Quality Homecare in Saffron Walden

We provide personalised support to help you maintain your independence at home

Right at Home Bishop's Stortford & Braintree is proud to provide exceptional homecare in Saffron Walden and the surrounding areas. We provide a discreet, quality homecare service, tailored to individual Clients' needs and wishes.

To provide care that truly makes a difference, we continually ask ourselves numerous questions:

  • What is important to our Clients?
  • How can we help them maintain a better quality of life?
  • How can we brighten your day?

At Right at Home, we are committed to delivering thoughtful and unrushed care, whether it be companionship services, personal care, night support, or any other type of assistance. Our approach ensures that we make the most of our time with you, working at a comfortable pace to get to know our Clients and build meaningful relationships.

We prioritise effective communication among our team members, Clients, and their families. This fosters trust and allows us to consistently deliver high-quality care. Our team is trained to recognise changing needs and any other concerns, promptly reporting them to the office so we can respond swiftly and appropriately.

Whether you’re looking for homecare in Bishop’s Stortford & Braintree or in the many surrounding areas we cover, we’re more than happy to help you live a more independent and joy-filled life. Get in touch if you’d like to know more!

Fun Fact: The town of Saffron Walden was first called 'Walden' and then 'Chipping Walden' until ~1500 when the saffron crocus was grown extensively in the area and the saffron trade was at its peak.

Our CareGivers in Saffron Walden

At Right at Home Bishop's Stortford & Braintree, we pride ourselves on offering caring and reliable CareGivers exactly when you need them.

Our dedicated team is fully DBS-checked and has undergone industry-leading training to ensure the highest quality of care. Each CareGiver is a valued member of our close-knit team, committed to delivering exceptional service.

Whether you need support with daily tasks or more specialised care, our CareGivers are here to help, providing peace of mind and compassionate assistance tailored to your needs.

We also employ local CareGivers, who our Clients will get a chance to meet before their care begins. Whether you get acquainted face-to-face, on video call, or over the phone, we believe it is crucial that you are familiar with your CareGiver.

More importantly, we want our CareGiver to be familiar with your local community values, as well as share some of the same hobbies and interests. Our careful selection process often leads to a more enriching relationship between Clients and CareGivers, which lends itself to better quality care.

client and caregiver walking dog in garden

"We have been delighted by the service provided by the ‘lovely ladies’ from Right at Home. They are all so kind, caring, compassionate and professional. They provide my mother with daily support -- it is good to know that she has a friendly face to talk to every morning. They help her with all sorts of things from taking her to pick up her prescriptions to helping her decorate her Christmas tree. She would be lost without them!"

Julie B | Daughter of Client

Right at Home Bishop’s Stortford & Braintree: Your Choice for Live-in Care in Saffron Walden

Right at Home Bishop's Stortford & Braintree offers live-in care as an alternative to residential care. Live-in care allows you to stay in your home, even if you need advanced levels of care or support. It can also be a cost-effective option, especially for couples.

Live-in care is increasingly popular because many people prefer to stay at home rather than move into a residential care home. To make a live-in care package feasible, you will need a spare room for the live-in CareGiver. The CareGiver will stay with you at home and follow a bespoke Support Plan, which we create with you.

The CareGiver requires a two-hour break each day for rest. Everything else, such as food arrangements and length of stay, is relatively flexible.

The CareGiver usually works for a total of 10 hours every day. The CareGiver's length of stay depends on the individual circumstances and preferences of each Client. We always work to a timetable and create conditions that our Clients are comfortable with.

Regarding food, our CareGiver typically assists with meal preparation and dines with our clients. However, we'll be guided by our clients to ensure it works on their terms. We strive to accommodate our clients’ specific preferences.

Live-in care is popular because it allows you to remain in familiar surroundings and avoids the upheaval of moving into residential care. You can stay with your treasured memories and belongings, focusing on activities you enjoy, whether it’s watching your favourite TV shows, pottering around the garden, or welcoming family and friends into your home. Your CareGiver is there to assist as much or as little as you need.

Clients often develop a special bond with their CareGiver, who becomes just as much of a companion as they are a carer. Live-in care also enables Clients to continue enjoying the company of their beloved pets, which can have a positive effect on their mental well-being.

If you would like some guidance on how you may benefit from our live-in care service in Saffron Walden, contact Right at Home Bishop's Stortford & Braintree today. We will be happy to spend time with you over the phone to see whether continuous support is right for you.

Why Choose Right at Home Bishop’s Stortford & Braintree?

Visit Times Decided by You

We offer specific times for all our support calls, chosen by our Clients - there is no waiting around wondering if your breakfast visit will be at 7 am or 11 am!

This is because we understand that our Clients want to live their life according to their schedule, not ours. As a company that prides itself on a person-centred approach to compassionate support, we are here to enable you to enjoy your day exactly how you want.

By providing a clear schedule, we aim to be a reliable homecare provider that gives Clients the final say on how and when they receive our assistance.

Over 30 Five-Star Reviews

We always go above and beyond for our Clients, doing whatever we can to make a positive impact in their lives and brighten their day.

Our dedication to this level of care is reflected in our Client reviews on homecare.co.uk.

As of July 2024, we have over 30 five-star reviews, giving us a perfect score. Whether our Clients require personal care to help with washing and eating, or just a friendly face to keep them company, we are so proud to receive such fantastic feedback.

Personalised Client Support Plans

Homecare looks different for every Client. When you access our care service, you will receive a personalised Client Support Plan based around your individual needs and requirements.

We work with our Clients to ensure they are completely satisfied with our Support Plans. In addition, we regularly monitor and assess your care schedule to ensure you’re getting the care you want and need. If our Clients are unhappy with something and wish to change an aspect of their support, we’ll be more than happy to accommodate you.

Fun Fact: A market has been held here since 1141, and market days are now Tuesdays and Saturdays. We recommend the fish market in particular!

How Does Requesting Homecare Work?

When you reach out to Right at Home for homecare services, our dedicated team takes the time to understand the specific type of support you need. Once you’re ready to proceed with a care package, we will schedule an in-home assessment with a senior team member. During this two-hour visit, we will gather detailed information about your needs and preferences to create a personalised care and support plan tailored just for you.

Flexible Start Dates

We work with you to establish a start date for your care services, which could be as soon as a few days after the assessment or a few weeks, depending on your preferences. Our goal is to ensure a smooth transition, investing time in the initial stages to set up a care plan that works perfectly for you. We are committed to making any necessary adjustments quickly during the first few weeks to ensure everything meets your expectations.

Our Commitment to Quality Care

At Right at Home Bishop's Stortford and Braintree, we conduct regular in-person assessments of our CareGivers. This quality control process allows us to observe the excellent work our team is doing, provide recognition, and ensure consistently high standards of care. It also helps us identify areas for improvement, ensuring we continuously meet and exceed your expectations.

What Do Our Clients Enjoy Doing in Saffron Walden?

There are many activities to enjoy for our Clients in Saffron Walden. These activities are easy to access and suitable for all abilities.

Visit the Saffron Walden Market

The market in Saffron Walden is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays. It is located in the Market Square. You can find fresh produce, baked goods, and various stalls. It is a good place to walk around when our Clients fancy getting out and about in the local community

Stroll in Bridge End Garden

Bridge End Garden is a beautiful place to visit – and also free to enter. The garden has paths that are easy to walk on, making it a hit with some of our gardening-enthusiast Clients.

Explore the Fry Art Gallery & Saffron Walden Museum

Elsewhere, the Fry Art Gallery showcases local art. It is open from April to October. The gallery is accessible and has many interesting exhibits.

Visiting the gallery is a great way for our Clients to engage with local culture. Similarly, the Saffron Walden Museum, located on Museum Street, has many exhibits that show the history of the area. The museum is also wheelchair accessible.

Enjoy a Coffee at a Local Cafe

Saffron Walden has many cafes for when our Clients just want to get out of the house and enjoy a bite to eat or a spot of retail therapy. Our CareGivers are more than happy to accompany Clients on shopping excursions, stopping for a pot of tea and a slice of cake along the way.

Meet Our Team

My team and I are passionate about improving the quality of life for our Clients and enabling them to live safely and happily in their own homes. That's why we recruit and train CareGivers with a genuine passion for helping people in our local community. Our preferred visits are a minimum of one hour, so time can be given to provide quality care that isn't rushed, with an ethos that is driven by positive outcomes rather than simply by need.

Christopher Neal, Managing Director of Right at Home Bishop's Stortford & Braintree

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