Jobs created with launch of new live-in care operation

Due to unprecedented demand and an ever-increasing need for home care, Southport-based Alcedo Care Group has launched a live-in care division.

Offering 24/7 support at home, Alcedo Care’s new service will provide a range of levels, from companionship and emotional support to help with medication, personal care, dementia and more complex care services, with bespoke packages created tailored to suit the needs of every client.

Available for individuals or couples of all ages, clients receive a complete one-to-one care service, with the ultimate aim of helping clients maintain their independence, routines and lifestyle for as long as possible and provide peace of mind for family and loved ones.

The live-in care service also offers short term respite support, covering holidays and trips away as well as hospital discharge convalescence.

Alcedo Care forecasts that this will create more than 40 jobs before the end of the year.

The Group anticipates the demand for live-in care services will be strong for many years to come.

Managing director, Andy Boardman, said: “Now, more than ever, people are carefully considering options other than traditional residential care, the main drivers being concerns over the safety of a shared environment over which they have no control, and a chance to avoid the emotional pain caused by separation from family, loved ones and beloved pets.

“There is a real desire to keep loved ones safe and well at home, which has, without doubt, intensified during the recent pandemic.

“Many families were not able to provide the care required due to lockdown restrictions and we saw a big increase in the number of enquiries for 24/7 care at home.”

He added: “Using the latest technology, the families of our clients benefit from real-time remote access to our care notes, ensuring they are kept fully up-to-date at times convenient to them.”

Established in 2017, Alcedo Care continues to expand at pace, with a 450-strong team of carers run from offices in Southport, Blackpool, Wigan and Preston.