Motor Neurones Disease Home Care
In Bromley, Croydon, Westerham, Sevenoaks and South East London.
Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Care within Nightingales Home Care services in Bromley, Croydon, Westerham, Sevenoaks, and South East London is a specialised and holistic approach to supporting individuals living with Motor Neurone Disease. Nightingales Home Care acknowledges the unique challenges faced by individuals with MND and provides tailored care to meet their specific needs and preferences.
Nightingales HomeCare offers a comprehensive range of services designed to promote the well-being and enhance the quality of life for individuals living with Motor Neurone Disease. This includes personalised assistance with activities of daily living, meticulous medication management, mobility support tailored to individual requirements, and coordination with healthcare professionals specialising in MND care.
Our Care Assistants undergo specialised training to understand the complexities of Motor Neurone Disease and provide compassionate care that addresses the diverse symptoms, such as muscle weakness, difficulty with mobility, speech difficulties, and potential respiratory issues. Their expertise ensures individuals with MND are safe, comfortable, and supported in the comfort of their own homes.
At Nightingales HomeCare, we recognise the significance of maintaining a positive and engaging environment for individuals living with Motor Neurone Disease. Our caregivers engage in activities tailored to each person’s abilities and interests, stimulating cognitive function, encouraging physical activity, and fostering social interaction, all of which contribute to overall well-being and symptom management.
The Nightingales Team works closely with individuals with Motor Neurone Disease and their families to develop personalised care plans that address their specific needs, goals, and desires. This individualised approach empowers individuals with MND to maintain their independence, dignity, and overall quality of life, ensuring they receive support that aligns with their unique circumstances.
By providing specialised Motor Neurone Disease care, Nightingales HomeCare aims to enhance the well-being and comfort of individuals living with MND. Our dedicated and compassionate care team supports clients throughout their journey with MND, ensuring they receive the necessary assistance and support to live meaningful and fulfilling lives at home.
What is the role of a carer for someone living with Motor Neurones Disease?
A carer assists your loved one with everything from cooking and cleaning to bathing and dressing, allowing them to maintain their independence and well-being.
Household chores
Assist with dressing
Personal hygiene
Preparation of meals
Prompting for medication
Companionship
At Nightingales, our commitment to maintaining the highest standards for our carers is unwavering. We conduct a thorough selection process that includes comprehensive background checks and in-person evaluations. However, the most critical question we consistently ask ourselves is, “Would I confidently entrust this individual with the care of my own mother?”
When you choose us, rest assured that you’ll be matched with a caregiver who is not only qualified and experienced but also highly trustworthy. Our live-in carers possess extensive expertise in their field and regularly undergo training to stay updated with the latest best practices.
Every carer undergoes meticulous vetting and interviews, and they all successfully complete enhanced DBS checks, ensuring that they are dependable, punctual, friendly, and helpful. Our recruitment process revolves around selecting individuals we would wholeheartedly trust to care for our own families.
Your satisfaction with the care provided by our carers is of the utmost importance to us. We are fully dedicated to hiring the best and providing you with the peace of mind you rightfully deserve.
DBS Background
Check
Checking their background to ensure that you can entirely trust them.
Training
We require all of our carers to complete our in-house training program, which covers everything from basic care skills to Parkinson's care.
Personality
We look for carers who are kind, compassionate, and patient.
Help with funding
Personal Health Budgets (PHBs) in the NHS
Continuing Healthcare on the NHS is for people who have long-term health problems.
It covers all of your medical expenses.
As a result, you should always double-check your eligibility.
Direct Payments from the Council
Many people pay for care through local government financing. Your eligibility is determined by your requirements and financial situation. With Direct Payments, you can regain control of your finances.
Savings and assets
Most families use their savings if they are not eligible for government aid. Alternatively, you might use the equity in your house to help pay for your care.
If you're interested in learning more about funding for Motor Neurones Disease care, please call Nightingales on 0800 612 9132. We're happy to provide free advice, whether you choose us or not. We're confident that you'll find us to be a refreshingly easy company to deal with.
How does care for Motor Neurones Disease work?
- Schedule your complimentary consultation now. Our care assessments are provided completely free of charge, whether you decide to proceed with our care services or not. During the consultation, you will have the opportunity to speak with an experienced member of our team who can discuss available options and assist you in determining if home care is the best fit for your needs.
- After your telephone consultation, we’ll kindly request you to complete an application form and care assessment either online or via post. This comprehensive assessment covers every aspect of your loved one’s requirements, including medication, health needs, dietary preferences, and preferred interests. Based on this valuable information, we will create a personalised care and support plan for your loved one.
- During the agreement and matching stage, our team will collaborate closely with you and your loved one to find a suitable and well-suited carer based on their unique needs, preferences, and requirements. Before finalising the arrangement, we’ll ask you to complete an agreement online or via post.
- Once we have found an appropriate carer, we will promptly send you their profile. This will provide you and your family with sufficient time to review the carer’s qualifications, experience, and availability, ensuring a confident decision.
- Upon selecting the right candidate, we’ll arrange a fitting start date for the carer to commence their duties. To ensure a smooth settling-in period, one of our live-in care managers will accompany the carer into your loved one’s home.
Frequently asked questions
Motor Neurone Disease Home Care involves providing professional support and assistance to individuals living with MND in the comfort of their own homes. The focus is on maintaining comfort, independence, and enhancing their overall quality of life.
MND Home Care services may include assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility support, respiratory care, pain management, communication aids, emotional support, and coordination with other healthcare professionals.
Trained and qualified caregivers, home care aides, nurses, physiotherapists, speech therapists, and other healthcare professionals provide MND Home Care services. They work together to create a tailored care plan to address the specific needs of individuals with MND.
Yes, MND Home Care services can be adapted to accommodate changes in the person’s condition and needs as MND progresses. Care plans are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure they remain effective in managing symptoms.
MND Home Care offers the advantage of personalised care in the familiar environment of one’s home, which can contribute to emotional well-being. It allows for better symptom management and increased comfort for the individual.
The frequency of caregiver visits for MND Home Care will depend on the individual’s needs and the agreed-upon care plan. Visits can range from a few hours a week to round-the-clock care, depending on the level of support required.
Yes, MND Home Care can assist with communication difficulties by providing access to communication aids and techniques to enhance communication between the individual, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
Choosing the right service is important
Free assessment & try before you buy
We offer a free assessment service where we will come to your home and discuss your exact needs with you and your relatives, and answer any questions you may have. You can then try our service for one hour without charge* so you can make sure you’re fully sure. To arrange your free, unpressured and totally without obligation assessment simply call 0800 612 9132 or Complete our Online Form below.
*A comprehensive assessment must be conducted before the complimentary visit, which will include the review of Personal Care Documentation. The free trial offer is exclusive to Personal Care services and does not extend to Cleaning Only services.
Call us on 020 8466 9664 for more information on Motor Neurones Disease Home Care
We’re here to help, so if you’d like to know more please call us. We guarantee you won’t be in any way pressured; we’ll just listen to your questions and share the benefit of our 30+ years of experience. Only if you decide you’d like to take things further will we then arrange for one of our team to visit you in your home for a free assessment. Our phone lines are open between 9am and 5pm, although there is 24 hour support once our service starts.