Live-In Care
WHAT IS LIVE-IN CARE
Whether your elderly loved one is facing frailty, illness, reduced mobility, memory loss, or simply needs some special attention, our foreign caregivers and nurses can provide full-time care with the right support. They have the skills and motivation to care for your elderly loved one at every step of the way so they can live fuller lives in a healthy environment, providing relief and ease of mind to the family.
OUR SPECIALISED CAREGIVERS & NURSES:
- Are equipped with relevant hospital and eldercare experience.
- Are trained to deal with medical emergencies, such as a heart attack, choke, fall etc.
- Provide professional care and promote a healthier lifestyle.
- Understand the challenges of the job and are committed for the long-term.
OUR CAREGIVERS & NURSES ARE TRAINED TO
- Manage changing behaviour
- Maintain a safe environment
- Provide nutritious meals
- Provide mind-stimulating activities
- Supervise daily activities
- Maintain good hygiene
SOME OF THEIR SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Assisting with toileting, feeding, transferring, bathing, skincare, grooming and dressing.
- Assisting with urinary catheters, feeding tubes or oxygen therapy.
- Monitoring vital signs and providing support to specific health conditions.
- Ensuring the right medication is administered timely.
SOME OF THESE MEDICAL CONDITIONS INCLUDE:
- Allergies, Arthritis, Alzheimer’s, Bed-bound and Wheelchair Patients, Cancer, Dementia, Depression, Diabetes, Heart Disease/, Heart Failure, Nutrition/Elimination Problems, Parkinson’s Disease, Patients Recovering from a Fall/Injury, Stoma and Wound Care, Stroke, Visual/Hearing Impairment.
They are trained to care for patients with medical conditions by reducing symptoms and improving their health and quality of life.
BENEFITS OF HAVING LIVE-IN CARE
Several of our clients have highlighted many positive impacts in having a full-time caregiver or nurse to care for their elderly loved one at home.
They provide professional care and are good listeners who understand the family members’ concern and provide adequate support wherever needed.
They give you a sense of confidence and ease of mind, knowing that your family member will have every need taken care of when you’re not there yourself.
They can easily notice any abnormalities or behavioral changes and notify you before it’s too late.
The caregiver or nurse keeps them active during the day so patterns of anxiety and wandering diminish at night, which means better rest for the whole family.
If you have an elderly loved one who needs special care and attention, we can provide you with a reliable caregiver or nurse with the right set of skills and experience to care for them.
Call us at our 24/7 hotline +65 9109 1965 or Whatsapp +65 9109 1965.
A LIVE-IN CAREGIVER OR NURSE IS ONE OF THE MOST AFFORDABLE ELDERLY HOME CARE SOLUTIONS.
FOREIGN CAREGIVER
MONTHLY SALARY
Starts at $500 and goes up to $800, depending on the caregiver’s education and experience.ONE-TIME AGENCY FEES
$2,588FOREIGN NURSE
MONTHLY SALARY
Starts at $700 and goes up to $1,000, depending on the nurse’s education, experience and complexity of the assignment.ONE-TIME AGENCY FEES
$2,588
You can reduce the cost of the monthly salary from $60 to $265 under the ‘Aged person scheme’ or Persons with disability scheme’. Click here for more details. Additionally, you can apply for the FDW Grant by AIC for a further reduction of $120/month, if eligible.
ONE-TIME AGENCY FEES CONSIST OF
- Work permit application & issuance fees
- Settling-in programme
- Medical check-up
- Caregiver’s food and lodging in Singapore before issuance of workpass
- Caregiving consultation at home
- Integration training
- Arrangement of plane ticket
KINDLY TAKE NOTE:
- There is an additional $500 surcharge For Filipino caregivers and nurses, and their monthly salaries range from $1,000-1,200, depending on their experience.
- If you require a male caregiver/nurse or third FDW, there will be additional charges to apply for pre-approval from MOM.
Give us a call at +65 9109 1965 or Whatsapp +65 9109 1965 to arrange for a free assessment.
1. WE RECEIVE YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Your aging loved one’s health, home environment and special needs will all be taken into consideration to determine the level of care that is the best fit for him or her. If he or she has a medical condition, an in-home assessment may be required to help us make the right selection for your specific needs. This visit is totally non-obligatory and free of charge.
2. MAKING THE SELECTION – 1ST TO 2ND WEEK
- We will identify the best specialized caregivers based on your loved ones requirements and also his/her interests. A good personality match is very important for both your loved one’s and caregiver’s morale and well-being.
- The shortlisted candidates will be sent to you within a week and a Skype or Teleconference interview will be arranged at your earliest convenience.
- Our consultant offers a recommendation upon request and you confirm your selection.
3. SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION – 3RD TO 4TH WEEK
- We will submit an application to MOM with an initial deposit of S$888 which takes between 3 to 5 working days.
- An In Principal Approval will be received from MOM and we will purchase the Insurance and Security Bond (as required by MOM) on your behalf once the amount is received from you.
- We proceed to make the arrangements for your caregiver’s arrival in Singapore.
4. UPON ARRIVAL
- The caregiver will undergo a mandatory medical check-up and settling-in programme, within the first 3 days. We will also go through a care plan with the caregiver to reinforce relevant skills.
- We make an application to register the caregiver’s card with MOM.
- We will then handover your caregiver to you with the balance placement fee and payment collected, and follow-up within the first few weeks to ensure that everything is going smoothly.
KINDLY TAKE NOTE:
- You will sign a FDW contract with the caregiver or nurse as their employer. Salary is to be paid directly to the candidate from the second month onwards.
- All our caregivers and nurses are given an induction training upon their arrival in Singapore.
- We also provide support and training to our caregivers and nurses to give them an opportunity to refresh and reinforce their skills.