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Private care in South Gloucestershire offers a multitude of advantages over agency care, showcasing exceptional value for money and delivering unmatched consistency.
Traditionally, many families have turned to agency care to accommodate the needs of their loved ones. However, as the landscape of care shifts in response to changing societal needs, the shortcomings of agency care have become a sticking point for many.
In principle, agency care seems to offer a comprehensive solution, but digging beneath the surface unveils an entirely different perspective. A staggering 30-50% of the fees paid by clients directly circulate back into the agency. The prices set by these agencies often appear reasonable on the surface, but the exorbitant cut they retain puts into question where the priorities lie. Are these agencies more focused on the welfare of their clientele, or are they primarily interested in their bottom line?
In addition to the hidden costs, agency care does not provide the flexibility that many families require. The service is overly structured, leaving little room for customisation. While agency carers may excel at carrying out basic tasks explicitly stated on the care plan, those requiring a more personalised service may find themselves frustrated.
Agency care also suffers from unpredictability. Staff turnover can be high, and rotas change frequently, which can result in a revolving door of unfamiliar faces offering care. This lack of consistency can be distressing for the person receiving care. It requires a constant adjustment to new individuals, hindering the development of a trusting relationship between the carer and the care recipient.
It's upon understanding these pitfalls that we can unwrap the manifold advantages that private care offers, particularly through PrimeCarers.
PrimeCarers has transformed the landscape for private care in South Gloucestershire, offering a tailored and personal approach that extends beyond the rigid confines of agency care.
One major advantage that private care through PrimeCarers offers is continuity. You have the final say on who enters your home and provides care, removing the concern of constant change. Sharing one's space with an assigned carer can be a very intimate affair. As such, having the power to choose who you welcome into your personal space provides a significant peace of mind.
Staying comfortable in one's home while receiving care is a cornerstone of PrimeCarers’ approach to private care. There is a sense of psychological comfort that individuals derive from their home - it's a familiar terrain littered with memories and personal effects that help foster a sense of identity and belonging. By delivering care in this environment, PrimeCarers not only fulfills physical care needs, but also nurtures emotional health, creating a holistic care experience.
PrimeCarers offer a service attuned to individual needs, matching carers based on over 80 factors. This results in a relationship built on compatibility and mutual respect. With this meticulous approach, taking into account varying elements like interests, care needs and personality traits, one can always be assured of receiving care from someone who truly understands and aligns with them.
Contrary to the exorbitant agency cuts, PrimeCarers operates on a nominal fee of 12.5% for live-in care and 15-20% for hourly care. This transparent and fair pricing model allows for a maximisation of the care received for every penny spent.
Private care through PrimeCarers particularly shines when it comes to supporting couples in their home. For just £1,218 a week on average, couples can receive the support they need to continue living comfortably and independently together. This service combines mutual support, accommodation costs reduction, the preservation of relationship dynamics, and the assurance that both individuals’ care needs are correctly and adequately met.
At PrimeCarers, we understand that care extends beyond the four walls of a home. That's why our carers are more than happy to accompany those they care for to local attractions around South Gloucestershire. Whether it's a relaxing day at the awe-inspiring Westonbirt Arboretum or a trip back in time at the enchanting Thornbury Castle, South Gloucestershire offers an array of attractions that cater to a broad spectrum of interests. Other notable hotspots include the serene Slimbridge Wetland Centre, the mesmerising Bristol Aerospace Museum, and the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge, making for perfect day trips.
Taking the decision to receive care is a significant one, matched only by the choice of who provides it. Private care through PrimeCarers creates a stress-free, customised, and engaging experience that truly places the needs of the person at its heart. By doing so, it elevates the private care model in South Gloucestershire from being a mere choice to a preference. Choosing PrimeCarers is selecting comfort, consistency, compatibility, affordability, and a wholehearted approach to care.
Whether you are just starting to explore your options for care or are looking to make a change, PrimeCarers can help you navigate your journey and get the care that you deserve. Start off by discovering the approachable and matching service of PrimeCarers and say hello to a future of comfortable and personalised care.
James Bowdler
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