What are the main types of homecare services available?

Homecare services provide essential assistance such as personal care, housekeeping, medication management and companionship. All carers arranged through homecare agencies will have undergone the relevant training to be able provide an excellent service.

What does a professional home carer do?

A professional, paid carer provides a range of care service such as help getting out of bed, showering, shaving, oral hygiene, dressing and administering medication. They also monitor health and wellbeing, assist with meal preparation, eating meals and household tasks. A carer may visit a few times a week or each day. They also provide companionship and a helping hand to people with a particular illness or condition.

How can I arrange homecare?

If your local council thinks you need care and you already know that you will have to pay for it yourself (because your savings and assets exceed the threshold), then you can arrange home care privately through homecare agencies such as Greenwood Homecare. The first step is to contact us for advice and to discuss your particular needs. We can help you decide which care worker is right for you.

Care for blind and partially sighted people

Support for people with a visual impairment to live independently in their own home.

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I want to arrange care for me or someone else

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1. Are you looking for care for yourself or for a loved one?

For myself

For a loved one

2. Can you let us know a few details about you?

3. What type of care is required?

Visiting Care

Live-in Care

Overnight Care

4.⁠ ⁠Which is your nearest branch?

Cambridge

Grantham

Peterborough

Get in touch

Contact us today and we’ll be able to answer any questions1 you might have.

Call us on:

Peterborough
01733 808531

Grantham
01476 849522

Cambridge
01223 850938

Living with vision loss or a visual impairment can be challenging, but with the right support in place, independent living in your own home is possible. Our compassionate carers are here to help with everything from home adaptations to helping you enjoy your hobbies, so you can get on with living.

If you or a loved one has a visual impairment, it is natural to feel worried about what the future may hold. You might be wondering how you will manage, or whether you will be able to stay living at home. Our expert carers are experienced in supporting blind and partially sighted people to live as independently as possible with flexible, personalised support.

What does home care for blind people involve?

We understand that each person is different and the support you need will be specific to your circumstances. You might be experiencing a deterioration in your vision, or a sudden change due to an illness or injury.

Our care plans are tailored to each individual, ensuring we provide the right support for you, from a carer that matches your personality and interests. Our care for blind and visually impaired people might include:

Mobility support and condition led care

Help moving around your home safely

Advice on home adaptations

Medication support

Fall prevention

Supporting your health and wellbeing

Preparing delicious meals

Sensitive personal care to help you feel your best

Emotional support and companionship

Someone to enjoy hobbies with, or to go with you on outings

Household help

Light housework such as cleaning or laundry

Help with looking after pets, including guide dogs

Home care for glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye condition which most commonly affects people in their 70s and 80s. Symptoms tend to build up gradually and begin by affecting peripheral vision. While it is not possible to reverse vision loss caused by glaucoma, treatments can prevent it getting worse, such as eye drops, laser treatment or surgery.

Our experienced carers are here to help make everyday tasks more manageable and to offer a listening ear as you navigate lifestyle changes. They can also be on hand to make you as comfortable as possible following surgery.

Support for cataracts

Cataracts are when the lens in the eye becomes cloudy, which can lead to vision becoming blurred and misty. Cataracts get worse over time and will eventually require surgery to replace the affected lens. Home care can be an option following surgery to help put you in the best frame of mind for recovery and reduce any unnecessary strain in those crucial first few days.

Respite care for sight loss

Caring for someone who is blind or partially sighted is a responsible task. Even the most dedicated family carers need a break from time to time to focus on their own needs. We offer a seamless respite care service to ensure continuity of care for people experiencing vision loss. Whether it is for a couple of hours while you run errands, or a longer period of time to take a break or holiday, we ensure a high standard of care for your loved one.

It can also be helpful for family or friends to talk to an external carer about supporting a loved one with vision loss, as they may be able to help and share their experience on any queries or difficulties you might have.

How can I arrange visual impairment care?

To find out more about our care services and to begin accessing care, please contact us to book your care assessment. Our care plans range from short visits to 24/7 live-in care, so whatever your care needs, we will be able to build the plan that is right for you.

“

They are so friendly, helpful and supportive a dedicated professional team

Julia C

Review – Homecare.co.uk

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They are so friendly, helpful and supportive a dedicated professional team

Julia C

Review – Homecare.co.uk

FAQs

We know that for many people, the best care is care that can be received in your own home. We offer a range of options for home care to support people living with a visual impairment. Flexible visiting care can offer peace of mind and bespoke support for fixed times of the day or week. For those with a complex condition requiring more regular support, we offer round-the-clock live-in care, where a dedicated carer will be available to support you 24/7.

Vision loss can impact people in different ways depending on the severity. It may change how you are able to move around your home and complete daily tasks such as washing, cooking and eating. People who are blind or visually impaired may also feel more isolated, as it can be more challenging getting out in the community.

Home carers can support people with vision loss to continue enjoying the best things in life, with support to maintain independence and take part in the activities they enjoy.

We tailor our care plans to the individual, your goals and limitations. Support for blind and visually impaired people might include: dignified personal care to help you with washing, dressing and using the toilet; help around the house to stay on top of cooking, cleaning and laundry; and compassionate companionship to support your wellbeing. We will be guided by your needs and preferences and our aim is always to empower the individual.

Help whenever you need it

Personalised care to suit your schedule

Daytime visits

Daytime visits provide support for you from 30 minutes up to all day long. We’ll be on hand to support you in whatever way we can, whether it is helping you to get out of bed, supporting you with household chores, or simply popping over for a cup of tea for companionship.

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Overnight care

Overnight care provides relief for your family members, whether they want to get a good night’s rest or are away on holiday. Depending on your needs our carers can be awake throughout the night or on-call and able to assist when needed.

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24/7 Live-in care

Our live-in care services give you 24/7 support, providing a better alternative to a care home. Your carer will help you maintain your lifestyle and daily routine by catering to all your needs.

Find out more

Daytime visits

Daytime visits provide support for you from 30 minutes up to all day long. We’ll be on hand to support you in whatever way we can, whether it is helping you to get out of bed, supporting you with household chores, or simply popping over for a cup of tea for companionship.

Find out more

Overnight care

Overnight care provides relief for your family members, whether they want to get a good night’s rest or are away on holiday. Depending on your needs our carers can be awake throughout the night or on-call and able to assist when needed.

Find out more

24/7 Live-in care

Our live-in care services give you 24/7 support, providing a better alternative to a care home. Your carer will help you maintain your lifestyle and daily routine by catering to all your needs.

Find out more

“

Staff are prompt, good at their work, talk to me and have a laugh.

A L

Review – Homecare.co.uk

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Staff are prompt, good at their work, talk to me and have a laugh.

A L

Review – Homecare.co.uk

Book your care assessment

Get in touch

Leave your details and we’ll contact you to answer any questions and schedule your care assessment at your convenience. Alternatively you can email hello@greenwoodhomecare.co.uk or call one of our offices:

Peterborough 01733 808531
Grantham 01476 849522
Cambridge 01223 850938

Home Assessment

We will agree a time to come and visit you in your own home. We will take the time to fully understand your care needs, and provide recommendations as to what type of care is required.

Care delivery

Once agreed, we will begin to deliver the care. Whether hourly, live-in, or night care, we will endeavour to deliver the best possible care.

Care for blind and partially sighted people