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Palliative Care in Wigan
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Highest regulatory ratingsCare for 18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
Highest regulatory ratingsCare for 18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
The Wigan Palliative Care team, here to help every step of the way
Palliative care focuses on managing pain and symptoms, and is given to those with a serious or life limiting illness like cancer or dementia. For those receiving end-of-life palliative care, research suggests 71% prefer to have this at home rather than in a hospice, so accessing palliative care in the comfort of home surrounded by loved ones is crucial.
Palliative care at home in Wigan can be arranged for those in areas like Standish, Orrell and Aspull, who need help managing pain, symptoms, medication, side effects, home adaptations and more. Palliative care at home in Wigan supports those in the area who need access to resources, and who are trying to seamlessly coordinate different types of care for their loved one.
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Get in touch Why Palliative Care may be right for you
Palliative care is designed to help manage every stage of a serious or life limiting condition. From symptom management, to recognising disease progression or complications, to helping with things like organising alternative therapies, this type of care focuses on enhancing the quality of life of people in severe pain or nearing the end of their life.
Studies find that early palliative care for those with advanced cancer led to a lower risk of depression, so there can be many benefits to arranging this type of care. It focuses on providing health care and emotional support to minimise pain and stress, while ensuring the person’s wishes are prioritised, and family members always have someone to turn to.
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.
Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!
Janet, Client's Family
A little message on behalf of me and all my family for the compassionate and amazing care that was provided to my grandad. Although you only cared for him for a short while before he passed, we are all truly thankful for the way my grandad was cared for. Thankyou again… all the carers who attended to him were true stars in our eyes.
Vicky, Client's Family
Please extend my thanks and gratitude to the Home Instead team who were so helpful this week when Mum was unexpectedly admitted to hospital- I was so impressed by the dedication and professionalism of everyone who helped me during my visit. I really felt that Mum was in excellent hands
Diane, Client's Family
Tailored Palliative Care in Wigan
Having a local care team support you with Wigan palliative care resources is a great way to connect with other services available in your area, like aromatherapy, massage, reflexology and other relaxation therapies that can help with pain and symptom management. Our Home Instead Wigan team can introduce you to the organisations you need, such as the information events for adult carers at Wigan and Leigh Carers Centre, run by Wigan & Leigh Hospice.
“… I can only say thank you to everyone that cared for [my husband], although it was only for a short time they spoke to him and treated him like they knew him. I am also grateful for the time they spent with me they listened to me and advised me.”
– Home Instead Wigan client, via Homecare.co.uk
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Our Care Professionals are specially trained in palliative care and everything that this involves. With a rating of 9.8 out of 10 on Homecare.co.uk (as of Nov 2024), the Wigan team continues to be dedicated to the comfort and wellbeing of clients who are in pain due to a health condition, or who are nearing the end of their life, as well as the families who require emotional and logistical support during this time.
“Home Instead has been contracted to look after Mum now for over 2 years. The level of care has increased and become more complex over this time… Home Instead have adapted and generally coped very well with the changes in care and support required and working closely with the family…”
– Home Instead Wigan client, via Homecare.co.uk
Additional support and activities in Wigan
Our support is flexible and can be easily adapted over time, so no matter what stage of their condition your loved one is currently in, we can provide the help needed, and combine the different types of care required to effectively manage pain and symptoms.
Our excellent relationship with organisations like Age UK Wigan and the Wigan and Leigh Carers Centre means we can help you arrange everything from additional therapies to doctor and healthcare worker visits to carer support groups and more. Our palliative care takes a holistic approach, so from the moment your loved one requires care, to the time you are navigating end-of-life and the steps that come after, our Care Professionals will be with you every step of the way.
FAQs
- Which towns and postcodes do the Wigan team service?
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Wigan, Hindley, Standish, Ince-in-Makerfield, Pemberton, Winstanley, Billinge, Hindley Green, Kitt Green, Aspull, Shevington, Orrell Post, Orrell, Gidlow, Marus Bridge, New Springs, Garswood, Spring View, Higher End, Lamberhead Green, Standish Lower Ground, Spring Bank, Poolstock, Bickershaw, Worsley Mesnes, Swinley, Laithwaite, Shevington Moor, Whelley, Downall Green, Springfield, Worthington, Bryn, Bottling Wood, Norley, Tontine, Scholes, Crooke, Pennington Green, Haigh, Beech Hill, Newtown, Marylebone, Hawkley, Gathurst, Red Rock, Highfield, Thornhill, Goose Green, Marsh Green, Longshaw, Leyland Green, Longshoot, Wallgate, Low Green, Whitley, Aspull Moor, Far Moor, The Bell, Chadwick Green, Tithe Barn Hillock, Castle Hill, Higher Ince
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
WN2 3, WN6 7, WN1 1, WN5 8, WN2 1, WN5 0, WN3 6, WN6 0, WN1 3, WN5 7, WN3 5, WN4 0, WN2 4, WN3 4, WN6 8, WN2 2, WN5 9, WN1 2
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - Is Home Instead Wigan a locally owned home care organisation?
Home Instead Wigan 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 Wigan team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Wigan 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 01942 363414, or fill out the form below.
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