Quality Homecare in Felsted
Quality elderly care and support from our friendly and reliable team in Felsted
Quality Homecare Services in Felsted
Right at Home Bishop's Stortford & Braintree provides quality homecare in Felsted. Our office is situated in the nearby town of Great Dunmow, so we are only a short distance away.
Right at Home is a franchise network in the UK where quality is the no.1 priority. Our office is independently owned and managed but we all subscribe to the values and ethos of the Right at Home network. Right at Home is recognised as a top UK homecare provider - in 2023 homecare.co.uk placed us as the third best-rated provider in the UK.
This was even more remarkable because of Right at Home's relative size vs other providers in the top 5: We have at least 11 times the number of offices compared to the others. Our third place was based on Right at Home's average rating of 9.8 on homecare.co.uk.
So what about our office? Of course our no.1 priority is quality and we are highly responsive to our Clients. We are values driven and operate like a large family as we only bring people in who match our values. You can see what our Clients think about us in online reviews. If you’re looking for bespoke homecare in Felsted, or any other part of our territory, we’re happy to help.
Fun Fact: The infamous highwayman Dick Turpin is said to have hidden in Felsted during his criminal activities. The village's historical connections to this notorious figure add a touch of intrigue to its past.
A Short History of Felsted
Felsted is a beautiful and charming village in Essex. It is steeped in history that dates back many centuries. The settlement's name, derived from the Old English "feld" (meaning open land) and "stede" (denoting a place), highlights its ancient origins as an open, inhabitable area. The village has a rich agricultural history, with fertile fields and meadows providing sustenance for its inhabitants.
Felsted is renowned for its prestigious educational institution, one of the UK's oldest public schools, Felsted School. It was founded in 1564, during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, and this historic school has played a significant role in the village's development. The school's architecture, including the beautiful 16th-century school building, adds to the village's charm and historical significance.
St. Mary's Church, a Norman-era church with its stunning architecture, stands as a testament to Felsted's historical and ecclesiastical heritage. The church is pictured in the banner at the top of this page. The village also has well-preserved medieval buildings, including timber-framed cottages and thatched roofs, providing a window into a bygone era.
Throughout its history, Felsted has evolved while preserving its quintessential English feel and character. The village has traditional cottages, a Norman-era church, and a lively local community. Its enduring heritage, coupled with its educational heritage, makes Felsted a captivating destination for those interested in exploring the history of rural England.
Fun Fact: A Flitch Trial is an award of a flitch of bacon to married couples from anywhere in the world, if they can satisfy the Judge and Jury of 6 maidens and 6 bachelors that in 'twelvemonth and a day', they have 'not wisht themselves unmarried again'.
In 1851 a couple from Felsted were refused a flitch trial at the Priory, but obtained a flitch from the people of Great Dunmow who felt that they deserved it.
Our Approach & Our Ethos
We are private client provider that takes time to get to know you and your family when planning the provision of care. We tend to have longer call durations so the team can build up a trusting and lasting relationship with our Clients.
We provide person centred care by tailoring care services to the unique needs and preferences of each individual. We aim to treat every client with respect and dignity, promoting their independence and well-being.
Caregivers employed by us are chosen not only for their skills but also for their compassion and empathy.
We maintain a high standard of professionalism in all aspects of our service. This includes highly trained caregivers, transparent communication and adherence to ethical and legal guidelines.
We are dedicated to delivering excellence in care. We continually seek to improve our services. We have high expectations of ourselves and a key part of our ethos is that we do not provide rushed care. This is why we are consistently rated as one of the best providers in the area. The picture opposite is Liza and Becky with our 2023 Top 20 award from homecare.co.uk
How Does It Work?
At the point where you are confident about going ahead with a care package, we will organise a time for one of the team come and visit you at home and conduct a care assessment. We'll then create a bespoke care plan based on everything we have learned about you.
The start date for the support package could be a couple of days after the assessment, or a couple of weeks, depending on your preference.
We like to get off to a good start and the time invested at the beginning is a part of this. There are often small changes needed over the first few weeks in order that we get things right, and we will work with you and family members to make sure everything is working in the best way possible.
We have regular touchpoints with clients to review the care package. If there is anything you would like to change, we will listen and implement it as soon as possible. We conduct regular in-person assessments of our CareGivers. This process allows us to see first hand the excellent work our trusted team is doing, and gives us the opportunity to recognise it and encourage it further. It also allows us to identify any development areas in order to maintain our high standards.
Our Trusted Homecare Services
Through trust and commitment to being the best, the quality of the care we provide has been industry-recognised, leading us to become the most highly-rated national homecare agency on the UK’s leading review site, www.homecare.co.uk.
Fun Fact: The village hosts a variety of local events and festivals throughout the year, including the Music Festivals and the Felsted 10K run.
Live-In Care Services in Felsted
Right at Home Bishop's Stortford & Braintree can provide you or your loved one with a live-in CareGiver. This is an excellent alternative to residential care and can enable you to stay at home even if you have more advanced care and support needs.
Live-in care can be more cost effective than residential care, especially for couples.
Each live-in care arrangement is different and we try to create a comfortable situation where everybody is happy. So how does it work? Our live-in carer would need their own room and a break during the day. While in the house with you, our live-in carer will follow the same bespoke care plan as we have for all of our clients. We would work with you to find the most appropriate person who can stay for a period of time that suits both yourself and our live-in carer.
Most people do not think too much about care provision until they really need to and it can be overwhelming when trying to work out the best route to take. If you would like to find out more about live-in care, or any of our other services, please do contact our friendly team today at Right at Home Bishop's Stortford & Braintree.
