Explore our Range of Services
Personal Care
It is paramount to allow vulnerable individuals to remain in their familiar home surroundings, surrounded by their cherished comforts. Nevertheless, we recognise that embracing personal care can often be challenging. Our specially trained and trusted care workers, who pride themselves on their discretion and professionalism, are here to help.
Thanks to our detailed care plans, they know precisely how each service user likes to maintain their routines.Our care workers are dedicated to supporting Clients to whatever level is necessary. They are flexible, ready to provide full physical support or wait outside the room when needed.
Sometimes, just knowing that someone is always available can help vulnerable and older people live independently, knowing that their needs will always be met.
What's involved in personal care?
We can support you or your loved one with personal care which consists of:
- Bathing and showering
- Bed baths
- Personal grooming
- Assistance with dressing and choosing clothing
Live-in Care
Live-In Care is a well-established, full-time at-home service that allows you and your loved one to remain in familiar, comfortable surroundings with unmatched one-to-one support.
We provide a personalised care plan to help you achieve the best results at home. The care worker assigned to you is carefully chosen to match your unique needs and requirements, ensuring continuity of care.
Our live-in care service is not age-dependent and is designed for those who need more intensive support. We can even create tailored care plans for couples. As an experienced, regulated care provider, we are proud to utilise our expertise to deliver consistent live-in care.
Our live-in care, services include;
- Preparing and cooking meals.
- Companionship, friendship, and emotional support.
- Pet care, including walks and feeding.
- Mobility support, including assisted movement around the house, changing positions in bed, and hoisted transfers.
- Administering and managing medication.
- Assistance with personal care, including washing, dressing and grooming.
- Continence care, including assistance in the bathroom, as well as catheter and stoma care.
- Support with days out, shopping, attending appointments and events.
Palliative Care
Palliative care is a multidisciplinary approach that aims to enhance the well-being of service users and their families facing challenges linked to life-threatening illnesses.
This form of care emphasises alleviating symptoms, pain, and the emotional burden of a severe ailment, providing a supportive framework that prioritises the comfort and engagement of the individual receiving palliative care until their passing.Our palliative care services are designed to meet the comprehensive needs of each individual, offering a compassionate and respectful environment.
We work closely with families and other healthcare providers to create a cohesive care plan that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that service users experience the highest quality of life possible, maintaining dignity and respect throughout their journey.
By offering continuous support and open communication, we strive to ease the challenges individuals and their loved ones face during this difficult time.
How we deliver palliative care?
Our dedicated team of carers, alongside palliative care experts, collaborates with hospices, support groups, continuing healthcare teams, and district nurses to ensure your loved one lives comfortably and with dignity during their final months. With a carer who fully understands what matters most, you can be confident that someone who respects and comprehends your loved one’s experiences will always be there to help them.
We provide up to 24 hours of care, which allows you to bring your loved one’s home and be confident that skilled and compassionate care workers will provide professional care and support.
Respite Care
Respite care offers temporary relief for primary carers, allowing them to take time off. This service can be scheduled to cover a permanent carer's absence or provide additional support as needed. Respite care can be arranged for one-time or regular visits, ensuring peace of mind.
Respite care is flexible and can be customised to meet the specific needs of each individual and their family. It can range from a few hours a day to several days or weeks, depending on the level of support required. This type of care benefits the primary care worker by providing them with much-needed rest and rejuvenation. It offers the care recipient a change of routine and the opportunity to interact with new care worker. By entrusting respite care to our dedicated professionals, you can be assured of high-quality, compassionate care that prioritises the well-being of the care worker and the person receiving care.
Our respite care services can give care worker relief from the emotional and physical demands of caring for a friend or family member and provide an opportunity to participate in community activities.
How respite care works
By spending time with the service user and their family in their home setting, we prioritise their Comfort and familiarity. This approach allows us to observe and learn their day-to-day routines, ensuring that our care is seamlessly integrated into their lives.
Our respite care is a collaborative effort. We work with the Client and their family to create a care plan that reflects their preferences and typical routines, ensuring that our services closely match their usual care and support.
We also arrange, in advance, what level of communication the Client’s family would like during our time with them. This can include regular phone calls, video conferences, or written updates. This is to ensure that they are kept well-informed and reassured. Our respite care services should always allow friends and family to relax, knowing their loved one is in safe hands.
Dementia Care
Dementia care is the specialised support and assistance provided to individuals affected by dementia. Dementia is a general term that encompasses a range of cognitive disorders characterised by memory loss, impaired reasoning, personality changes, and a decline in the ability to perform daily activities. It's important to be aware that while Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, there are several other types, each with its unique characteristics and challenges.
Dementia care involves creating a safe and supportive environment that caters to the specific needs of those affected. This includes personalised care plans that address the physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects of dementia. Care workers are trained to manage behavioral changes, provide engaging activities that stimulate the mind, and offer emotional support to both the individuals and their families. Additionally, dementia care often involves coordinating with healthcare professionals to manage medical needs and ensure a holistic approach to care. By focusing on maintaining dignity and enhancing the quality of life, dementia care aims to provide comfort and stability in the face of this challenging condition.
How do we provide dementia care?
We provide compassion, empathy and a high level of expertise in memory care. We understand the importance of providing treatment that focuses on the whole client through detection, continuous assessment and a high level of support that preserves a Client’s lifestyle and daily routine.
Companionship Care
Many people we support want company and conversation, whether they live alone and cannot see their family and friends as often as they would like or if they are recently bereaved and are finding it hard to adjust. Loneliness can seriously affect a person's health, and Franchesca Care aims to prevent loneliness through companionship care.
Companionship care goes beyond merely providing company; it plays a crucial role in enhancing the overall well-being of individuals, particularly older people. Regular social interaction through companionship care can significantly improve mental health by reducing feelings of depression and anxiety. Engaging in conversations, shared activities, and simply spending time together can stimulate cognitive functions and keep the mind active.
Physically, having a companion can encourage individuals to stay active through gentle exercises, walks, or participating in hobbies and interests. Physical activity can improve overall health, mobility, and robust immune systems. Additionally, companions can assist with daily tasks, ensuring the person is safe and well-cared for.
In summary, companionship care is a multifaceted approach that addresses individuals' mental, physical, and emotional needs, promoting a higher quality of life and preventing the adverse effects of loneliness and isolation.
What do our companion care services include?
Social interaction in the community
Support with using public transport and escorting on journeys
Food preparation
- Social interaction in the community
- Support with using public transport and escorting on journeys
- Food preparation
- Help with everyday tasks, like shopping for food or clothes
- Light housekeeping
- Being there as a friend to listen and talk to
