Assisting Hands – Dana Point

Live-In Care

Reliable Live-In Home Care for Your Aging Loved One

As our senior loved ones age, it becomes important to ensure they receive the best possible care and support. Live-in care, an increasingly popular option for elder care, offers many benefits, including an extensive level of care and support without leaving the comfort of home. Another popular option is 24-hour care, which includes around-the-clock supervision. However, it’s vital to understand the differences between live-in care and 24-hour Home Care to choose the best one for your loved one.

The Benefits of Live-In Care

One major benefit of live-in care is personalization. Caregivers remain with the client continuously for several days at a time. As a result, they get to know the clients’ needs and preferences on a deeper level, providing assistance with daily activities such as bathing, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Live-in care also enables seniors to continue living in a familiar environment, offering greater comfort, stability, and peace of mind.

Select the Care You Need

Personal Care

Our tailored personal care is designed to assist seniors with hygiene, incontinence care, mobility support, and much more.

Homemaking

Homemaking services help seniors take care of the practical aspects of daily life, allowing them to enjoy clean, organized, and comfortable homes.

Companionship

Personalized companion care for seniors fosters meaningful relationships and provides a comforting presence that alleviates loneliness.

Respite Care

Respite care offers temporary relief to family caregivers to prevent burnout while ensuring high-quality care for their senior loved ones.

Select the Care You Need

Personal Care

Our tailored personal care is designed to assist seniors with hygiene, incontinence care, mobility support, and much more.

Homemaking

Homemaking services help seniors take care of the practical aspects of daily life, allowing them to enjoy clean, organized, and comfortable homes.

Companionship

Personalized companion care for seniors fosters meaningful relationships and provides a comforting presence that alleviates loneliness.

Respite Care

Respite care offers temporary relief to family caregivers to prevent burnout while ensuring high-quality care for their senior loved ones.

Live-In Care vs. 24-Hour Home Care

Live-in care and 24-hour home care may seem similar, but there are a few key differences to consider. While live-in care involves a caregiver who remains (lives) with the care recipient and offers assistance, the caregiver doesn’t work around the clock. Live-in caregivers often work for a set number of hours and are allowed time off to rest and attend to personal matters. 24-hour home care, on the other hand, provides nonstop supervision and assistance, typically to someone who has a medical condition requiring constant attention or is recovering from surgery or illness.

Choosing the Right Type of Home Care

While live-in care can provide comfort while saving costs, it may not be sufficient for those needing 24-hour care. In this case, 24-hour home care is necessary to ensure seniors receive the support they need whenever they need it. When it comes to in-home care, choosing the right option can make all the difference. Consider the benefits of live in care for personalized support, but be aware of the differences between live-in care and 24-hour home care when determining what’s best for your loved one’s specific needs. At Assisting Hands® Dana Point, we offer both options. Let us help you make the right decision in selecting the type of home care that’s right for you.