Personal Care at Home
Personal Care at Home
Respectful, private support with washing, dressing and daily routines, so you or your loved one can start and end each day feeling comfortable and confident at home.
Photo: Verona Home Care carer helping an older woman put on her cardigan during a morning personal care visit at home
Dignified Help With Everyday Routines
Personal care is support with the everyday tasks that keep us clean, comfortable and ready for the day. For many people, accepting help with these tasks is a big step, so we take time to understand how you like things done and we always protect your privacy.
Our carers follow your routine, not ours. Whether you need a hand getting up in the morning, help with a shower or support getting ready for bed, care is planned around what matters to you.
Photo: Home carer supporting an older man with shaving and grooming in his bathroom in South Yorkshire
Who Personal Care Can Help
- Older adults who find washing or dressing more difficult
- People living with a physical disability or long-term condition
- Anyone recovering after an illness, fall or hospital stay
- People living with dementia who need gentle prompting
- Families who want reassurance that a loved one is safe and well cared for
How We Support You
Washing and bathing
Help with strip washes, showers or baths, at your pace and with your privacy respected.
Dressing and grooming
Choosing clothes, dressing, hair care, shaving and oral hygiene.
Getting up and going to bed
Morning and evening routines that help the day start and end well.
Continence support
Discreet, respectful help with toileting and continence products.
Moving around safely
Support with mobility in the home as agreed in your care plan.
Meals and drinks
Making sure you have something to eat and drink during visits.
What Is Included and What Is Not
Included
- Washing, bathing and showering support
- Dressing, grooming and oral care
- Toileting and continence support
- Help getting up and going to bed
- Agreed mobility support in the home
Not included
- Nursing tasks or clinical procedures
- Live-in care
- Overnight care
How Your Care Is Planned
We start by listening. We will ask how you like your routine, what you can do for yourself and where a little help would make the biggest difference. Your care plan records your preferences, so every carer knows how you like things done.
How to Arrange CarePhoto: Carer listening to an older woman describe her daily routine while planning personal care at home
- 1
Talk to us
Tell us what is happening and what support you are looking for.
- 2
Assessment
We visit to understand needs, routines and wishes.
- 3
Your care plan
We agree visit times and tasks with you and your family.
- 4
Reviews
We check in regularly and adjust the plan as needs change.
Rated Good by the CQC
Good in Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
- Safe: Good
- Effective: Good
- Caring: Good
- Responsive: Good
- Well-led: Good
Personal Care: Your Questions Answered
We will always ask about your preferences and do our best to match you with a carer you feel comfortable with.
Ask About Personal Care
- Call07858 855598
- Emailinfo@veronahomecare.co.uk
- Visit86 Great Park Road, Kimberworth Park, Rotherham, S61 3PF
Let's Talk About the Support You Need
Our friendly team is here to listen and answer your questions, with no obligation.