A guide to live-in-care during the summer
Why summer is a unique time for live-in care
Summer is a great time for live-in care because it brings longer days and warmer weather.
A Helping Hands carer can help you participate in outdoor activities and social events with mobility support throughout the summer. The hotter weather presents challenges like heat-related health risks and your carer going on a well-deserved summer holiday. Don’t worry, our respite care can cover you there and provide superb care throughout the summer. Our live-in carers can help you stay safe and stay hydrated and engaged, making summer an ideal season for personalised and attentive care.
The impact of hot weather on elderly care
Hot weather can pose serious health risks for the elderly, making precautions essential.
Older adults are more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses like dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke due to a reduced ability to regulate body temperature. Your carer can support you in forming a healthy daily routine that helps you to stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and remain in cool environments that include fans or air conditioning. With our expert live-in care, we’ll make sure you’re cool and comfortable, all summer long. Read AgeUK’s article for more tips on how to stay cool during a heatwave.
Seasonal health risks for the elderly and how to mitigate them
Seasonal changes bring unique health risks for the elderly, making year-round care essential.
In winter, cold temperatures increase the risk of hypothermia, flu, and falls due to icy conditions, while summer heat can lead to dehydration and heatstroke. Spring and autumn may trigger allergies and respiratory issues. Your Helping Hands carer can reduce these risks by supporting your personal care, such as dressing appropriately for the weather, staying hydrated, and maintaining a safe and warm living environment. Regular health check-ups, a balanced diet, and adapting daily routines to seasonal conditions can help you to stay safe, healthy, and happy.
How live-in care can benefit your loved ones in summer
Your Helping Hands carer can help you this summer around-the-clock, wherever you are.
Stay cool and comfortable
Live-in carers can help to keep you safe and comfortable from the summer heat by ensuring you stay in a cool environment, use fans or air conditioning, and wear light clothing.
Prevent dehydration
We will help to encourage regular hydration, prepare refreshing drinks, and provide water-rich foods to prevent dehydration which is a common risk in hot weather.
Protect against heat-related illness
With constant supervision, a live-in carer can spot early signs of heat exhaustion or heatstroke and take immediate action to prevent serious health issues.
Encourage safe outdoor activities
Carers can help you to enjoy summer safely by planning morning or evening walks, ensuring you always wear sun protection, and avoiding the midday heat.
Support seasonal nutrition
We can help with your nutrition by preparing light, healthy meals using fresh summer ingredients that help to maintain energy levels and overall well-being.
Reassurance and companionship
We’re proud of the valued companionship we offer and we always strive to provide peace of mind for the whole family during the warmer months.
Summer activities and engagement for your loved one
Some ideas for activities for elderly people in the summer include:
Walking outside
Gardening
Outdoor picnics
Water activities
Arts and crafts
Reading in the shade
Music or dance sessions
Visit the Famer's Market
Birdwatching
We'll do all we can to ensure you keep safe during the hot months and that you're unique needs are being cared for. Whether this is a condition or disability, we'll adapt our care so you can get the best out of the sunshine while staying safe. We'll accompany you to your GP if you need us too, and make sure you're staying connected with your loved ones, no matter the heat.
In summer, we can adjust your care plan to prioritise your hydration, cooling strategies, and sun protection. Our carers will ensure you drink plenty of fluids and regularly stay in shaded or air-conditioned spaces. We can help to adjust your daily walk to be during the cooler hours, and we'll help to prep fresh summer meals so your taking in the nutrients you need.
Before summer arrives, you can chat with your carer about hydration plans, cooling strategies, and outdoor activities you'd be interested in. A carer will ensure they monitor you for heat-related illnesses and plan appropriate clothing choices. You can also discuss your medication management too as we know that some prescriptions increase heat sensitivity.
How Helping Hands Home Care can provide live-in care
At Helping Hands, we pride ourselves on our home care that adapts to your needs. We can offer care as a live-in, visiting or respite basis.
Visiting care begins from just 30 minutes a week and our carers can come to your home at various points of the day.
Prices from £31.00
Variable prices
Call-out fee of £4.50 per visit
Live-in care offers around-the-clock support for all your needs, including support with live-in care.
Starting from £1,595 per week for a single person
£1,595 per week for a couple
A fully managed service
Fully regulated by the CQC / CIW
Being regulated means:
Our carers are expertly trained and qualified to provide care with a wealth of experience, including expert live-in care. We’re also regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW), so we’re always on top of our game.
Guaranteed high-quality care
Peace of mind
Independent inspections
Regular development
A safe service
Regular communication