This involves support with personal and hygiene tasks such as:
- Showering
- Dressing and undressing
- Grooming
- Food preparation
- Medication or safety monitoring
- Mobility
- Support with aids
- Toileting
- Eating
Personal Care is usually provided once, twice or three times weekly, on weekdays and close to a time frame you choose. Safety requirements such as non-slip surfaces, shower stools and seats, the installation of hand held showers, removal of shower screens and installation of grab rails are discussed and need to be in place before services commence. Shower cubicles are used in preference to baths. Sufficient space to allow for two people to move safely in the bathroom is required. If safety issues need time to be resolved, we can assist with a sponge wash where appropriate.