Residential and Nursing Care Services
Residential care
Residential care refers to long-term care given to adults who stay in a residential setting rather than in their own home or family home.
This type of care is designed to support individuals who require continuous assistance with daily living activities due to aging, disability, or significant health issues.
Residential care facilities provide a safe, structured environment with 24-hour support from trained staff.
Residential care can be broadly classified into two main types, residential care for older persons and specialist residential care.
Each type caters to different needs and demographics, providing tailored services to ensure the well-being and quality of life of the residents.
Residential care for older persons
Residential care for older persons, often referred to as elderly care or senior living, is designed to assist seniors who may struggle with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
Residential care for older person's placements made by Havering from 1 April 2024 are at a rate of £860 per week.
Specialist residential care
Specialist residential care is tailored for individuals with specific health conditions or disabilities that require specialised support and care.
This type of residential care includes facilities for those with mental health issues, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, or chronic illnesses.
Specialist residential care placements made by Havering from 1 April 2024 are at rate of £1,000 per week.
Nursing care
A nursing care home, also known as a nursing home or care facility, provides residential care for individuals who require continuous nursing care and assistance with daily activities.
These homes are staffed by licensed nurses and other medical professionals who offer medical treatment, personal care, and emotional support to residents.
Nursing care homes cater primarily to older adults, although they may also serve younger individuals with severe disabilities or chronic illnesses.
Nursing care can be broadly classified into two main types, nursing care for older persons and specialised nursing care.
Each type caters to different needs and provides tailored services to ensure the well-being and health of the patients.
Nursing care for older persons
Older persons nursing care, often provided in nursing homes, focuses on the health and well-being of elderly individuals.
Nursing care for older person's placements made by Havering from 1 April 2024 are at a rate of £880 per week.
Specialist nursing care
Specialist nursing care is tailored for individuals with specific health conditions or needs that require advanced medical expertise.
This type of care includes services for those with chronic illnesses, post-surgical needs, or complex medical conditions.
Specialist nursing care placements made by Havering from 1 April 2024 are at a rate of £1,100 per week.
Additional 1 to 1 hours
1 to 1 care involves a nurse or carer providing support specifically to one individual which is generally task driven.
The type of care given is totally dependent on the person receiving it.
It could range from simple activities, such as helping to cook meals and tidy up, to more 'full-on' tasks, such as helping the individual with personal hygiene needs or supporting to access the community.
Support could also be managing complex behaviours such as engaging with or reassuring the service user and supporting them emotionally.
This care is in addition to any core placement costs.
Additional 1:1 hours agreed by Havering from 1 April 2024 are at a set rate of £21 per hour.
Respite
Provides temporary relief for primary caregivers, enabling them to take a break from the demands of caring for an adult with disabilities, chronic illness, or other needs.
This type of care can be provided in a residential or nursing care home, ensuring that the adult receives the necessary support and supervision in the caregiver's absence.
Residential respite placements made by Havering from 1 April 2024 are at a rate of £1,000 per week.
Nursing respite placements made by Havering from 1 April 2024 are at a rate of £1,100 per week.