Understanding The Differences In Home Care Services
Understanding Your Home Care Options
Making decisions about care for yourself or a family member can feel overwhelming. There are so many choices, and it’s not always clear which services might be right for your situation.
Here at Lidder Care, we’ve been supporting families across Mansfield for over 30 years. During that time, we’ve learned that home care works best when it’s built around what matters to you – your routines, your preferences, and the level of support you actually need.
Whether you’re looking for a few hours of help each week or round-the-clock support, our team can create a care package that helps maintain independence while providing the right level of assistance. We believe staying in your own home, surrounded by familiar things and memories, makes a real difference to wellbeing and quality of life.
This guide walks you through the different types of care we provide, helping you understand what’s available and how it might work for your particular circumstances.
Personal Care Services
Personal Care
Personal care forms the foundation of many home care packages. This essential service supports individuals with their daily living activities when these become challenging to manage independently.
Our compassionate carers assist with:
- Bathing and showering assistance
- Personal hygiene and grooming
- Dressing and undressing
- Toileting and continence management
- Medication reminders and administration
- Mobility support and transfers
Personal care is delivered with the utmost respect for dignity and privacy, building a relationship of trust between the carer and the person receiving support.
Companionship Care
Companionship care addresses the vitally important social and emotional aspects of wellbeing. Loneliness and isolation can significantly impact mental health, particularly for older adults or those with limited mobility.
Our companionship services include:
- Regular friendly visits and meaningful conversation
- Accompaniment to social activities and appointments
- Support with hobbies and interests
- Playing games and sharing activities
- Assistance with correspondence and communication
- Reminiscence and life story work
The relationships formed through companionship care often become treasured connections that enhance quality of life and provide valuable social interaction.
Independence Care
Independence care focuses on enabling individuals to maintain their autonomy and continue living life on their own terms. This person-centred approach recognises that promoting independence is central to wellbeing and self-esteem.
Our independence support includes:
- Assistive technology recommendations
- Rehabilitation support following illness or surgery
- Confidence-building activities
- Skills maintenance and development
- Supported decision-making
- Encouragement of self-care where possible
This type of care emphasises ability rather than disability, helping individuals maximise their potential while providing just the right level of support.
Specialist Care Services
Dementia Home Care
Dementia home care is specially designed to support individuals living with various forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. Our trained carers understand the unique challenges that dementia presents and provide person-centred care that adapts as needs change.
Our dementia care services include:
- Memory support and cognitive stimulation
- Orientation assistance and environmental adaptations
- Management of behavioural changes
- Structured routines to reduce anxiety
- Meaningful activities tailored to abilities and interests
- Support for family carers and education
By delivering dementia care in familiar surroundings, we help reduce confusion and distress while supporting the individual to live well with their condition.
Nursing Care at Home
For those with more complex medical needs, nursing care at home provides professional clinical support without requiring a move to a nursing home. Our registered nurses and specially trained carers work under healthcare professional guidance to deliver comprehensive medical support.
Nursing care services include:
- Wound management and dressing changes
- Catheter and stoma care
- PEG feeding support
- Medication administration and management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Liaison with healthcare professionals
This high-level care enables individuals with significant health needs to remain in their own homes, often preventing unnecessary hospital admissions.
Home Care for Disabled Adults
Home care for disabled adults encompasses a range of services tailored to support individuals with various disabilities. We recognise that each person’s needs are unique and create bespoke care plans that promote independence and quality of life.
Our disability support includes specialised services for:
- Physical disabilities care
- Learning disabilities care
- Sensory impairments
- Acquired brain injuries
- Home care for stroke patients
Each care package is developed in close consultation with the individual, their family, and any involved healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate, effective support.
Night Care
Night care provides reassurance and assistance during overnight hours, which can be particularly concerning for individuals living alone or those with health conditions that may worsen at night.
We offer two main types of night care:
- Sleeping night care – A carer stays in the home overnight, sleeping but available if needed
- Waking night care – The carer remains awake throughout the night, providing regular checks and assistance
Night care services can significantly reduce anxiety and ensure prompt assistance with toileting, medication, or emergencies during the vulnerable overnight hours.
End-of-Life Care at Home
End-of-life care at home allows individuals to spend their final days in familiar, comfortable surroundings rather than in a hospital or hospice setting. Our compassionate carers work alongside palliative care teams to provide dignified, sensitive support.
This specialised care includes:
- Pain management support
- Personal care with enhanced sensitivity
- Emotional support for both the individual and family members
- Practical assistance with household tasks
- Respite for family carers
- Coordination with healthcare professionals
Our focus is on ensuring comfort, dignity and quality of life until the end, while supporting family members through a difficult time.
Practical Support Services
Domestic Care
Domestic care helps maintain a clean, safe and comfortable home environment when household tasks become difficult to manage. This practical support can prevent deterioration in living conditions and associated health risks.
Our domestic services include:
- Regular housekeeping and cleaning
- Laundry and ironing
- Bed changing
- Kitchen hygiene maintenance
- Light home maintenance
- Meal preparation and cooking
These services can be provided as a standalone package or as part of a more comprehensive care plan.
Shopping Assistance
Shopping assistance ensures individuals have access to groceries, household essentials and other items even when they’re unable to shop independently. This practical support maintains nutrition and quality of life.
Our shopping services include:
- Accompanied shopping trips
- Collection of shopping lists and purchasing items
- Online shopping assistance
- Putting away groceries
- Meal planning support
- Budget management assistance
This support helps maintain independence and ensures nutritional needs are met, particularly important for older adults and those with mobility challenges.
Elderly Home Help
Elderly home help encompasses a range of services specifically designed to support older adults in maintaining their independence at home. As we age, certain tasks can become more challenging, but with the right support, many older people can continue to live safely and happily in their own homes.
Our elderly home help includes:
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Meal preparation and nutritional support
- Medication reminders
- Assistance with correspondence and paperwork
- Garden maintenance arrangements
- Technology support for staying connected
These services are often combined with personal care and companionship to create a comprehensive package of support for older adults.
Flexible Care Options
Respite Care
Respite care provides temporary relief for family carers who need a break from their caring responsibilities. This essential service prevents carer burnout and ensures the person receiving care continues to have their needs met during the respite period.
Our respite care can be arranged:
- On a regular schedule (e.g., weekly or monthly)
- For specific events like holidays or family occasions
- During emergencies
- For recovery periods after illness
Respite care can take place in the person’s own home, maintaining their routines and comfort while providing reliable support.
Live-in Care
Live-in care offers round-the-clock support from a dedicated carer who lives in the client’s home. This comprehensive service provides reassurance that assistance is always available, while allowing individuals to remain in familiar surroundings.
Live-in care is particularly beneficial for:
- Those with high-level care needs
- Individuals living with advanced dementia
- People who would otherwise need to move to a care home
- Couples who wish to stay together despite differing care needs
Our live-in carers become trusted companions as well as care providers, often forming meaningful relationships with clients and their families.
Choosing the Right Home Care Services
Selecting the most appropriate home care services depends on individual circumstances, preferences and needs. At Lidder Care, we take a person-centred approach to care planning, focusing on what matters most to each individual.
When considering home care options, we recommend:
- Arranging an assessment: Our care coordinators will visit you at home to discuss your needs and preferences in detail.
- Involving family members: Where appropriate, include family in discussions about care arrangements.
- Considering future needs: Think about how care requirements might change over time.
- Starting gradually: Sometimes it’s beneficial to begin with a lower level of support and increase as needed.
- Regular reviews: Care plans should be reviewed regularly to ensure they continue to meet changing needs.
The Lidder Care Difference
With over 30 years of experience providing care in Mansfield and Nottinghamshire, Lidder Care has established a reputation for excellence in home care services. Our person-centred approach puts individuals at the heart of their care, ensuring services are tailored to unique needs and preferences.
All our carers undergo comprehensive training and regular updates, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to provide outstanding care. We carefully match carers with clients based on needs, personalities and interests, fostering positive relationships that enhance the care experience.
As a family-owned business with deep roots in the local community, we understand the importance of reliable, compassionate care that enables people to live well in their own homes.
Contact Us
If you’d like to discuss how our home care services could support you or a loved one, our friendly team is ready to help. We provide care throughout Mansfield and Nottinghamshire, with flexible packages designed around individual needs.
Call: 01623 345 500
Email: info@liddercare.com
Address: 19 Market Street, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 1JG
We’re here to answer your questions and guide you through the process of arranging the right care for your circumstances.
Dr. Lidder (MB BS, DPM, MRCPsych) is a highly respected healthcare professional with extensive experience in elderly care. He served as a Consultant Psychiatrist for the NHS’s Mental Health Services for Older People, demonstrating a deep commitment to the wellbeing of older adults. Recognising the need for quality care facilities in Mansfield, Dr. Lidder founded Lowmoor Nursing Home and Newgate Lodge Care Home, both thoughtfully designed to provide therapeutic environments for individuals with dementia.
Following his retirement, Dr. Lidder remains actively involved as a Director at Lidder Care, ensuring the homes maintain the highest standards and provide warm, welcoming environments. He also offers invaluable support through bereavement and supportive counselling, utilising his expertise to assist families in understanding dementia diagnoses and navigating the associated emotional challenges.