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Getting started

Arranging care can feel like a big step. We guide you through it, from the first conversation to the day your care begins, at a pace that suits you.

Care coordinator holding a free home care assessment with an elderly woman and her daughter in Coventry

You Do Not Need to Have It All Worked Out

Many people get in touch when something has changed, such as a fall, a hospital stay or a feeling that a parent is not coping as well as before. You do not need a diagnosis, a care plan or the right care terms. Just tell us what is happening and we will take it from there.

Your Journey to Care, Step by Step

  1. Call or send an enquiry

    Phone us on 07857 185750 or fill in our short enquiry form. Tell us a little about who the care is for and what is becoming harder.

  2. A friendly chat about the situation

    We call you back to listen, answer your questions and talk through the types of support that could help. There is no obligation.
  3. Free consultation and assessment at home

    We visit at a time that suits you to understand needs, routines, preferences and the home itself. Family members are welcome to join.
  4. Your personalised care plan

    Together we agree what support is needed, visit times and what matters most to you. You receive a clear quote before anything starts.
  5. Meeting your carer

    We match carers by experience, personality and compatibility, and introduce them so you know who will be coming.
  6. Care begins, with regular reviews

    Your care starts on the agreed date. We check in often and review your care plan so support changes when your needs do.
Preserve Healthcare office coordinator taking a first call from a family arranging home care

What to Have Ready for the First Call

You do not need everything on this list. It simply helps us understand the situation more quickly.

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Please do not send medical records through the website. We will talk about health needs during the assessment.

Carer helping an elderly man video call his son who lives away from Coventry

Arranging Care for a Parent Who Lives Elsewhere

Many families contact us from outside Coventry because a parent lives here and they cannot visit as often as they would like. We can help you organise everything from a distance.
  • Phone and video calls: we can talk things through at a time that suits you, including evenings by arrangement
  • Joining the assessment: you can join by phone or video, or a local relative or friend can attend in person
  • Agreed updates: we agree how and when we keep you informed, with your parent's consent
  • One point of contact: you always know who to call at our office

It is important that your parent is involved and agrees to the support. We will always speak with them directly and respect their wishes.

Arranging Care Through the Council or a Social Worker

If you think the council may help with the cost of care, you can ask Coventry City Council or Warwickshire County Council for a free care needs assessment. A social worker or assessor will look at what support is needed and whether the council can contribute.

We work with local authorities, families and healthcare professionals. If a social worker is already involved, they can contact us directly, or you can give us their details and we will liaise with them.

Understanding the Cost

The cost of care depends on how much support is needed and when. After your assessment we give you a clear, personalised quote before care begins.

Getting Started Questions

Ready to Take the First Step?

Tell us a little about the situation and we will call you back to talk it through. No pressure and no obligation.

Not sure which service you need? Tell us a little about your situation and we will talk through the options with you.

If you are arranging care for a parent who lives elsewhere, choose A parent.