Personal care in Aviemore
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About personal care
What it usually involves
Help with washing, bathing or showering, dressing, shaving, hair, going to the toilet and continence care, done in a way that protects dignity.
How a self-employed carer can help
They can come at times that suit your loved one rather than a rota, and it's the same person each time, which matters for something this personal. Lifting with equipment such as a hoist needs training, so ask about it.
Questions worth asking
- How much experience do you have with personal care?
- Have you had moving and handling training?
- How do you help someone feel comfortable and in control?
- Are you happy to be shown how Mum likes things done?
- Are you happy to be around pets?
Around Aviemore
Self-employed carers often cover several nearby places. Within 5 miles of Aviemore:
- Inverdruie 1.1 miles
- Granish 1.3 miles
- Boat of Garten 4.9 miles
Days out near Aviemore
Once the morning routine is done, there's time to enjoy the day. A few ideas within 5 miles:
- Strathspey Steam RailwayLocal landmark, 0.2 miles
- Royal British Legion Memorial GardenGarden, 0.4 miles
- Cairngorm BreweryLocal landmark, 0.7 miles
- Craigellachie National Nature ReserveNature reserve, 0.9 miles
- Duke of Gordon's MonumentMonument, 2.6 miles
- Loch an Eilein castleHistoric ruins, 3 miles
- Boat of Garten Community GardenGarden, 4.9 miles
Local help and support
- The Highland Council
Ask the council's adult social care team for a free care needs assessment, or a carer's assessment if you look after someone.
- Age Scotland helpline
A free, confidential helpline for older people, their carers and families in Scotland. Call 0800 12 44 222.
Helpful guides
Questions families ask
What if Mum would prefer a female carer?
That's a completely reasonable thing to ask for. You can choose by gender when you search.
How long does a personal care visit take?
Usually 30 minutes to an hour for a morning or evening routine. Rushing helps no one, so agree enough time.
What does self-declared mean?
The provider has told us, but we haven't seen any documents. It's fine to ask to see certificates or proof of insurance.
Also in Aviemore
Care
- Companionship
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Help after a hospital stay
- Overnight care
- Live-in care
- End of life support
- Meal preparation
- Shopping and errands
- Appointments and outings
- Medication reminders
- Light housework
Cleaning
Personal care nearby
Why I started Carers & Cleaners
When my mum, Jean, was diagnosed with dementia, I found it surprisingly hard to find good local help. In the end we found a wonderful independent carer, and later a cleaner, by word of mouth. I built Carers & Cleaners so other families don't have to rely on luck.
Martin
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