Stroke Care
In Bromley, Croydon, Westerham, Sevenoaks and South East London.
Stroke Care within Nightingales Home Care services in Bromley, Croydon, Westerham, Sevenoaks, and South East London is a specialised and comprehensive approach to supporting individuals who have experienced a stroke. Nightingales Home Care understands the unique challenges faced by stroke survivors and provides personalised care to meet their specific needs.
Nightingales Home Care offers a wide range of services designed to promote the well-being and enhance the quality of life of stroke survivors. This includes assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, mobility support, and coordination with healthcare professionals.
The Care Assistants at Nightingales Home Care undergo specialised training to understand the complexities of stroke care. They are skilled in managing post-stroke symptoms such as mobility issues, muscle weakness, speech difficulties, and cognitive challenges. Their compassionate care ensures that individuals feel safe, comfortable, and supported in their own homes.
Recognising the importance of creating a positive and engaging environment for stroke survivors, caregivers engage in activities that stimulate cognitive function, promote physical rehabilitation, and encourage social interaction. These efforts contribute to overall well-being and assist in the recovery process.
The Nightingales Team collaborates closely with stroke survivors and their families to develop personalised care plans that address their specific needs and goals. This individualised approach helps stroke survivors regain independence, maintain dignity, and improve their overall quality of life.
By providing specialised stroke care, Nightingales Home Care aims to enhance the well-being and comfort of stroke survivors. Their dedicated and compassionate care team supports clients throughout their stroke recovery journey, ensuring they receive the necessary assistance and support to live fulfilling lives at home.
What is the role of a carer for someone who has experienced a stroke?
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, we uphold the utmost standards for our carers. Our commitment to reliability begins with comprehensive measures such as background checks and in-person evaluations. However, the ultimate question we consider is, “Would I entrust this individual to care for my own mother?”
Rest assured that when you choose our services, your caregiver will be qualified, experienced, and trustworthy. Our live-in carers possess extensive field experience and regularly undergo training to stay updated on the latest best practices.
Each carer undergoes meticulous vetting and interviews, and they all successfully pass an enhanced DBS check. You can rely on them to be punctual, friendly, and supportive. Our selection process is designed to hire only those individuals we would wholeheartedly trust to care for our own families.
We firmly believe that you will be satisfied with the exceptional quality of care provided by our carers. Our dedication lies in hiring only the best, ensuring that you experience the peace of mind you truly 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.
Home care funding
Help with funding your home care
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 home 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 home care work?
- Reserve your complimentary assessment. Our care assessments come at no cost, regardless of whether you choose to proceed with our services. During this session, you’ll have the opportunity to speak with an experienced team member who can explore your options and assist you in determining if home care is the ideal solution for your needs.
- After your telephone assessment, we’ll request you to complete an application form and care assessment, available either online or via post. This comprehensive assessment will encompass all aspects of your loved one’s requirements, including medication, health needs, dietary preferences, and preferred interests. Based on this information, we’ll develop a personalised care and support plan tailored to your loved one’s specific needs.
- Progressing to the agreement and matching stage, our team will collaborate with you and your loved one to find a suitable and compatible carer based on their individual needs, preferences, and requirements. Before finalising the arrangement, we’ll ask you to complete an agreement either online or via post.
- Once we identify a suitable carer, their profile will be sent to you, giving you and your family sufficient time to review their qualifications, experience, and availability.
- Subsequently, we’ll coordinate 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
Home care for stroke clients involves providing professional support and assistance to individuals who have experienced a stroke within the comfort of their own homes. The aim is to help them regain independence, manage their recovery, and enhance their overall well-being.
Home care services for stroke clients may include rehabilitative therapies, medication management, assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), speech and language therapy, mobility support, wound care, and emotional support.
Yes, home care for stroke clients is flexible and can be adapted as they progress through their recovery journey. The care plan is regularly reviewed and adjusted to meet changing needs and goals.
Home care offers several advantages, including the comfort of familiar surroundings, reduced risk of infections, individualised attention, and the opportunity for family members to be actively involved in the patient’s recovery.
The frequency of visits from healthcare professionals will vary based on the patient’s specific needs and recovery progress. Initially, the visits may be more frequent and reduce as the patient becomes more independent.
Yes, home care for stroke clients addresses not only physical needs but also emotional well-being. Healthcare professionals and caregivers provide support, encouragement, and companionship to help clients cope with the emotional challenges of their recovery.
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 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.