Full-time care and attention

Full-time care and attention means that the person will require 24-hour access to care and attention.

This does not mean the client is expected to give 24-hour care, but they must be available if required.

The level of care and attention must be over and above the ordinary care and attention required by someone of the same age.

A client can be away from the home for a few hours a day and still be considered to be providing full-time care.

Arrangements must be made for the person's care and their safety must not be compromised.

The client's absence could be for a number of reasons including part-time employment or study.

The client must provide the care and support at home. The home can be the client's or the person's home.