Stroke Care
Adjusting to life after a stroke can be challenging. You or someone you care about may feel tired, scared about the future or angry that it has happened.
Sorted Healthcare can provide the extra home care and support you need to overcome these obstacles. Our dedicated staff are knowledgeable about practical, emotional and social support to help you live a normal, independent life.
Every year around 150,000 people in the UK suffer a stroke. It can affect anyone of any age, although 75% of cases affect people over 65. A family history of stroke, diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure can increase the risk of stroke.
Everyone’s experience is different. That’s why we constantly ask about your priorities and preferences. Together with you, we develop a tailor-made home care and support plan that helps you achieve your individual goals and live the life you want. You are always in charge because it is your home and your decision
Our list of services includes:
- Rehabilitation support Encouragement to relearn skills and new ways of doing everyday tasks
- A pleasant start to the day, including help with washing, dressing and eating breakfast
- Support to participate in meaningful activities, such as visiting friends and family or going for walks
- Help with household tasks such as cleaning, shopping and washing
- Support with taking your medication and/or making sure you have enough of it in stock
- Reducing the risk of future strokes by preparing nutritious meals and providing the necessary support to eat and drink properly
- A nightly phone call to lull you to sleep
- 24-hour care at home to allow carers to take short-term time off or provide longer-term care
Our Care Professionals also work closely with GP’s , nurses and social workers to provide end-of-life care.
So you can be sure your loved one is well cared for in their final days
What is a stroke?
A damaged blood vessel or blood clot that restricts blood flow to the brain can cause a stroke. Each person is affected differently depending on the location and severity of the damage to the brain cells.
The consequences of a stroke and the help needed for recovery.About one-third of stroke survivors develop aphasia. This disorder affects communication skills, including speaking, reading, writing and comprehension. It does not affect IQ and is therefore very bothersome. Some people also notice a loss of memory or concentration. Sorted Healthcare’s trained care team uses a variety of communication techniques and aids to help people express their wishes.
When organising your home care and support, we determine what will be most effective for you
You may lose control of your bladder or bowels. This may cause you to feel ashamed. We can assure you that our staff will respect your dignity while maintaining utmost confidentiality.
Although atypical, despair, anger or the inability to regulate your own emotions are normal reactions to the shock of a stroke. These behaviours can be exacerbated by worries about health or returning to work and the side effects of medication. In the family, there may be a change in personality traits or behaviours.
At Sorted Healthcare, we listen to what you and your loved ones are experiencing, and we help you regain control by being patient and attentive.
The physical effects of a stroke include seizures, weakness or paralysis, often on one side of the body, or unconsciousness on one side of the body, and excessive fatigue. Our high-quality home care services offer practical help in mitigating the negative effects of these disorders.