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Home Care Services
More people are remaining at home for longer, with needs ranging from assistance and help to having complex care needs being met in their home environment. Gone are the days when people retire to nursing or residential homes in their twilight years. Many older people have a preference to remain at home and do not know where to turn to in order to receive support.
At Havant Homecare we can provide a varied and wide range of care service to suit individual situations. Please do not hesitate to call us to discuss your personal situation to see how we can help.
Mobility and infections are some of the biggest problems adults face today, with increasing numbers of people experiencing recurrent falls and infections. All our staff are trained to support customers with these and other difficulties to ensure that people continue to live their lives the way they want to as safely as possible.
Please note: We cannot provide live in care services or care services to people under 18.
What we do
Havant Homecare provide a range of homecare services including but not limited to:
Personal Care
As people get older it can become difficult for us to continue doing our normal daily activities. At Havant Homecare we support and where necessary provide intimate care to ensure that a person meets their personal hygiene needs. We are discreet and provide dignity and respect throughout the personal care process. We can support a person with personal hygiene needs, using the toilet or continence aids, bathing and showering. This is not an exhaustive list and we are happy to discuss a persons needs with them.
Medication Support
We support with medication administration and monitor it in real time to ensure safety. We do not take control of a persons medication where this is not need so that the person retains control and continues to be included in their treatment decisions. We do focus on safety and inclusion to ensure that the person keeps control as far as is practicable. We perform regular checks on electronic medication administration records to ensure safety and liaise closely with family, pharmacies and GP's where there is a need.
Companionship & Inclusion
Companionship & inclusion services are important to increase a person’s quality of life to promote independence and eliminate the feeling of being isolated or lonely. Home care isn’t always about complex care needs or full-time support and sometimes individuals need only to have a chat or for someone to spend some quality time completing an activity or for example having a cup of tea
Coming home from hospital
Coming home from hospital can be daunting especially if the person left in emergency circumstances. The home may be cold and the fridge filled with perishables no longer fit for consumption. We can support being discharged from hospital by preparing the home, providing a care package and withdrawing once the person is confident and safe to live alone again. People often return home with the CRT (Community Rehabilitation Team) in place for a time limited period and we can work with them to take over in the event that they withdraw their services.
Dementia Care
Dementia care can be lonely and challenging when night becomes day. Eating, drinking, medication and all manner of normal daily activities become difficult. A person living with dementia will go through an ever changing journey that will differ from day to day. The changes in a dementia journey requires constant assessment, support, understanding and adaptability.
Respite Care
Caring for a loved one full time can sometimes be tiring and demanding. Respite breaks are a great opportunity to relax and enjoy some time for you. Taking a break can benefit an individual and the person being cared for and reduces carer stress. It is important to take time to step away from daily duties and enjoy some time off from caring for example shopping, attending a social event or having your hair done.
Wellbeing Checks
Not everyone requires care to help them with daily living activities and for some people a wellbeing check is more appropriate. A wellbeing check is to simply ensure that a person has safely secured their home at night, put the bins out on the right day, check that medication has been taken, food and drinks are available and are designed as needed. Wellbeing checks provide peace of mind and reassurance to both the person receiving the wellbeing check and to their families.
Nutrition & Hydration
Supporting people to maintain their diets and dietary intake is integral to their general wellbeing and ability to continue living at home safely. Older people often reduce their food and fluid intake which can lead to infections and detrimental effects on their health and general wellbeing. We can support with ensuring people have access to food and fluids at the times necessary and will identify if there are concerns that need to be addressed to prevent future issues related to reduced food and fluid intake.
Equipment
More an more people are receiving care at home and use a variety of equipment to assist them. Living safely and independently as possible is achievable with the support of others when equipment forms part of a person life to do so. All of our team are trained in moving and handling of people and the use of their equipment
Pets
Those that live at home often have pets who are part of their family unit and who are important for the wellbeing of their mental health. We support people to ensure that their pets continue to be cared for and can remain firmly in the heart of the family.
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Please give us a call. We are always happy to discuss any queries over the phone.
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Havant Homecare has been rated as 'outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission.
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