Goldfinch Care Agency

General information

Why live in care?

When people get to the stage of life where they start to need either some assistance with day to day living, or just feel vulnerable living alone, remaining in their own home whenever possible is most people’s first preference.

By staying in your own home you are able to keep around you much that is of meaning and value – such as pets, your garden, your friends, hobbies and interests. You also retain most control over your own life and how you pass your time.

By bringing the care to you we will enable you to continue to enjoy your lifestyle, while assisting you in all the areas you are no longer able to manage.

Why us?

We are a small agency who offer bespoke person centred care. As well as providing care to a high professional standard, we appreciate the emotional issues involved in having live in care.

Clients are often in a situation where they know they need help, but are reluctant to surrender their privacy and autonomy. We
are sensitive to these issues, and ensure the carers we place can not only carry out tasks, but interact with the clients in a way that they feel comfortable with. We continuously review the situation to ensure clients and their families are happy
with both the care they are receiving and the approach and personality of the carer.

How we help

When you contact us, we will discuss your situation and answer any questions you might have. If you are interested in taking matters forward, we will arrange to visit your home to determine the type of care you require. (A process known formally as ‘carrying out an assessment’). We would then e-mail or write to you with a proposal, and usually include a profile of the carer we would initially place with you.

Our Carers

Goldfinch carers are meticulously screened, reference checked, interviewed, trained and supervised in accordance with CQC strict vetting regulations. Most of our carers are of a mature age who have raised families of their own, so in addition to having professional training, they have the necessary compassion and life skills for caring. Goldfinch Carers are supervised and trained to perform household duties, personal care, specialist elderly live in care including working with dementia, physical disabilities and palliative situations.

Quality Assurance

Goldfinch care assures you peace of mind in the knowledge that our professional ways of working, carefully recruited and trained carers will provide a high standard of care. We value our Service User’s choice and preference and aim to promote their independence.

Benefits of Live in Care:

• One to One Care in your own home allows you the comfort of all that is familiar and dear to you.
• Continuity – friendship and trust is formed and routines can be established.
• Professional support and supervision by Agency staff provides peace of
mind to family and loved ones who cannot always be there.
• Costs are comparative with that of Residential care.

Cost of Care

• Costs vary according to the level of care necessary.
• No hidden costs.