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Take extra care of elderly when clocks change at end of month

Published: 6th October 2020 11:40

  

A DEVON care provider is urging people to take extra care of their elderly relatives and neighbours when the clocks go back an hour at the end of this month (October 2020).

From October 25 the evenings will get darker much earlier, which could impact on the well-being of older Devonians says Guardian Homecare, which cares for people in the Exeter and Torbay areas.

Catherine Porter, Manager for the care provider, said: “Through visiting our service users, we know that many elderly people are affected by the darker evenings and cooler weather, so we thought it was extremely important to pass on our insider knowledge to ensure that people check on any older neighbours, friends or relatives more often in the winter months. This is especially important as many have been unable to get out as much as normal due to the Coronavirus this year. They will be feeling isolated and lonely already before the clocks change, so extra vigilance is needed this winter.

“The darkness and bad weather can limit the time elderly people can get out and about to run errands or socialise, if they can get out at all. So, it’s a good idea if you have formed a bubble with them, to pop in a few times extra during a normal week to see if there’s anything they need. If you aren’t in their bubble you could also call them more often and visit them using the current safe social distance measures in place.

“It’s also a good idea to make sure they are warm and have plenty of additional blankets to hand and are wearing layers of clothing, should they need it. Sometimes a friendly face at the window or on the doorstep is all that someone needs, but please do adhere to all the safe social distancing measures in place. If you’re in the same bubble, simply just popping in to say ‘hello’ and to enjoy a cuppa and a natter is perfect.”

Guardian Homecare delivers personalised home care supporting people wishing to stay living safely and comfortably in their own homes in Devon.

As part of its aim to combat social isolation, it provides personality matches when pairing up its carers with service users.

If carers and service users have similar interests they will be put together, giving them someone they can chat to, trust and get on with every day.

Catherine added: “We are continuously working to eradicate social isolation. We believe providing emotional care is just as important as the physical and we are doing our upmost to make sure our service users don’t feel lonely or isolated, especially in the current COVID-19 pandemic and throughout the winter months.

“We hope people all across the county will take it on board our tips for caring for the elderly in the winter months and take some time out of their day or week to ensure anyone they know who is older and less able is well looked after in these darker months before Christmas.”

Guardian Homecare currently employs nearly 200 carers in south Devon and is looking for 100 new honest and kind-hearted individuals to help add to its teams in Torbay and Exeter.

“We’re also keen to dispel the myth that a career in care is poorly paid and staff lack training, support and benefits. We offer new recruits a five-day training induction and a 12-week onboarding programme working towards a care certificate. Being a carer is a key worker position and once again this winter we will be helping protect the NHS by ensuring the vulnerable stay safely at home as COVID cases rise and seasonal flu kicks in too. We provide a vital healthcare role that is essential to the health and wellbeing of the nation.

“We’re committed to up-skilling our workforce and we’re working hard to dispel the myth that carers are not valued in the sector. Being a carer is a highly skilled, professional vocational occupation that is essential to the fabric of our society. We’re searching for people who are looking for a long-term career as care is a rapidly expanding sector and there is work in the area for many years to come.

“We offer career advancement opportunities that mean we have a highly trained, motivated and appreciated team. We have jobs available in the area now with immediate start, no experience necessary just a willingness to care and to learn.”

Guardian Homecare’s support is not solely elderly care, it offers home care for adults of various abilities and its team puts people first by helping individuals live independently and providing peace of mind for families. Its services are also completely personalised and range from daily visits to respite and overnight care.

“It is a great opportunity for people to achieve a recognised qualification and they’ll also be able to have access to exclusive discounts online and in-store from retailers including Tesco, Primark and Argos. It also covers holidays and electrical goods.”

New recruits are given free uniforms, access to national staff discount scheme for many major brands, as well as 28 days paid holiday, paid travel between calls and paid mileage.

Anyone wishing to find out more about Guardian Homecare, should call 01803 853198 or visit www.guardianhomecare.co.uk or https://www.facebook.com/GuardianHomecareUK/jobs/.

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