Discover care options – home care, live in support and community services for older people living in Manor Park, East London. Plus tips to help families who are caring for the elderly cope with confidence.
Aging well in Manor Park
Manor Park is a young, multicultural population and Newham has a high proportion of working age residents at 71.7%. Those who are working are also looking after aging parents, who are starting to need more help than they used to need. Their parents want to stay part of the community they know and love. They want to remain active for as long as possible. To support them, there are many options for caring, from family caregivers, care at home, care homes, to accessing local services.
The main types of care that are available in Manor Park:
Domiciliary care & home care – sometimes called visiting care. This is when a carer drops in to see an older adult on a regular basis. It can be as infrequently as weekly, but more commonly is on a daily basis.
Live in care provided at home – carers live in the property with the elder, providing daily support for tasks and monitoring. This is particularly useful when care is needed around the clock or the person is not safe when left alone.
Residential care and nursing homes – the older adult moves into a care home and lives there. Care homes have a team of carers on site at all times and they can sometimes provide specialist medical assistance with qualified nurses and doctors.
The decision on which type of care is chosen is not to be taken lightly. It can be very upsetting for an older adult to adjust to change. If they have to leave a home they have lived in for a long time and love, they will understandably be upset by this.
Staying at home with a visiting carer or living with carers can help them to continue to be part of a community while being safely looked after. It supports their independence for as long as it is practical to do so.
Home care and live in care can sometimes be more affordable than a care home. If an elderly person wants to remain at home, they do not have to sell their house to get live-in care support, whereas they might have to sell their house to pay for a care home.
Caring for an older person at home
Caring for an older person at home can be a full time job. It covers practical personal care and emotional and social wellbeing.
Daily support can include washing, dressing, grooming and hair care, prompting them to take medication, making sure they eat properly and stay hydrated, and supporting them when they move around. Our carers are trained on preventing falls in the home – a common issue with elderly people. About one quarter to one third of older people fall each year, and this increases to one half of those aged over 80 (Gov UK).
Emotional support includes encouraging them to take part in social events, conversation, hobbies, and religious or cultural activities. Jothno Care are specialists in culturally aware care. We take great care to match our clients with a carer who speaks the same language, respects the cultural identity, and can cater for dietary preferences. Emotional support also includes accompanying the elderly outdoors to get fresh air in local parks, going to community centres, gurdwara or temples.
It is important that the provider allows for flexible, person centred care plans that involve the older person and their family.
Live in care in Manor Park, East London
Live in care is invaluable when an elderly person is no longer able to cope, or they have developed cognitive illnesses like dementia, Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease. Our carers are trained to be dementia-friendly and can assist with long term health conditions, whether physical, mental or sensory. We can also assist with end-of-life care.
A typical day with a live-in carer starts with overnight reassurance and help to get to the toilet or deal with incontinence. The carer can assist with washing, dressing and grooming. They’ll encourage the elderly to eat a healthy meal, drink plenty of water, and move more. They’ll also keep their minds active, whenever possible, with books, computers, games, etc. The carer can accompany the elderly person to the doctor or hospital appointments or to outings.
We find that our service users thrive with one-to-one attention and recover their happiness and independence with the right support. They benefit from a sense of continuity, remaining close to familiar friends and neighbours, shops and faith communities.
“The holistic care approach of Jotho Care and Support has exceeded all our expectations. Their team’s dedication to not just meeting physical needs but also nurturing mental and emotional wellbeing is commendable. Our grandmother has thrived under their care, regaining a sense of independence and joy we hadn’t seen in years. Jotho’s commitment to comprehensive care has made all the difference. A heartfelt thank you to the entire team!” Mark, Stratford
Local services
There are a variety of local services that can help elderly people in Manor Park. These include doctors, district nurses, and councils.
Newham Council can arrange for social services assessments for care at home. They provide day centres and social clubs for older people in Newham. We can arrange transport to these activities.
There are care support organisations for family members who chose to care for their family. Caring long term for a parent or relative can be exhausting and Jothno provides a respite care service to assist with short term breaks and regular care visits.
We can also arrange for care to start after a hospital discharge for example after a fall or illness.
Supporting relatives with dementia
We have written about the signs that a relative might need assistance at home. This includes recognising the early signs of dementia and when to seek a care assessment.
Specialist dementia care at home (or in a care home) can help with structured routines, memory prompts, monitoring and safeguarding to provide a safe environment and tailoring activities to suit the abilities of the person we are helping.
Looking after the caregiver
There is a risk of burnout if a family caregiver is spending long hours supporting a parent or relative over months or years. Looking after the caregiver can include sharing tasks with other members of the family, talking to employers or taking time off work, joining local carer groups, or using respite care, day care or live in care to share the responsibility. Requesting professional care is not a sign of weakness or neglect and home care/live in care does not replace the family. At Jothno Care, we work closely with families to include them at every step.
Key things to think about when you are considering care:
- What are the current and future requirements of the person who needs help?
- What specialist support is needed – e.g. dementia or autism awareness?
- What tasks does the person need help with?
- Is the care plan flexible, adaptable and person-centred?
- Does the person want to move from their home or stay?
- What is the cost associated with the care chosen?
Caring for the elderly
If you are caring for the elderly, you are not alone. Good quality support exists in and around Manor Park, East London and Newham Council provides support. Speak with our care team if you need advice on what kind of care is available and what funding is available locally.
It is possible for your elderly relative to thrive at home in their old age. With the right care, we have seen older people regain a sense of independence and enjoyment.