A stroke can have a life-changing effect on both your loved one and their immediate family. Our carers are experienced in providing after-stroke care, supporting you to stay in your own home.
STROKE CARE AT HOME
What is after-stroke care at home?
A stroke can have a life-changing impact on a person, meaning they may not be able to care for themselves properly or live life the way they want without support.
After-stroke care takes a person-centred approach, allowing your loved one to stay in the comfort of your own home, with an expert carer helping out with daily tasks.
After-stroke care is designed to allow a person to recover quicker, focusing on getting better and spending time with their family. Experiencing a stroke doesn’t mean your loved one needs to move into a care home, we help them to maintain their independence whilst receiving expert care.
Why might after-stroke care be needed?
A stroke can affect a person in a variety of different ways. From physical to emotional support, people that have had a stroke need help to recover and get back on their feet. Proper recovery prevents the risk of another stroke, making care such an important aspect of rehabilitation. A stroke can cause anxiety and depression, having a carer there can minimise any distress and take the stress away from daily life. Physical and cognitive implications can also make it difficult for someone to live alone.
What does our after-stroke care include?
Strokes affect people differently; therefore, we offer a flexible approach to rehabilitation and stroke care, fitting in around specific routines. Whether it’s help with physiotherapy exercises, mobility, or household tasks such as preparing meals and cleaning, we can help. But we don’t just focus on the practical side of rehabilitation, we also provide all the motivational and emotional support your loved one needs to restore confidence and make positive progress.
Our carers also help with personal care issues in an extremely sensitive and professional manner – from toileting and bathing to washing and continence care. We also provide companionship and a listening ear at a time when your relative will need it most.
FAQ’s
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The benefits of after-stroke care are extensive, ranging from physical to emotional, they’ll help your loved one recover with minimal disruption to your daily routine.
- Recover quicker – staying in a familiar environment with minimal disruption enables you to focus on recovery, with a carer taking care of daily life
- Maintain routines – regular routines are key to happiness and recovery, maintaining as much normality as possible
- Stay at home – staying in a familiar environment is beneficial to our mental health, with beloved pets, friends and family nearby
- Personalised care – we personalise care plans to your loved one’s condition, needs and personality, aiding recovery
- Companionship – having a companion helping out every day will prevent loneliness
- One-to-one support – benefit from having one dedicated carer focusing on your loved one’s recovery
This site is a good place to start if you want to know more.
A good explanation and an overview of symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stroke/
Headway is a great charity working with people with brain injuries.
https://www.headway.org.uk/about-brain-injury/individuals/types-of-brain-injury/stroke/
When it comes to choosing the right care for you and your family, nothing matters more than finding a solution that works for you. Elderly home care and residential care are both alternatives that you’re likely to consider, both offering similar services. But how do they differ?
Whilst residential care does offer 24/7 care support, live-in care offers all of the following benefits:
✔ One-to-one care from a dedicated carer
✔ 24/7 care support
✔ Stay in the comfort of your home
✔ Stay with your partner and all your possessions
✔ No accommodation fees
✔ Flexibility to choose between hourly visits or 24/7 care
COSTS
How much do home care services cost?
The cost of care can vary depending on your family’s individual needs and the level of care needed.
Live-in care starts at £1,650 per week. To get a more accurate idea of how much your family’s care will cost, you can contact our team, who will be able to point you to the service you need and explain the pricing structure in more detail.
The fees cover the cost of a personalised, fully managed care service, with the cost of a dedicated carer and care manager included.
ABOUT US
Why choose Ashridge Home Care?
The Ashridge Team
We have been rated as Outstanding in the Caring Category by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). With an overall rating of Good in all other categories for being safe, effective, well-led and responsive to people’s needs.
As part of our at-home service, we work closely with district nurses, hospitals, GPs, occupational therapists (OTs), families, and other healthcare professionals to create a personalised care plan and ensure your relative receives the highest quality care in the comfort of their own home. We also have a team of experts on hand to provide expert nursing and medical advice if and when required.
Our partnership with a local private GP service provides preferential rates for specialist professionals, such as private OTs, physiotherapists, and speech & language therapists, should they be needed. Having been rated as Outstanding in Caring by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), you can rest assured that our professional team will have your loved one back on their feet, whilst staying in the comfort of their own home.
We Guarantee to find a carer that you are happy with – if you are not happy we will replace your carer with someone else more suited.
HOW IT WORKS
What is the process for arranging home care?
Arranging live-in or visiting care shouldn’t be a difficult task which is why we’ve made the process simple.
All you need to do is fill in the form or give us a call on 01494 917 344.
We’ll then get in touch with you to discuss your loved one’s needs before assigning a dedicated care manager to visit their home and create a specialised care plan. You’re under no obligation to move forward with this plan. We always make sure that everyone’s on board before proceeding. Once the tailored care plan is in place, we’ll assign a carer who we feel best aligns with your loved one’s personality and requirements.
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