Stroke Support at Home in Stoke-on-Trent

Stroke is a serious medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is cut off, causing damage to the brain cells. Stroke can affect anyone, but it is more common in older people and those with certain risk factors, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking and heart disease. According to the Stroke Association, there are over 1.2 million stroke survivors in the UK, and around 100,000 strokes happen every year.

Living with stroke can be challenging, not only for the person with the condition, but also for their family and friends who may provide care and support. Many people with stroke wish to remain living in their own homes for as long as possible, where they feel comfortable and familiar. However, as stroke can cause various physical, cognitive and emotional problems, they may need more help with daily tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating, taking medication and keeping safe.

At Honorable Care, we understand the difficulties that stroke can bring, and we are here to help you and your loved ones cope with the changes and challenges that may arise. We are a domiciliary care service based in Stoke-on-Trent, providing high-quality care and support to people with stroke and other conditions in their own homes. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and we follow the best practice guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).

Let’s explore how we can help you and your loved ones with stroke support at home, what the benefits of home care for people with stroke, and what are the steps to arrange home care with us.

What is home care and how can it help people with stroke in Stoke-on-Trent?

Home care is a type of care that is provided by trained and experienced carers in the person’s own home. Home care can be flexible and tailored to suit the individual’s needs and preferences. Home care can include:

• Personal care: This involves helping the person with stroke with tasks such as getting up, washing, dressing, toileting, grooming and oral hygiene.

• Medication support: This involves reminding or assisting the person with stroke to take their prescribed medication at the right time and in the right way.

• Meal preparation: This involves preparing nutritious and tasty meals for the person with stroke, taking into account their dietary needs and preferences.

• Domestic help: This involves helping the person with stroke with household chores such as cleaning, laundry, ironing and shopping.

• Companionship: This involves spending time with the person with stroke, engaging them in conversation, activities and hobbies that they enjoy and stimulate their mind.

• Respite care: This involves providing short-term or occasional care for the person with stroke, giving their family or regular carers a break from their caring responsibilities.

Home care can help people with stroke in many ways, such as:

• Enhancing their quality of life: Home care can help the person with stroke to maintain their dignity, independence and comfort in their own home. Home care can also help them to stay connected to their family, friends and community.

• Reducing their stress and anxiety: Home care can help the person with stroke to cope with the changes and challenges that stroke can bring. Home care can also provide them with a sense of security and familiarity in their own home.

• Supporting their physical health: Home care can help the person with stroke to look after their physical health by ensuring they have a balanced diet, adequate hydration, regular exercise and proper medication management.

• Supporting their mental health: Home care can help the person with stroke to look after their mental health by providing them with emotional support, social interaction, cognitive stimulation and meaningful activities.

What are the benefits of home care for people with stroke compared to other types of care?

There are different types of care available for people with stroke, such as residential care homes or nursing homes. However, home care has some advantages over other types of care, such as:

• Personalisation: Home care can be personalised to suit the individual’s needs and preferences. The person with stroke can choose when they want to receive care, how much care they need, what type of care they want and who they want to provide it. The person with stroke can also have more control over their daily routine and lifestyle choices.

• Continuity: Home care can provide continuity of care for the person with stroke. The person with stroke can have a consistent team of carers who know them well and understand their history, personality, likes and dislikes. The person with stroke can also have a consistent environment that is familiar to them and has their personal belongings.

• Flexibility: Home care can be flexible to adapt to the changing needs of the person with stroke. The person with stroke can increase or decrease the amount of care they receive as their condition progresses or as their circumstances change. The person with stroke can also change the type of care they receive as their needs and preferences change.

• Affordability: Home care can be more affordable than other types of care, depending on the level of care required and the funding options available. The person with stroke can pay for home care privately, or they may be eligible for financial support from the local council or the NHS, depending on their income and assets.

How can you arrange home care for yourself or your loved one with stroke?

If you are interested in arranging home care for yourself or your loved one with stroke, you can contact us at Honorable Care and we will be happy to assist you. The process of arranging home care with us is simple and straightforward:

• Step 1: Contact us: You can  fill in our online enquiry form to get in touch with us. You can also call us at 01782 528 086. We will answer any questions you may have and arrange a free consultation with you.

• Step 2: Consultation: We will visit you or your loved one at home to assess your needs and preferences, discuss your options and create a personalised care plan for you. We will also conduct a risk assessment of your home to ensure it is safe and suitable for home care.

• Step 3: Matching: We will match you or your loved one with a team of carers who have the right skills, experience and personality to provide you with the best possible care. We will introduce you to your carers and ensure you are happy with them.

• Step 4: Start of care: We will start providing you or your loved one with home care according to your care plan. We will monitor and review your care regularly to ensure it meets your expectations and satisfaction. We will also communicate with you and your family regularly to keep you updated and informed.

Why choose Honorable Care for stroke support in Stoke-on-Trent

At Honorable Care, we are passionate about providing high-quality stroke support at home to people in Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas. We have many reasons why you should choose us for stroke support at home, such as:

• Our values: We are a values-driven organisation that puts our clients at the heart of everything we do. We value compassion, respect, integrity, excellence and innovation in our work. We treat our clients as individuals and respect their choices and wishes. We strive to provide the best possible care and support to our clients and their families.

• Our staff: We have a team of dedicated, professional and friendly staff who are trained and experienced in stroke care. All our staff undergo rigorous recruitment, vetting and induction processes to ensure they meet our high standards. All our staff receive ongoing training, supervision and support to ensure they deliver high-quality care. All our staff are DBS checked and insured for your peace of mind.

• Our service: We provide a comprehensive range of services to meet the diverse needs of people with stroke. We provide personal care, medication

support, meal preparation, domestic help, companionship and respite care. We provide flexible and personalised care that can be adapted to suit the changing needs of people with stroke. We provide 24/7 support and emergency response to ensure our clients are safe and well.

• Our reputation: We have a reputation for providing high-quality stroke support at home in Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas. We have received positive feedback from our clients and their families who appreciate our service. We have also received recognition from the CQC, who have registered us as a provider of domiciliary care services.

How can you find out more about stroke support at home?

If you want to find out more about stroke support at home, you can contact us at Honorable Care and we will be happy to provide you with more information and advice.

You can also find out more about stroke support at home from other sources, such as:

• The Stroke Association: This is the UK’s leading charity for people affected by stroke. They provide information, support, research and campaigning on stroke issues.

• NHS: The NHS provides advice, services and resources on health issues, including stroke. You can visit their website or call NHS 111 for non-emergency medical advice.

• InterAct Stroke Support: This is a charity that provides reading services to stroke survivors online or over the phone. They aim to improve the quality of life of people affected by stroke through literature and conversation.

We hope this has given you some useful information and insights on stroke support at home in Stoke-on-Trent and how we can help you and your loved ones. If you have any questions or comments, please please feel free to contact us or fill in the contact form below. We would love to hear from you and assist you in any way we can.