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Palliative Care in South Ayrshire and Kilmarnock
Relationship-led and supportive Palliative Care in South Ayrshire and Kilmarnock from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
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The South Ayrshire and Kilmarnock Palliative Care team, here to help every step of the way
Being told that you need palliative care and support can be distressing, emotional and stressful, not just for you but your loved ones around you. Our Care Professionals can support you or your loved one with practical and emotional support with care tailored around your individual needs, allowing you to stay at home. When faced with a life limiting disease or illness, we understand that most people would prefer to remain at home where they feel comfortable and in control. The key to our palliative care at home is making sure you or your loved one is comfortable and living life as they choose during the final months or years of their life.
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Get in touch Why Palliative Care may be right for you
Our specialist palliative care is brought to you in the comfort of your own home, in familiar surroundings, and by professionals you can trust. The South Ayrshire & Kilmarnock Home Instead Palliative Care Professionals can help support you with not just practical support such as home help, support with personal care but we can also work alongside your health team to ensure you remain as comfortable as possible at home and support you to live your life the way you want, alongside your health needs. Having someone in the home to be observant to health complications can prevent the need for hospital admission and ensure the best care is being provided.
What we do to care for your loved ones
We offer two types of home care: hourly care, where we visit at set times, or live-in care, where a carer resides in the home. Both are overseen by our care management team and delivered by compassionate Care Professionals. Each care package is made up of a unique mix of services to meet your needs.
Home help & meal prep
Keeping the home environment clean, safe, and nourishing with home-cooked meals.Personal care
Assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene, always respecting the dignity of your loved one.Mobility support
Helping your loved one move around their home safely, including transfers and positioning.Health appointment management
We support you to attend those important health appointments.Community engagement
We enable you to continue to do the things you enjoy, be it a visit to the garden centre or your local art group.Transportation
Assistance getting you from A to B, whether it be to go visit a friend or help with your shopping.Medication management
Ensuring medicines are taken correctly and on time, supporting overall health.
Overall Experience 5 out of 5
The service and support provided to date have been excellent, and the staff have all been very caring, friendly and reliable. There seems to be good supervision of the team, and the mobile app is very helpful in providing reassurance (when you do not live close by) that everything is okay.
We would not hesitate to recommend Home Instead South to anyone with elderly parents who need assistance.
Homecare.co.uk - Clients family member review
Overall Experience 5 out of 5
Our father was Mr independent and resisted help from anyone other than family until he met his two carers from Home Instead. They made his lunch the way he liked it, listened patiently to his stories and cheerfully kept his house (and him) neat and tidy. My sister and I used the app for updates, leaving Dad with the feeling of independence he valued so much.
Homecare.co.uk review
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Get in touch FAQs
- Which towns and postcodes do the South Ayrshire and Kilmarnock team service?
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Ayr, Kilmarnock, Troon, Prestwick, Heathfield, Stewarton, New Farm Loch, Bellfield, Whitletts, Galston, Onthank, Mauchline, Belmont, Shortlees, Doonfoot, Alloway, Kilmaurs, Newmilns, Dundonald, Mossblown, Coylton, Grange, Dalmilling, Earlston, Tarbolton, Dalrymple, Holmston, Altonhill, Castlehill, Seafield, Caprington, Annbank, Symington, Beansburn, Kincaidston, Riccarton, Monkton, Loans, Braehead, Knockinlaw, Dunure, Hillhead, Moscow, St Quivox, Crossroads, St Leonards, Cunninghamhead, Lochside, Sornhill, Stair, Coalhall, Kingsford, Craigie, Craigie, Hansel Village, Fenwick, Fisherton, Failford, Crosshands, Waterside, Wallacetown, Longpark, Bonnyton, Crosshouse, Newton-on-Ayr, New Prestwick, Masonhill, Forehill, Fort, Kirkstyle, Townholm, Greenholm, Knockentiber, Bogend, Gatehead, Hurlford, Crookedholm, Townend of Fullwood, Fail, Underhills, Blairston Mains, Brae of Auchendrane
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
KA10 6, KA8 0, KA1 3, KA7 2, KA2 0, KA8 9, KA7 3, KA3 7, KA10 7, KA1 5, KA3 1, KA1 4, KA1 2, KA9 2, KA3 5, KA4 8, KA1 1, KA8 8, KA7 1, KA6 5, KA2 9, KA3 2, KA9 1, KA16 9, KA6 6, KA3 6, KA7 4, KA5 5
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - Is Home Instead South Ayrshire and Kilmarnock a locally owned home care organisation?
Home Instead South Ayrshire and Kilmarnock is one of 250 locally owned offices that collectively form Home Instead UK. Together, we care for 16,000 clients, delivering one million hours of home care each month. This unique combination of community-focused local offices and the resources of a national network enables us to provide personalised, relationship-led care while leading research and innovation that is transforming the experience of aging. Our services include companionship care, personal care, specialist care (including dementia, palliative, and Parkinson’s), and live-in care.
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - When is palliative care needed?
Palliative care is an option that your clinical team may suggest if you or a loved one have received a diagnosis of a serious or terminal illness, such as cancer, lung disease or Alzheimer’s. Our Care Professionals can provide support that will alleviate discomfort and stress and allow a better quality of life.
- How soon should palliative care begin?
Palliative care can be started at any stage of a serious illness, though it can be recommended to start as early as possible depending on the diagnosis and the treatment required. After finding out what treatments are required you can be easily make an informed decision on when palliative care is needed.
- Is palliative care the same as end of life care?
Not necessarily. While palliative care can include end of life care, it is certainly not always the case and can last for a longer period of time. Some people are able to live comfortably for many years while receiving palliative care. The focus is always providing support as you need it to allow you to carry on with your daily life within the limits of your condition.
Discover More - Will palliative care cause me to lose independence?
Our Care Professionals understand that maintaining your control over your daily life is important. Depending on what care you need for your condition you may need help with a few things or more help with a lot of your usual tasks. The level of help required is likely to change over time, but Home Instead will be there to ensure you keep as your independence for as long as possible.
- Should I continue palliative care after successful treatment?
During your illness you may receive successful treatment from your clinical team. Depending on the outcome of this treatment you may no longer require palliative care, however it may be beneficial to continue for a short while. During the recovery process it can be beneficial to you and your loved ones to have some relief from the physical and emotional stress a serious illness can cause.
Reach out and talk to the South Ayrshire and Kilmarnock team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the South Ayrshire and Kilmarnock team. If you would like to hear what clients say about us please take a peek at our Home Care verified reviews. If you would like more information about our high quality Palliative Care service, please call us on 01292 433032, or fill out the form below.
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