What is 24-hour care?

What is 24-hour care? Unlike care in a retirement or nursing home, the person in need of care can remain in their familiar environment. With "24-hour care," the caregiver lives in the same household or an adjacent apartment. This not only creates the perfect starting point for professional, targeted, and patient-centered care, but also establishes a personal bond between two people. 24-hour means that the caregiver is on "standby" at all times, in addition to active care time. What are the reasons for 24-hour care? Aging has many facets and forms. Physical and psychological limitations are often part of it. Various illnesses and strokes of fate can weaken body and mind. The degree of care dependency describes how much these limitations affect a person in their daily life. It doesn't always have to be a serious illness – forgetfulness and decreasing mobility can make everyday life difficult and make help advisable. Age-appropriate, dignified, and, above all, trusting care is essential here. How long does the caregiver work? 24-hour means that the caregiver is on "standby" at all times, in addition to active care time. The active working time is usually 8 hours a day. What are the advantages of 24-hour care? Round-the-clock supervision (24-hour on-call duty) Familiar living environment Professional individualized care services Personal relationship and companionship Household relief More cost-effective care (see costs) The advantages of a 24-hour caregiver are obvious in the round-the-clock care. The person in need of care can stay in their familiar environment (their own home) and build a personal relationship with the caregiver. Furthermore, the person in need of care remains part of a household and does not lie in a single room or in a functional community with others. Another and very important advantage lies. Are you interested in a professional and expert 24-hour caregiver?