About

Caring Companions 4U LTD are a small private CQC registered care provider.
https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-5173880153
We are registered to support adults and children in the comfort & safety of their own home.
We are a Grantham based company and also cover the surrounding areas of Grantham, Lincolnshire.
We have been providing domiciliary home care services in Grantham since 2017.
We offer a range of services that can include
-Personal care
-Meal support
-Medication support
-Household tasks
-Social outings
-Companionship
-Shopping calls
We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality support, while maintaining independence, dignity, well-being & choice.
We provide
-Home-care
-Holiday Cover Care
-Hospital to home care
-Dementia care
-End of life care
We ensure that all of our packages of care are person centred to your specific needs.

Contact

  • Caring Companions 4U LTD, Suite 2, Autumn Park Business Centre, Dysart Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG317EU

F.A.Q

Who employs the Personal Assistants?

Caring Companions 4U LTD are fully responsible for employing, training and ensuring all staff members have gone through the appropriate checks before commencing employment with Caring Companions 4U LTD.

Are the Personal Assistants insured?

All people employed through Caring Companions 4U LTD are insured through the companies comprehensive business insurance, however our insurance does not take the place of normal household insurance cover for accidental breakage or damage to household items.

Can I cancel calls?

You can cancel your calls giving Caring Companions 4U LTD 24 hours notice and no charge will be incurred.
To cancel your care package agreement with Caring Companions 4U LTD you are required to give 14 days notice from start of you care package (cancellation period) or after this time giving 7 days notice of cancellation of your care package.

What if my Personal Assistant doesn't stay the full time with me?

Caring Companions 4U LTD minute bill, our shortest call time is 20 minutes and all calls will be rounded upto the nearest 5 minutes.
Carers will log in and out of your calls using our call monitoring system.

Can I get support with funding my care?

Self funding
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/care/paying-for-care/paying-for-homecare/

Direct payments
If you get help from social services, you can apply for direct payments. These let you choose and buy the services you want to use, instead of getting them from your council.
If you want Social Services to fund your home care, you will have to have a means-test. This means that they will ask about your weekly income including pensions, earnings, pension credits, allowances and benefits as well as all your savings and investments.
Your Council will work out how much you may need to pay towards the cost of providing you with care.
https://www.gov.uk/apply-direct-payments

NHS continuing care
NHS continuing healthcare is an ongoing package of health and social care that is arranged and funded solely by the NHS where an individual is found to have a primary health need. Such care is provided to an individual aged 18 or over to meet needs that have arisen as a result of disability, accident or illness.
https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/nhs-continuing-healthcare-and-nhs-funded-nursing-care

Attendance allowance
Attendance Allowance benefit is a tax-free benefit for people over 65 who need help with personal care at home.
Attendance Allowance is not affected by savings and is usually unaffected by any other income you may have.
https://www.gov.uk/attendance-allowance

Carers allowance
https://www.gov.uk/carers-allowance

Pensions and savings credits
Pension Credit is extra money for pensioners to bring your weekly income up to a minimum amount.
https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit

Independent living fund
https://www.gov.uk/independent-livingfund

DLA
https://www.gov.uk/dla-disability-living-allowance-benefit

PIP
https://www.gov.uk/pip

Lincolnshire Well-being service
https://www.wellbeinglincs.org/response-intro?rq=Wellbeing%20Response%20Service
OR Call 01522 782140

DISCLAIMER: Please note that this information is provided ‘as is’ and for guidance only. You should always check with the relevant authorities and/or organisations first before making any applications or seeking care benefits as to the correctness and validity of the information we have been given and how it may, or may not, relate to your specific needs and situation. We cannot be held responsible for any incorrect or inaccurate information as this data is subject to change without notice.

What training do carers complete?

All CC4U carers are trained to CQC mandatory requirements, all courses are updated as & when required. As per list below.
All carers are DBS checked before starting work with CC4U and the DBS is checked yearly.
New carers will complete a number of shadow shifts (working along side a competent carer) before going out in the community as a lone worker.

NVQ Level 2 and above or Care Certificate (15 standards)
Moving & Positioning Awareness (2yrs)
Moving & Positioning Competencies (1yrs) 
Medication Awareness (2yrs)
Medication Competencies (1yrs)
Medication in Care (extra)
Basic First Aid Awareness (2yrs)
Safeguarding Adults & Children Awareness (2yrs)
Fluid, Nutrition & Food Safety Awareness (2yrs)
Health & Safety Awareness (2yrs)
Fire Safety Awareness (2yrs)
Infection & Prevention Control(2yrs)
Hazardous Substances (extra)
Privacy,Dignity & Person Centred Care (2yrs)
Dementia, Mental Health & Learning Disability Awareness (2yrs)

All our carers are Dementia Friends & Dignity Champions





Team

Kim Woodall

Director/CQC registered Manager/ Safeguarding Ambassador/Dementia Friend

Kim has worked in care for over 30 years. She has worked in a variety of different care sectors, including learning disability, mental health, children's services & elderly services. She has worked alongside adult social care in hospital settings as well as Nursing & residential care settings and in the community.

Nichola Taylor

Director/Compliance & Health & Safety Manager/ Safeguarding Ambassador/ Dementia Friend

Nichola has been working in care for 20+ years, she has worked in different areas of the care sector from community, co-ordinating, compliance & health & safety to management. Previous to working in care Nichola worked in retail.

Emma Beck

Senior Personal assistant/Safeguarding Ambassador/Dementia Friend/Dignity Champion

Emma joined the CC4U family in 2017 the very early days of the company setting out. Emma's previous job was house keeping at Belton Woods Hotel. Emma had never experienced care before and had never worked in the Health & Social care sector. On joining the team Emma completed all her mandatory training and gained her Dom Care wings. Emma has grown into her role of Senior carer attended various training courses to upskill herself, Emma completes staff spot checks, client service reviews, Carer competencies. Emma inducts all new carers, Emma is always patient & kind. Emma shows the new carers what the company standards are, and what is expected of them. Emma also meets & greets new clients into the company to enable a smooth transition. Emma attends meetings with new clients and is always happy to help & support when required. Emma is an asset to the team.

Julie Weir

Personal Care Assistant, Dementia Friend/Dignity Champion

Julie has been working for Caring Companions 4U LTD since 2017, she has previous experience in supporting adults and children in the community.

Elina Melke

Personal Care Assistant, Dementia Friend/Dignity Champion

Elina joined the Pink Lady family on 4th March 2024. Elina is Latvian and has been in UK over 10yrs. Elina has worked within the care sector for 3yrs within a Nursing/Care capacity. Elina has now decided that she would prefer to work within the community. Elina has completed numerous training courses to upskill herself for the Health & Social care sector.

Tia Woodall

Personal Care Assistant, Dementia Friend/Dignity Champion

Tia is our youngest Pink Lady. Tia has lived in the world of care from a very early age. Tia's goal is to one day run the company.lol. Tia is currently in sixth form @ school, on completing Sixth form Tia is hoping to go to University to complete Nursing/Midwifery. For her age Tia is an asset to the company and a pleasure to have on the team.

Emma Baker

Personal Care Assistant, Dementia Friend/Dignity Champion

Emma rejoined the CC4U family in 2023 after having her 2 children. Emma is an experienced carer who has worked with various other companies. Bring with her her knowledge of the Health & Social care sector. Emma has her level 3 National Vocational Qualification along with all her mandatory training & experience skill set. Emma works her hours around her small family, she is happy to help out when she is able. Emma is a team player who shows compassion & empathy within her job role.

Elizabeth Shaw "lizzie"

Personal Care Assistant, Dementia Friend/Dignity Champion

Lizzie joined the CC4U team in November 2022. Lizzie has worked with Nikki & Kim in the old allied healthcare days. Lizzie is a qualified make up artist and has worked in the Hair & Beauty sector for a few years. She also worked at Belton Woods hotel. When Lizzie joined the team she was excited to be back out in the community caring. Lizzie has all her mandatory training and has reintroduced her old care experience. Things had changed and Lizzie worked hard to ensure she upskilled herself to enable her to do the job she loves. Lizzie works hard and tries to please everyone she helps & supports.

SKAISTE TUSKENYTE "Skai"

Personal Care Assistant, Dementia Friend/Dignity Champion

Skai joined the CC4U team in November 2023. Skai has worked with various other care companies.

Gallery

  • Our Golden Girls

    Day out @ Skegness 2017

  • The Team

    Pink Ladies Christmas 2022 meal out

  • Willy Wonka's birthday treat

    On Friday 15th March it was our Michael's 77th birthday. Carers Emma Beck, Julie Weir & Nichola Taylor took Michael out for lunch to one of his favourite pubs "The Tawny Owl" Michael enjoyed his day, became very overwhelmed at the kind, caring and compassion shown by all the carers.

  • Celebrating 100yrs Young with a bottle of fizz

    On Saturday 12th August 2023 Irene joined the 100 club and how young does she look. The team of Pink Ladies Kim, Nikki, Emma, Julie & Lizzie went along to the care home to visit Irene and help celebrate her special day. The girls took party decorations and of course a bottle of fizz that was drank from plastic cups.lol. Irene overwhelmed at the effort made and thoroughly enjoyed the visit.

This album is dedicated to clients we at CC4U have had the pleasure of providing care to and becoming part of the family.

  • Lilian Bell

  • Clare Frisby

  • Barry Woolstencroft

  • Nora Balmer

  • Jean Dickson

  • Ron Venables

  • Josie Knott

  • Maureen Embling

  • Linda Baker

  • Gisele Love

  • Eve Collins

  • Freda Croft

  • John "RAMMO" Ramsden

  • Pop Baker

  • Myrna Lane

  • Brian Swatton

  • Eileen Yeates

  • Barbara Pickering

  • Len Hoyes

  • Ian Cumming

  • Sylvia Knight

  • Edna Exton

  • Madge Sinclair "mad madge from mablethorpe"

  • Ted "pops" Lewis

  • Ann & John

  • Beryl & Arthur Smith

  • John Taylor

  • Theresa Musgrave

  • Andrew Redman

  • Management???

    And these 2 are the heads that are in control of the company

  • Always time for a coffee break

Nichola, Kim & Emma attended a 2 day Safeguarding Ambassador course, The course was held in Boston with over 90 other carers/managers/seniors etc attending. These days were 5th June 2024 & 2nd July 2024. The girls spent the 2 days training, gaining knowledge & listening to lead speakers on various areas of safeguarding. On 2nd July the girls fledged and gained the qualification of Company Safeguarding Ambassador they had worked hard to achieve. Well Done to ALL 3 ladies xx

Testimonials

     

 I just wanted to drop you a line to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the help and support you have given to my family. It’s thanks to you that Nan was able to leave us at home surrounded by so much love. My mum and dad can’t speak highly enough of you and your team of pink ladies. The brief encounters I had with you and your team, you showed care and compassion and treated nan with so much dignity and respect. You’re a credit to your profession and I will always be grateful for what you did. Thank you xx 

Jon Cook: Client's Grandson
     

 This company were great looking after my mum for the last couple of years my mum has just sadly passed away recently but don't know what we would have done without their fantastic care would just like to thank you all on behalf of all the family. 

Joanne Brooks: Client's Daughter  |  
     

 What an amazing company. Fortunately for us they were just setting up when we needed them most, They went above and beyond for both mum and my brother and I, nothing was ever too much trouble. Mum had dementia so her needs could be quite complexed (so could ours!!!) and they truly were amazing with us all. Mum absolutely loved them, they were her friends and who looked after her so well, I can't put into words how grateful we are and we will never be able to thank them enough. Mum absolutely loved them and their care was second to none! 

Jeanie Holland: Client's Daughter  |  
  

Jobs

FULL & PART TIME PERSONAL ASSISTANT'S

Grantham, Lincolnshire, UK - p/a 20/35
We are continually looking  to employ full & part time Personal Assistants, based in Grantham, Lincolnshire & surrounding villages.

We are looking for the right people who care about the customers they support, who are good at building meaningful relationships & show compassion, respect, privacy & dignity to our customer's needs.

We want to change people's lives by delivering high quality care.

The job entails working in clients' homes, delivering a range of tasks from personal care, medication administration, meal preparation, domestic support, companionship, palliative, end of life & complex care.

We can accommodate staff who are looking for flexible hours, weekend and evening shifts.

We do require all of our team to work a minimal of every-other weekend.

Honest, professional, reliable, empathetic, committed & trustworthy individual.
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have a good level of English, both written & spoken.
A full driving licence & access to a vehicle preferable.

We offer competitive rates of pay.
We pay mileage between calls.
Extra paid when working bank holidays.

Flexible working hours around your other commitments
A comprehensive paid training program
Cost of your DBS fully refunded to you after 12 weeks successful probations.
Uniform and full PPE provided.
Store discounts
Company pension scheme
Full paid 28 days holiday pay per annum
Variable hour contracts and guaranteed hour contracts
Employee well-being program
At Caring Companions we require our staff to work using their own initiative as well being a valued member and contributing to our team.
Our staff are the face of our company and our eyes and ears out in the community.
We require our staff to visit clients in their own homes, carrying out any tasks identified in their care plan.
We pride ourselves in offering a high standard of care to everyone we support.
We want our clients and their family members to feel safe and confident in the service we provide.
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