Live-in care in Watford
Needing extra help at home shouldn’t mean giving up your independence. That’s why our Watford home care services are built around you and the things you want to do. When you choose Novus Care, we work with you to create a tailored care plan focused on your goals, lifestyle and unique health needs. It’s all about making sure you can stay safe, comfortable and independent without leaving the home you love.
With live-in care, you’ll share your home with a highly trained carer who’s always ready to step in and help where needed. Don’t need 24-hour care? In Watford, we also offer visiting care, respite care and overnight care, as well as specialised care for complex and long-term health conditions.
Whichever type of care you choose, we’ll pair you with an expert carer who shares your interests and knows what level of support suits you. And because we take your safety very seriously, all our carers go through strict checks (including DBS checks) before they’re allowed to start work.
What will my live-in carer do?
Your live-in carer can provide as much or as little support as you need. If you have a complex or long-term health condition, they can help you manage it by assisting with medication, catheters and personal care. If you have problems with mobility, they can help you stay safe, stay mobile and get out and about. And if you just need a helping hand at home, they can step in to assist with light housework, gardening or meal preparation.
Here’s a list of some of the tasks your carer can help with:
• Light housework (e.g. cooking, vacuuming, gardening)
• Running errands (e.g. going to the shops, taking you to appointments)
• Health care (e.g. catheter management, administering medication)
• Companionship care (e.g. sharing hobbies, stopping for a cuppa)
• Personal care (e.g. washing, grooming, toileting)
• Complex care (long-term support for complex health conditions)
Why choose our care agency in Watford?
Because at Novus Care, we care. Choose our Watford home care services and you’ll be supported by a professional care management team that works hard to maintain high standards. This means:
• A rigorous carer recruitment, selection and training programme
• Regular refresher training for all our carers
• A professional care management team on hand 24/7 to support carers and clients
• Regular spot-checks to make sure standards remain high
• Regular reviews with families so we can adjust your care to suit your changing needs
Our home care services in Watford
Whether you’re looking for around-the-clock elderly care in Watford or a bit of home help from time to time, we’re ready to support you. Our services range from visiting care to 24/7 live-in care.
Types of home care we provide in Watford
Not sure which type of care best suits your circumstances? Let’s talk about it. Contact our team and we’ll explain your options so you can make an informed choice.
Condition-led care in Watford
As a trusted Watford care agency, we provide one-to-one care for local residents with a wide range of health conditions. That includes:
How much does Watford live-in care cost?
Our live-in care services start from £1090 for a single person (or from £1550 for a couple). This table shows what you can expect to pay for different types of care.
| Single Person | Starts from £1090 per week |
| Couple | Starts from £1550 per week |
| Respite Care (minimum of 2 weeks) | Starts from £1220 per week |
| Complex Care | Starts from £1400 per week |
<h3>Care services for people leaving hospital</h3>
Sometimes, people need extra support to recover after hospital treatment. This kind of support is called after-hospital care or hospital discharge care. We provide after-hospital care for patients in the following local hospitals:
• Barnet Hospital
• Bishops Wood Hospital, Northwood
• Harefield Hospital
• Hemel Hempstead Hospital
• Mount Vernon Hospital, Northwood
• Northwick Park Hospital, Harrow
• Priory Hospital Hemel Hempstead
• Spire Bushey Hospital, Watford
• St Albans City Hospital
• Watford General Hospital
More support options for home care in Watford
Do you have questions about arranging respite care in Watford? Are you looking for help to fund your care? We’re here to help with your day-to-day care needs – but we know you might need extra support or advice from time to time. These local organisations should be able to help.
Hertfordshire County Council: if you have questions about funding care, it’s worth speaking with the local county council. They can talk you through your options and let you know if you’re eligible for financial help. It’s best to get in touch online.
Age UK Hertfordshire (tel: 0300 345 3446): Age UK Hertfordshire offers advice on a wide range of topics and provides local services for older people. That includes befriending schemes, dementia support and digital skills training.
Citizens Advice Watford (tel: 0800 144 8848): if you have an issue or question about benefits, health or paying for care, Citizens Advice can help. You can contact the charity by phone or visit its Watford branch in person.
Memory Support Hertfordshire (tel: 0300 131 3946): this is a helpline that provides information and advice for people living with dementia and their families. It’s available from 9 am to 5 pm on weekdays.
Carers in Hertfordshire (tel: 01992 58 69 69): do you need advice about respite care in Watford – or help coping as an unpaid carer? This local charity offers advice, information and support to unpaid carers throughout Hertfordshire.
Watford Mencap (tel: 01923 713620): Watford Mencap is the local branch of the UK’s leading learning disability charity. It works with people with learning disabilities and their families in Watford, Hertsmere and Three Rivers.
SPACE Hertfordshire (tel: 01920 452270): this organisation provides advice and guidance for parents and carers of children who are neurodivergent. You can call its helpline or book a face-to-face appointment in St Albans.
Watford live-in care FAQs
What health conditions can your carers support?
As a trusted local care agency, we provide specialised stroke, cancer and dementia care in Watford. We also support people with life-changing injuries (such as spinal injuries) and learning disabilities. See a full list of medical conditions we support at home.
What if I’m allocated a carer who I don’t get on with?
When you choose Novus Care, we carefully match you with a carer who shares your interests and your outlook on life. However, in the unlikely event that you don’t get on with them, we’ll organise a change of carer.
When do carers take breaks?
Your carer must take 14 hours of breaks each week. It’s up to them when they take these breaks. Some choose a couple of short daily breaks, while others take a few afternoons off each week.
Who will cover these breaks?
If you need a replacement carer to step in while your usual carer takes a short break, we can provide one at an additional cost. A family member or friend can cover these breaks instead if you prefer.
How long will my carer stay with me?
Your usual carer will live with you for around three to six weeks at a time. They’ll then take a break of one or two weeks. We’ll send a replacement carer to cover these breaks.
Arranging home care in Watford – how it works
Ready to take the next step to get the support you need? Whether you want to trial live-in care or have a few questions, we’re ready to help. Contact our team today on 01923 708904 to speak to our friendly team about homecare in Watford. Or email us on: [email protected]. and we’ll start putting together a tailored care plan just for you.
Arrange home care for a loved one
We understand choosing to have care delivered in your own home can be a daunting task and that’s why we are here to guide you through the process, every step of the way.
Care you can trust
We are committed to investing in systems, training and procedures to ensure that we are able to deliver a superior level of service which is timely and reliable.
In addition to first class carers we have a strong home care management team in place which is dedicated to ensuring that all of our clients and their families are happy with the service being provided.
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