Waking Nights – throughout the night the trained carer remains awake ready to undertake any care wants which will arise from the person in their care.

A waking night could be the most effective option for a person who wakes up many times throughout the night needing support. For example, they may like to alter their position or head to the bathroom every few hours; the carer will facilitate these tasks. The night-time care plan can be adjusted if and when things change. For example in the event of injury when recovery is evident, or more support is necessary as a medical condition deteriorates.

Alternatively, if your care needs mean you simply want somebody to be there, just in case additional support is necessary, then a sleeping night could also be the solution. In those circumstances, the carer would require a bed to sleep in and would get up to assist with any requests for help.

The carer is on duty throughout the night for a minimum of eight hours. If the care assistant sleeps at the property It can provide reassurance if family members or the person in need of care are uncomfortable with the idea of being alone at night. Further, sleep deprivation for those close to the person receiving care can lead to extra stress and anxiety at a time when support and reassurance are important. Having a night-carer can help to alleviate this pressure.