Live in Care | Case Studies
Vascular Dementia, Banstead | Ian
When Ian’s wife died unexpectedly it soon became apparent to his son that Ian could not cope by himself. Ian (81) was admitted to a care home for his own safety, and whilst he was well looked after he missed the familiarity of his own home and his trips out. He became increasingly depressed and began to lose a lot of weight. He was also diagnosed with vascular dementia and his son wanted a carer with specialist dementia training. So Better at Home were asked to help.
We gave some practical advice on Ian’s house to make it a safer place to live in. Trip hazards were removed, grab rails were installed, the house was de-cluttered and better lighting was installed.
We introduced the potential HomeCarer to Ian whilst he was still in the care home. Ian cheered up when he finally realised he would finally be going home.
Now Ian is back in his own home and has begun to enjoy life again. With the help of his carer he gets out and about. His weight loss has stopped and his mood is much better.
Spinal Stroke, Esher | Jenny
Jenny sadly suffered a spinal stroke in her 40s and has very restricted mobility. As an ex-nurse she knows what makes a good carer. Better at Home provides a live in carer to provide companionship and to assist with all aspects of personal care. Better at Home also provide a second carer to assist with her transfer out of bed in the morning and back into bed in the evening. As well as looking after Jenny, the live-in care makes sure her two dogs are well kept.
Multiple Sclerosis, Woking | Clive
Clive suffers from multiple sclerosis and has been married to Gladys for 30 years. Better at Home provide a HomeCarer for an hour each morning and 30 minutes in the evening. The HomeCarer works with Gladys to assist Clive to wash, dress and transfer in and out of bed using specialist equipment. Three weeks a year Gladys visits her sister in canada. During this time Better at Home provides a live-in carer so she can have a well deserved break.
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