Elderly people who need more extensive or frequent support are better supported by our waking night services.
While a sleeping carer can help to settle an anxious elderly person during the night, regular incidents of sleepless nights, coupled with confusion are best supported by a waking carer. Patients struggle with distinguishing between day and night-time may feel particularly unsettled, making a waking carer the most suitable choice. An elderly person with mental health needs which might have suicidal tendencies will also need the close watch and support provided by a waking carer.
If the elderly person needs specialist or more frequent medication, then waking care is the ideal choice to ensure that your loved one is appropriately supported. Those who require palliative care to remain comfortable at home will almost certainly need the level of attention provided by a waking night-time carer.