Medical assistance care at home

Expert medical assistance care at home from trained and trusted Care Professionals who can support your healthcare team and coordinate medical needs alongside daily care.

What is medical assistance care?

At-home care can help with many care needs, but sometimes a doctor is needed to treat or manage certain conditions. Doing this at home can help to keep vulnerable older people out of hospitals where they risk infections, so doctors or nurses will instead visit their home to administer treatments.

Medical assistance care is designed to bridge the gap between GPs and everyday care needs, such as personal care, housekeeping and mobility support. Our trained Care Professionals can help with:

Specialist care to manage conditions like dementia, diabetes, Parkinson’s or arthritis

Why is medical assistance care at home helpful for older adults?

Attending hospital for medical treatments can lead to risk of infection, and can be distressing for older people, with studies finding hospital-related stress is associated with poorer patient outcomes. Depending on the conditions being managed, home care could be beneficial for this age group, and allow them to better manage their health needs independently in the environment they know best.

Several conditions could benefit from this. For example, studies show at-home cancer care may result in fewer hospitalisations, and 71% of palliative care patients say they would prefer to receive care at home instead of in a hospice. Among other benefits, care at home can promote independence, a sense of control, and allow family to visit more often.

Do I need medical assistance care?

A Care Needs Assessment and a discussion with the doctor in charge of your medical care could help to determine where medical assistance care at home could fit in to support your daily needs. For example, if you are being discharged from hospital and need temporary catheter care until this can be removed, medical assistance care could help. Similarly, if you require vital signs monitoring that would typically require a hospital stay, medical assistance care could help keep you at home by taking over this important task and reporting back to your GP.

Whether you need occasional visiting care for things like managing a stoma or providing simple wound care, or full-time live-in care to help with more intensive needs, we can help.

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How to get started arranging medical assistance care

Getting started with medical assistance care can feel overwhelming when you have very specific care needs and crucial medical treatments that must be combined. Our Care Professionals are trained and experienced in liaising with healthcare teams and families to understand the unique needs of each patient and begin care efficiently and smoothly. With us, you can rest assured it’s all taken care of to make this a stress-free experience.

At Home Instead, we can implement specialist services around your medical treatment needs in the comfort of your own home, but if you are unsure if this is right for you, speak to your GP, arrange a Care Needs Assessment, or reach out to our helpful team to discuss your exact needs and how we can help.

Why Home Instead?

Our Care Professionals are expertly trained to provide the medical assistance care you need, so your GP and family can feel confident knowing you are in safe hands at home. We are proudly rated 9.6 on Homecare.co.uk, with many of our locations also rated “outstanding” by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

With the support of your doctor or nurse, and any other medical professionals involved in your treatment, we provide consistent vital signs monitoring, wound care, stoma management, catheter care and more. We also have a trained eye to spot any complications or concerns as they arise, and let your GP know so you receive prompt support. In addition, we provide companionship and emotional support as you and your family navigate your needs.

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What is medical assistance care at home, and how can home care help?

Medical assistance care at home involves providing healthcare services in a home setting. Our Care Professionals can assist with tasks like medication administration, wound care, monitoring vital signs, and managing chronic conditions.

Can home care provide post-surgical care at home?

Yes, Care Professionals can support recovery by managing wound care, monitoring for signs of infection, assisting with mobility, and ensuring adherence to post-operative instructions from healthcare providers.

How do home care teams manage medication for individuals at home?

Our care Professionals ensure medications are taken correctly and on time, help organize pill schedules, and monitor for side effects or interactions. They also communicate proactively with healthcare providers about any concerns.

What types of medical equipment can home care assist with?

Our Care Professionals are trained to handle medical equipment like oxygen tanks, nebulizers, feeding tubes, and mobility aids. They ensure proper usage, maintenance, and safety.

How do home care services coordinate with healthcare providers?

All of our Care Professionals act as a bridge between the individual, their family, and healthcare providers, sharing updates, reporting changes in health, and ensuring the care plan is followed effectively.

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