Life can be overwhelming at times, and it’s important to recognise when you need support. For our carers, who often face emotional challenges due to the nature of their role, the additional impact on their mental health can mean extra support is needed. At Oxford Aunts (OA), we’re dedicated to creating a healthy and supportive work environment to help you manage and maintain your mental wellbeing. Here’s how we can support you, by taking care of everything, we offer 24/7 emergency support so you will never feel you are on your own. If you start to notice a change in your emotional well-being or are feeling overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’ve created multiple ways for you to connect
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Becoming a live-in carer is a commitment that involves more than just meeting physical needs – it requires compassion, dedication, and a range of skills to provide compassionate and effective care. If you’re considering a role as a live-in carer with Oxford Aunts (OA), here are our top tips to help you excel and make a meaningful difference in your client’s life. 1. Cultivate strong communication skills Effective communication is at the heart of exceptional care. As a live-in carer, you’ll need to interact with your client, their family, and other healthcare professionals regularly. This means not only conveying information clearly but also actively listening and understanding the needs and preferences of those you care for. Clear and compassionate dialogue:
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If you are considering live-in care for the first time, you may have questions such as “what do carers do?” and “is a live-in carer right for me?”. Here we provide guidance on what you can expect from a live-in carer so that you and your family can make an informed decision. What is live-in care? Live-in care is when a professional and fully-trained carer moves into your home with you to provide you with the one-to-one support you need to continue living independently. The care provided will be tailored to your specific needs to ensure you can continue living happily and safely in the comfort of your own home. This dedicated care can be provided to an individual or
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An advocate is someone who can provide valuable assistance in navigating the complex landscape of health and social care. By listening to your concerns and providing information, advocates empower people to make informed decisions and ensure their interests are best represented. Here we explore what it means to be an advocate and how they can help you or someone you care for. What is advocacy? Advocacy is a free service provided to people who require extra support in navigating the complex world of health and social care. Advocates are independent, meaning they do not work for the council, the NHS or care providers. Instead, their role is to provide people with the support they need to make informed decisions about
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When providing care to vulnerable people, there is nothing more important than treating them with respect and dignity. Dignity is recognising the value of each person as an individual and treating them with empathy, compassion and respect at all times. At Oxford Aunts, dignity and respect are at the heart of our live-in care services. Since 1967, we have proudly cared for thousands of people enabling them to stay safely and happily in the comfort of their own homes whilst receiving the care they need. The care we provide is person-centred and highly personalised to ensure our clients can live well in any way they wish. Our compassionate and experienced carers are focused on providing care that promotes choice and independence
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Arthritis is one of the leading causes of pain and disability worldwide, especially for older adults. In the UK, millions of people have arthritis or other similar conditions that cause swelling and pain in the joints. Everyone experiences arthritis pain and symptoms differently depending on their own family history, lifestyle factors and the type of arthritis they have. Here we will answer important questions such as, “what is arthritis pain like?” so that you know the signs and symptoms to look out for when caring for a loved one or managing your own condition. What is arthritis? Arthritis is a common condition that causes swelling and tenderness in a joint. The most common symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness which
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