Personal Care

Personal Care in Home Care

Personalised support to help you live independently at home

Our Personal Care service is designed to help individuals maintain their health, hygiene, and dignity at home — with gentle support from trained and compassionate carers. Whether it’s assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, or grooming, we provide discreet, respectful help that puts your comfort and preferences first. Personal care can be delivered as part of a wider homecare package or as a standalone service, and is suitable for people of all ages, including older adults, people with disabilities, or those recovering from illness or surgery.

What personal care can include:

Bathing, showering, and washing

Dressing and undressing

Oral hygiene and grooming

Toileting and continence support

Skincare and applying creams

Assistance with mobility and transfers

Help with eating, drinking, or feeding

Prompting or administering medication

FAQs about Personal Care

What is personal care in a home care setting? 

Personal care refers to support with essential daily tasks that help individuals maintain personal hygiene, comfort, and dignity while living in their own homes. This can include assistance with washing, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.

What tasks are included in personal care services?  

Typical personal care home care tasks include:

Bathing or showering
Dressing and undressing
Oral hygiene and grooming
Help with toileting and continence care
Assistance with mobility and transfers
Support with eating and drinking
Medication prompting or administration (depending on care plan)

Is personal care the same as domiciliary care? 

Domiciliary care is a broader term that includes personal care as well as other services such as companionship, domestic help, and support with appointments or community activities. Personal care is one type of support offered within domiciliary care.

Who provides personal care, are they trained professionals?  

Yes, personal care is provided by trained and qualified care workers who are fully vetted, including enhanced DBS checks. AAA Healthcare’s carers receive regular training in areas such as infection control, moving and handling, safeguarding, and dignity in care.

s personal care available 24/7, including nights and weekends? 

Yes, AAA Healthcare offers flexible scheduling options, including early mornings, evenings, overnight care, and weekends. 24/7 support can also be arranged, including live-in care if required.