on the floor, they can be forgotten and potentially tripped over. Clean up spillages quickly.

Medication: don’t forget the possible side effects of medication. They can increase the risk of falls.

Bluebird Care provides cover across Shropshire including Oswestry, Shrewsbury, Church Stretton and now Telford, having recently opened an office there. Live-in services are available across the county.

Get the first week free

Bluebird Care Oswestry are offering the first week of care free (worth £1,350), for NEW customers who sign up to 4 weeks of care. That’s 4 weeks for the price of 3.

“If you are interested in a new care package, speak to our Care Supervisor who will discuss you or a family member’s individual needs and try the first week free care package for yourselves. We are pleased to offer our full range of care services under this offer,” said Claire.

Bluebird Care have chosen Severn Hospice as their chosen charity to support. Claire said, “The work of the hospice is closely linked to what we do and like all charities, it needs to raise an awful lot of money each year to provide its services to the people of Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. We want to support that.”

The CQC recently rated the business as outstanding, which means they offer the best in care.

But don’t take our word for it…

“I have been with this care provider for a few years now. I could not imagine changing to another company. They have lovely and caring staff.” –Janet (Client)

“The carers have all been cheerful and polite and very willing to carry out various tasks. Also, extremely helpful in taking me both to the hospital and local surgery.” – Ian (Client)

“At Bluebird I realised care isn’t just about providing necessities, it’s about giving people choices, independence, companionship and person-centred care rather than just being taskbased. That is what is important and why I work at Bluebird Care.” – Francesca

If you are interested in a rewarding career working with people, contact Bluebird Oswestry for more information.

For more information about Bluebird Care’s services, visit www.bluebirdcare.co.uk/oswestry call 01691 749128 or email oswestry@bluebirdcare.co.uk.

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