Making the decision to ask for help is never easy. We understand that, and we’re here to make the transition as smooth as possible.
Care and Quality
A Care Plan as unique as you are
We’re here for as much or as little time as you need, providing support that helps you maintain your independence. Our services are flexible and can include help with:
- Personal Care: Assistance with personal hygiene, including safely getting in and out of the bath or bed.
- Household Tasks: Support with daily chores like housework, shopping, and managing medication.
- Companionship: From a couple of hours a week to daily support, we offer a friendly ear and companionship to ensure you never have to feel alone.
Growing older doesn’t mean you have to cope on your own. We’re here to lend a hand and offer a sympathetic ear, making your later years as comfortable and fulfilling as possible.
What’s included in our Elderly Care?
Your dignity and comfort are our top priorities. Our carers are professionally trained to provide discreet, sensitive support, ensuring all your personal needs are met with respect and care.
Personal care
Your personal care is our priority. We’ll support you with your daily routines, from morning to night, ensuring you feel fresh and comfortable. Whether you need a hand with bathing and showering, or help with personal tasks like shaving, applying lotions, or brushing your teeth, we’ll be there to assist you with dignity and care.
Assistance with dressing
We believe that feeling good starts with looking good. Our compassionate carers can help with all aspects of dressing, from buttoning shirts and tying laces to picking out the perfect outfit. And when the day is done, we’ll be there to help you into your pyjamas, so you can get a good night’s rest.
Bed Routine
You decide on the schedule. Our carers will be there to help you safely in and out of bed, and they’ll have your favourite morning drink waiting for you when you’re ready to start your day. Rest assured, our team is qualified to assist with mobility issues and is fully trained to use equipment such as hoists and stand aids, so you’re always in safe hands.
Assistance with meals
Mealtime should be a joy, not a chore. Our carers are here to help you plan, prepare, and serve the meals you love. With full training in food hygiene, our team can help you with grocery shopping, putting items away, and even heating up food. Our goal is to ensure you can continue to eat well, safely, and with pleasure.
Assistance with medication
Managing medication can be a worry, but we’re here to help. Your carer will make sure your prescribed medicines are taken at the correct times and can also assist with ordering and collecting your prescriptions. For any injections or complex medical procedures, we’ll coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure you receive the specialised care you need.
Continence care
We understand that personal hygiene can be a sensitive matter, and our carers are trained to provide discreet and respectful assistance. You’ll receive dignified support with your personal care needs, including changing catheter bags, stoma bags, and incontinence pads. We can also help you get to and from the toilet and provide continence support whenever it’s needed.
Household assistance
We understand that your home is your sanctuary. If you’re finding it difficult to keep up with household chores, our carers are here to help your house feel like home again. Our support goes beyond cleaning and dusting, and we can assist with a wide range of tasks to make your life easier.
This can include:
- General Housekeeping: Support with cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, and washing up.
- Laundry and Ironing: Help with laundry, from washing and drying to ironing and putting clothes away.
- Shopping: Support with food and clothes shopping.
- Arranging Appointments: We can also help you arrange and manage appointments, ensuring you stay on top of your schedule.
Our goal is to help you maintain a clean and comfortable living space, so you can focus on the things you enjoy.
Companionship
Our companionship service is for anyone who feels lonely, isolated, or simply wants some company. We believe no one should have to feel alone, and our friendly carers are here to offer support whenever you need it.
We can accompany you on day trips or visits to the shops, providing a helping hand and a friendly face while you’re out and about. We also offer companionship in your own home, where we can sit with you, play games, or simply have a chat or listen if that’s what you’d like. Our goal is to enrich your life and ensure you always have someone there to talk to.
Palliative Care
Our palliative care service is here to provide you and your loved ones with compassionate, emotional, and physical support during the final days of life. We understand the importance of sensitivity and empathy at this time, and our specialist carers are extensively trained to ensure a peaceful and comfortable experience. Our goal is to make these final days as dignified and comfortable as possible for everyone involved.
How We Care
Unity Health Care Solutions provide different levels of care, based on need.
What is Hourly Care?
We offer flexible hourly care with personalised visits lasting from as little as 30 minutes. Our compassionate team is here to assist with daily tasks, helping you maintain your independence at home.
Our Hourly Care includes:
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Medication administration
- Housework
- Shopping
- Meal preparation
- Companionship (both at home and within the community)
The length of the visits can be tailored to your needs and can be as little or as long as you need.
What are the benefits of Hourly Care?
Hourly care provides a perfect balance of daily assistance and personal independence, empowering you to live life as usual.
- Maintaining your independence
- One-to-one care
- Staying in your local community
- Flexibility
- Affordable alternative to residential care
What to Expect from Your Carer?
When you welcome one of our carers into your home, you can expect professionalism, discretion, and a genuine warmth and compassion. We are committed to a high standard of care, which is why we only hire individuals we would feel comfortable entrusting with our own loved ones—that’s our promise to you.
Every member of our care team undergoes a comprehensive DBS (criminal record) check and accredited in-house training. Once a carer is assigned, we actively monitor the quality of their service by maintaining regular contact with you, your loved ones, and our carers. This ensures the support you receive is consistently meeting your needs.
Our carers work in line with your personal daily routine, empowering you to continue living your life the way you want it.
What is Overnight Care?
For individuals who require assistance or reassurance during the night, our overnight home care provides a helping hand. This service is perfect for those with physical disabilities or dementia, offering support with mobility and preventing feelings of isolation for a more secure and comfortable night’s sleep.
Our Overnight Care includes:
- Assistance with dressing and undressing
- Toilet support
- Medication support and administration
- Assistance with positional changes
We are committed to providing affordable, high-quality overnight care for adults with disabilities in Hexham and the surrounding areas. Our services are flexible, with both an ‘Awake’ and ‘Asleep’ option, to ensure you get the exact level of support you need throughout the night.
Awake and Asleep Care
Awake Care
An ‘Awake’ carer will be fully awake and alert throughout the night, ready to provide immediate assistance and support whenever you need it. This option is ideal for individuals who may require frequent supervision, especially those living with dementia, at high risk of falls, or who are generally frail.
Asleep Care
With Asleep Care, a dedicated carer will sleep during the night and assist you when you wake up and call for them. This service is a perfect fit for those who do not require constant supervision but may need occasional help, such as support with bathroom visits or medication administration.
Overnight Respite Care
Our Overnight Respite Care is a valuable solution that offers family carers a much-needed break. We provide temporary relief by ensuring your loved one receives high-quality overnight care in a safe and supportive environment. Whether you choose an Awake or Asleep carer, knowing that assistance is readily available will provide peace of mind and contribute to a better night’s sleep for everyone.
What is Live-in Care?
Live-in care provides round-the-clock support and companionship, with a dedicated carer living in the client’s home. Our home care services are available to anyone over 18 with physical or mental health needs and can be fully customised to adapt to changing circumstances.
Our Live-in Care includes:
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Assistance with dressing and undressing
- Medication support and administration
- Housework
- Shopping
- Meal preparation
- Companionship (both at home and within the community)
The benefits of Live-in Care?
- Support to maintain the independence
- One-to-one Care
- Remaining in your familiar community
- Flexibility of the support
We offer comprehensive live-in care that empowers individuals with various health conditions, from dementia and Alzheimer’s to Parkinson’s and terminal illness, to live comfortably at home. Our caregivers provide dedicated, around-the-clock support and companionship, allowing you to maintain your quality of life in a familiar environment.
Discover the peace of mind our live-in care services provide. Contact us today to learn about your options and receive the support you need.
Ready to explore your care options? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation home care assessment.
Our experienced team is just a phone call or email away, ready to discuss your unique needs and how we can help you achieve your personal goals. Once you’re comfortable with our personalised care plan, we’ll introduce you to a compassionate and competent caregiver matched specifically to you, ensuring person-centred support.
