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Personal Care at Home with Dignity

Personal care at home means receiving gentle assistance with washing, dressing, and daily hygiene whilst staying in your own familiar surroundings. When everyday tasks feel overwhelming, our compassionate carers provide the support you need whilst preserving your independence and dignity.


We understand that considering personal care feels vulnerable. Our approach puts your comfort first, ensuring every interaction respects your privacy and honours your choices about how care is provided.

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What Is Personal Care at Home?

Personal care at home involves professional assistance with intimate daily activities like bathing, washing, dressing, and personal hygiene in your own familiar environment. Unlike residential care, you maintain your routines and privacy whilst receiving the support you need.


Our personal care goes beyond basic assistance. It's about helping you feel confident and comfortable each day, delivered with warmth and understanding of how important these moments are to your wellbeing.

Home Care That Fits Around Your Life

Home care visits mean you keep your independence whilst getting the support you need. From helping with daily routines to providing companionship, it's care that adapts to your life, not the other way around.

Whether you need a few hours each week or daily support, we'll listen to what matters most and create a care plan that feels right for you and your family.

Call our friendly team:
0333 800 1379

Email us directly:
private@routeshealthcare.com

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What Makes Routes Personal Care at Home Different?

Heartfelt

Personal care requires genuine trust. Our carers understand the intimacy involved and take time to know your preferences, ensuring every moment feels comfortable and respectful.

Open

We discuss your personal care needs honestly and sensitively, always respecting your privacy whilst ensuring you understand exactly what support we provide.

Meaningful

Quality personal care transforms daily life. Feeling clean, comfortable, and confident makes a meaningful difference to how you feel about yourself and each day.

Empowering

You remain in control of your personal care. We encourage independence where possible whilst providing gentle assistance that maintains your dignity and choices.

What Personal Care Services Do We Provide?

Choosing to receive care at home is a big decision, and it's natural to have questions about whether it's the right choice for your situation.

Bathing and washing assistance

Gentle help with baths, showers, or bed baths, maintaining your privacy and ensuring you feel safe throughout. We adapt to your preferences and mobility needs.

Dressing and grooming support

Assistance choosing clothes and getting dressed, respecting your style whilst ensuring comfort. Includes help with hair care, shaving, and feeling your best.

Toileting and continence care

Dignified support with toileting needs and continence management, always maintaining your privacy and treating you with absolute respect.

Personal hygiene assistance

Help with teeth cleaning, denture care, and daily hygiene routines that keep you feeling fresh and confident.

Medication support

Assistance with personal medications, creams, and treatments prescribed by your doctor, ensuring safe and timely administration.

Mobility support

Safe help moving around your home, getting in and out of bed or chairs, using appropriate techniques to protect both your safety and dignity.

Call our team for a free, honest homecare assessment from one of our friendly professionals. No pressure, just clarity

How do we protect your privacy and dignity whilst delivering care?

Your comfort guides everything
We work at your pace, explain what we're doing, and always ask permission. You're never rushed or made to feel uncomfortable.

Privacy protection
We use towels and clothing to maintain modesty, only providing assistance where needed and always with your consent.

Your preferences matter
From timing to products used, your choices about how personal care is delivered are completely respected.

Same-gender carers available
We can arrange male or female carers according to your preferences and comfort levels.

Professional boundaries
Our carers maintain appropriate relationships whilst providing warm, compassionate support.

home care clients happy at home

How we make a difference

We're proud to have built lasting relationships with our clients. Here's what they have to share about their experience with us.

"I would just like to thank you to all the staff that looked after my Dad. They were all amazing. The care that was given was excellent. They were all respectful and empathetic to our situation right up until the very end."

Janine P

Daughter of Client

"These girls were amazing, not only were they professional and did everything for my mam but they also listened to me and my worries and anxiety nothing was too much for them I would and have highly recommended them to everyone I know. I will never forget their patience and kindness."

Julie J

Daughter of Client

"Routes are a fantastic care company i just cannot fault them at all. They are 100 times better than my two previous care companies and I will always recommend Routes Healthcare to everybody who is looking for a care company."

Alan D

Client

"My father recently had to start having care at home. I have dealt with Routes for over a month and I have to say they have been really good. Whenever I call the team they are always so nice and helpful. They always work with me and are always willing to help which is a massive positive."

Dahlia B

Daughter of Client

"I am delighted with the services offered by Routes Healthcare for one of my clients. They have managed to source a capable and enthusiastic team, who are resourceful and supportive to the client and their family. I have no reservations in recommending Routes Healthcare to other case managers."

Case Manager

Anonymous Review

"We have very good care and service with Routes from both the lovely carers and the management. They look after my mum's needs very well including her challenging little dog!! We are very grateful and very pleased with the service. Thank you"

Helen C

Daughter of Client