At Autumn Sunshine Home Care,

I understand the importance of finding the right care for your family, especially when it comes to your elderly loved ones.

I am here to offer you peace of mind, knowing that your family members are receiving the highest quality care in the comfort of their own homes.

Based in the beautiful county of Cumbria, I am proud to serve the local community in Carlisle. I’m a compassionate, experienced and fully trained caregiver of 20 years - 5 years of running Ruth Tiernan Home Care 2012-2017, with a full enhanced DBS and insurance, I will strive to make a positive difference in the lives of those I care for.

If you are searching for exceptional home care services in Carlisle, look no further than Autumn Sunshine Home Care.

Contact me today to discuss your needs and let me provide the personalised care your family deserves.

"such a tremendous support and totally reliable"

Bespoke Quality Home Care in Carlisle

When I was just 16, I used to grannysit an 98-year-old lady who was a good friend of my family. We'd sit by the fire, and she'd tell me all these amazing stories from her life. I loved seeing her face light up as she shared her adventures. It hit me then that behind her wrinkles and white hair was one tough lady who had lived an inspiring life. That's when I knew I wanted to be a carer.

After working for other care companies and seeing how they dropped the ball on personal care and interaction, I got super frustrated and upset. The clients weren't treated with respect or dignity, and it broke my heart.

But I cared too much about doing things right and making a real difference in people's lives. So, I decided to go my own way, knowing I could step up on every level. It's crucial to me that these individuals get to live their lives to the fullest, cosy and safe in their own homes, surrounded by everything they love.

I'm a compassionate and caring person with a huge heart and a burning desire to help those who need it most. I'm all about working hard and getting things done right the first time, no cutting corners or procrastinating. I genuinely want to make a positive impact on others and those in my care. I'm kind, caring, and always ready to lend a hand. Plus, I've got a knack for bringing out the best in people and making them smile.

Trust me, you won't find a better or more professional lady to take care of your loved ones. I'll treat them like family, with respect, dignity, love, patience, and understanding.

I'm very happy to chat with you about your needs and requirements, please don't hesitate to ask me - Ruth Smith

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Services

Companionship

I'm here not to just to provide the more mundane care services.

I recognise that many people are lonely or isolated and may want some companionship and a conversation from a friendly face.

But it’s not just about meeting your care requirements; it’s about preserving the lifestyle you cherish.

My goal is to ensure that you can continue enjoying the activities, routines, and hobbies that bring you joy. Whether it’s taking a leisurely stroll in the park, attending social events, or pursuing your passions, I'm here to support you in living life to the fullest. I like to think I've got a good sense of humour and I like to put a smile on peoples faces as I work alongside them.

Listening to stories of your lives and your happy memories gives me a sense of joy.

People with dementia often like to do housework, cleaning or cooking. Also listening/ singing to their favourite music, always brings a smile.

Domestic care

If you or your loved one is finding your daily household chores more physically demanding and tiring, my domestic care is here to lend you a helping hand keeping your home clean and tidy with one-off or regular visits.

I can support with such daily tasks as:

Vacuuming, dusting and polishing
Laundry and ironing
Changing bed linen
Cleaning kitchens and bathrooms
Shopping and running regular errands
Food and drink preparation
Washing up
General tidying and other household duties

Personal care

My personal care services are available for any daily tasks that you may need help with such as bathing, showering, dressing, toileting; all done in the comfort of your own home.

My personal care services include, but are not limited to:

Bathing and showering (including bed baths).
Lotion and cream application as required.
Dressing/getting ready for bed.
Oral hygiene.
Haircare and make-up application.
Support with shaving.
Help with toileting, including the use of a bedpan or commode.
Changing of continence pads, and cleaning of intimate areas.
Bed positioning support; helping you to stretch and prevent bed sores.
Foot care; especially if you’re a diabetic and need to be extra careful with your feet.
Administration of Medication

No matter your need, I have all the knowledge and experience to help. I will work to your regular routines and ensure that the support I offer is tailored to your specific requirements.

I offer discreet and professional personal care in a manner that is the most comfortable for you.

Geriatric Massage Service

Aging is a beautiful journey, but it can come with its own set of physical challenges.

Geriatric massage is a specialized form of therapy designed to meet the unique needs of older adults. This gentle, nurturing massage uses lighter pressure and slower, rhythmic strokes to promote relaxation, relieve pain, and enhance circulation. Our approach focuses on improving flexibility, reducing muscle tension, and easing symptoms related to arthritis, mobility challenges, and chronic pain conditions.

This treatment is conducted with the utmost care, ensuring comfort and safety. Whether you’re looking to increase mobility, boost mood, or simply relax, geriatric massage is a compassionate way to support your overall health and well-being in your golden years.

Experience the therapeutic benefits of touch in a calm, respectful environment tailored just for you.

Testimonials

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Ruth came to look after our 94 year old father after a long period in hospital which had left him with decreased mobility and in low spirits. Previously independent and never having had care, we were worried how it would work out but Ruth’s cheerful demeanour, great sense of humour and ‘can do’ attitude to life won him over and Dad allowed her to take over aspects of his life, accept his loss of independence and looked forward to her visits. She undertook all his domestic work, cooking from scratch and his personal care.
Ruth became a much valued part of Dad’s life and this brought peace of mind for the family. We established a relationship of trust as her experience, professionalism and compassionate nature became evident. She was always completely reliable and also made herself available and went the extra mile when needed.

Jane Green

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Most importantly Ruth was involved with Dad at the end of his life while he was still living at home and being cared for by the Community End of Life team. She was a stalwart, encouraging and friendly companion to Dad at this time. Her sensitivity and support to us was greatly appreciated.

We would unhesitatingly recommend Ruth as a carer.

Jane Green

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Ruth became a wonderful support and friend to myself and my family.
She brightened up his days as at the time he was really struggling with life generally.
My brother had many challenging issues but Ruth knew how to address these. My brother had total trust in her high standard of care and she had a wonderful rapport with him.
She was such a tremendous support and totally reliable, I really don’t know how I would have coped without her help over the past year .

She is a very pleasant, intelligent person and has a great sense of humour.
I would recommend Ruth to care for any of my family members if ever required in the future.

Christine Lee RGN

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Ruth was always cheerful, attentive. and never rushed him, even though he would play on that a bit. She never clock watched and never made him feel as if he was a pain, which he was at times.
Being an elderly man who was not as fit as he used to be, he had days where he would be depressed and angry that he couldn't do things, but she did all her duty with his dignity in mind. I never had any issues with her work, and my dad was tearful when she had to leave.
Other services we used weren't the same, and didn't have the caring approach to him that he wanted and needed.

Mrs J Davidson

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Ruth cared for my Mother in law giving her personal care , cleaning the house, making her meals and assisting with medication. She always discussed the newspaper with her to keep her mind active. Ruth also took my Mother in law out for journeys in the car and to concerts. Ruth was very caring and treated her like as if she had been her own Mother.

Anna Robinson

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We can highly recommend Ruth at Autumn Sunshine Home Care. She took exceptional care of our father before he needed 24hr care.
She is committed to her clients and understood Dad’s needs, his day was always brightened up on Ruth’s visits because of her happy and friendly nature.

Chris S and Val T

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