Caregiving from afar
Caregiving from Afar: How to Support a Loved One with Home Care in Bath, Bristol & the South West
Supporting a loved one from a distance isn’t easy. Whether your parent lives in Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire, Somerset, or Dorset, being far away can bring real emotional weight — especially when they need day-to-day support.
At Gladys, we work with families across the UK — including those caring from afar — to help arrange personalised, community-rooted home care. Here’s how you can stay involved and ensure your loved one gets the help they need, even when you’re not nearby.
Tips for Managing Care Remotely
Distance doesn’t have to be a barrier to quality care. Whether you're based overseas or simply a few hours away, these steps can help:
- Establish a clear care plan. Work with a provider like Gladys to create a plan tailored to your loved one’s needs and preferences — from companionship to personal care.
- Have regular check-ins. Schedule family calls with carers or your loved one to keep communication open.
- Lean on local support. Our carers are already in the community — often living in the same towns as our clients. You’ll be matched with someone who understands the area, from Bath to Poole.
Communication Tools for Families & Carers
We use modern tools to help families feel connected and confident in their care decisions. With care notes, shared updates, and the ability to check in anytime, you'll always know how things are going.
At Gladys, we understand that reassurance is everything when you’re managing care for someone you love. You can expect:
- Regular updates from your matched local carer in Bristol, Bath, or surrounding areas
- Help coordinating video calls or visits
- A dedicated support contact at Gladys to guide you when things change
How Gladys Can Coordinate Local Support on Your Behalf
Our model is simple: we introduce families to self-employed carers and helpers who are already living and working in Bath, Bristol, North East Somerset, Wiltshire, Bournemouth, Poole, and beyond.
We’ll help you:
- Find a trusted carer based on personality, values, and care needs
- Get started with as little as a few hours per week, or set up live-in care
- Adjust care as your loved one’s needs evolve
Because Gladys is an introductory care agency, our approach is more flexible and affordable than traditional providers — and we’ll always keep you in the loop.
Caring from a Distance: Don’t Forget About You
Being a long-distance carer comes with emotional weight. From guilt to stress and worry, it’s important to set healthy boundaries and seek support. At Gladys, we’re here to help families stay proactive — not reactive.
You don’t need to wait for a crisis to get help in place. The earlier we match you with a carer, the more stability and confidence your loved one — and you — will have.
Looking for Local Home Care Support?
We help families arrange:
- Home care in Bath, Bristol and Somerset
- Private elderly care near Poole, Christchurch & Bournemouth
- Respite care, companionship, live-in, and other support
- Tailored help that fits changing needs and budgets
Whether you’re managing a hospital discharge, supporting someone with dementia, or just need help for a senior living alone, Gladys is here.
📞 Ready to talk? Contact us today or explore our home care services.
