Whether hereditary or acquired, neurological conditions can impact a person’s independence and quality of life. People living with neurological conditions often experience difficulties in performing everyday tasks and activities and may need support across various aspects of their lives, from personal care to medication management.
Neurological care is a type of complex home care. It is designed to support individuals with ongoing substantial health needs, such as chronic illnesses and disabilities, and following hospital treatment.
For more information surrounding care for complex health conditions, take a look at our complex care guide.
What is neurological care?
Neurological care is a form of complex care which encompasses specialist care tailored to a variety of different neurological conditions. Depending on the neurological condition and its degree of severity, the type of care and support needed will vary from person to person.
Neurological care is designed to help with the management of symptoms and difficulties encountered by individuals living with neurological conditions. Neurological disorders are categorised as conditions affecting the brain and central nervous system. Abnormalities within the brain, spinal cord, and nerves can result in symptoms such as paralysis, difficulties with coordination, seizures, and feelings of confusion. These symptoms and many more can make carrying out everyday activities more challenging.
Neurological care provides much-needed support to those living with neurological conditions. A specialist carer can provide personalised care to help manage symptoms and improve overall quality of life. Whether that’s help with mobility issues or getting around to gentle reminders regarding medication management, a home carer is there to ensure that your loved one can remain in their own home with dignity and independence.
Neurological care typically includes:
- Help with personal care such as bathing, toileting, and dressing
- Meal preparation
- Mobility assistance
- Medication management
- Transportation to and from hospital appointments and social activities
- Light housekeeping
- Companionship
Who is neurological care for?
Individuals living with neurological conditions can benefit from specialised neurological complex care. The level of care an individual requires is dependent on their condition and the severity and progression of the neurological disorder. Neurological care is designed to support individuals living with the following common neurological conditions:
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Bell’s palsy
- Brain injury and trauma
- Cerebral palsy
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Dementia
- Depression
- Epilepsy
- Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Huntington’s disease
- Hydrocephalus
- Mental health disorders
- Motor neurone disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Muscular dystrophy
- Neuropathy
- Parkinson’s disease
- Seizures
- Spinal cord injury
- Stroke
- Vertigo
There are many different types of care offering specialised support for people living with certain health conditions. Trinity Homecare also provides personalised dementia care, disability care, and complex care services, ensuring that your loved one receives the right care for their specific health needs and preferences.
Find out more about the different types of care Trinity Homecare offers and how these could help support your loved one.
Why is neurological care important?
Specialised neurological care is essential for individuals living with neurological conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. People living with these conditions commonly experience symptoms such as confusion, loss of balance, and coordination difficulties. Mobility and cognitive issues can greatly affect an individual’s ability to carry out everyday activities and tasks, making living alone challenging and potentially unsafe.
Neurological care allows an individual living with a neurological disorder to overcome the challenges of their specific health condition. It can be provided through many different forms, from live-in care and visiting home care to residential and nursing care. The key is to find the most suitable type of neurological care provider for your loved one’s specific needs and preferences.
How can a private live-in carer help
A private live-in carer can help individuals living with neurological disorders live a life filled with choice and independence. Here are some of the benefits of hiring a private live-in carer to help with the neurological care of your loved one:
- Retain a sense of independence
- Remain in the home they love
- Avoid the stress of moving home and selling up
- Maintain regular routines, hobbies and interests
- Stay close to neighbours, friends and family
- Round-the-clock care and support
- Complete peace of mind for you and your loved one
- Personalised one-to-one care
- Matched with a carer with experience and expertise in neurological care
For more information on private live-in care, take a look at our guide to live-in care.
Trinity Homecare’s neurological care services
While neurological conditions pose a whole host of challenges to those living with these disorders, there is comfort in knowing that neurological care can help. By enlisting the support and assistance of an experienced neurological carer, the symptoms and changing nature of these conditions can be expertly managed.
Trinity Homecare is a fully managed care agency with an ‘Outstanding’ CQC rating, placing Trinity amongst the top 4% of all nationwide care companies in England. With this in mind, you can rest assured that your loved one will receive the highest standard of care and specialist support for any neurological conditions they are living with.
If you have any questions about arranging neurological care or hiring a private live-in carer, simply get in touch with our helpful and knowledgeable care team.
Arranging nationwide neurological care or live-in care with Trinity is straightforward. Simply follow these five steps:
- Call our care team
- Undergo a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your care needs and arrange a care assessment
- After the assessment, a plan of care is created
- A well-suited carer is found and placed
- Care can be adapted at any time
