Physical disability care services tailored to your needs
Physical disabilities have a substantial impact on one's life, yet they do not completely overwhelm one. So, why keep yourself from living life to the fullest?
What is a physical disability?
A physical disability is a complex experience that reflects the interaction between a person's body and the social characteristics of their environment. Typically, a long-term physical disability impairs the ability to move, complete tasks, or learn new skills; these can include brain or spinal cord injuries, respiratory disorders, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, hearing and visual impairments, and many more.
It is vital to highlight that defining a physical disability encompasses not only the physical condition but also the emotional impact on daily life, such as the ability to do work activities. A person may be born with a physical disability or develop one later in life due to an accident, an injury, a disease, or as a consequence of a medical condition.
Our carers at Nurses Group Homecare in Yeovil understand the value of living a purposeful and meaningful life. Our dedicated support staff assists you in dealing with your physical disability while also encouraging you to improve your mental health.
What causes a physical disability?
Physical disabilities impact people's lives differently; even the causes of physical disabilities vary. The following are the causes of a physical disability:
1. Hereditary or congenital
A person with a hereditary or congenital physical disability has had the condition since birth, developed it because of inherited genetic problems, issues with muscle cells, or suffered an injury during birth.
2. Acquired
A person can acquire a physical disability through severe accidents, brain injuries, infections, diseases, and as a side effect of disorders and other medical conditions, such as stroke and dementia.
Who needs physical disability care services?
Many people in the UK are currently suffering from physical disabilities. Below are the people who require physical disability care services:
1. Limited mobility
Physical disability care helps increase mobility and potentially regain movement. This can be achieved through physiotherapy and mobility aid equipment around the home.
2. Wheelchair-bound
Some physical disabilities can leave you bound to a wheelchair, leaving you dependent on a carer for the rest of your life. However, with the help of physical disability care services, you can gain some control over your life with little assistance for everyday chores.
What are the various physical disability care services Nurses Group Homecare offers?
At Nurses Group Homecare, it is important not to measure the impact of physical disability by its symptoms but rather to look at how each physical disability affects the quality of life. Although physical disabilities may make certain tasks complicated, that doesn't mean that people should suffer. Nurses Group Homecare offers carers and partners who are highly experienced in working with a range of conditions.
Our professional carers have undergone specialised training to provide care for physically disabled clients and are able to work closely with other healthcare professionals such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and GPs to provide a comprehensive care package. We work closely with our clients and their families to design a tailored care plan so as to ensure that the care provided will be appropriate and effective for them.
We take great pride in providing highly responsive care services that provide reassurance that we are always available to address any issues that may arise. Below are some of the physical disability care services offered by Nurses Group Homecare:
- Help you keep in touch with friends and family, go to school, college, or clubs, or indulge in a favourite hobby.
- Maintain your health and fitness by going to medical appointments and going to the gym.
- Maintain your autonomy by managing your finances, going shopping, or paying your bills.
- Maintain a daily routine, such as getting up and going to bed at the same time every day.
- Help with household tasks like laundry and ironing to keep your home clean and tidy.
- Better value for money than care homes.
- Support with all personal care, including washing, dressing, and others.
- Complex emotional support both for you and your families.
- Flexibility: fluctuating symptoms mean every day is different, so our services are completely flexible to accommodate your changing wishes and needs.
- Care and support from staff who are specialised in providing physical disability care services.
Live-in care services for those with physical disabilities
Nurses Group Homecare provides live-in care if you or your loved one need full-time assistance, meaning you will have care and support round-the-clock. We carefully match carers to clients so that a positive rapport can be built based on trust and mutual understanding. Nurses Group Homecare prioritises the comfort, happiness, and dignity of our clients and their families.
Our carer can provide personal care and light housekeeping tasks, along with ensuring that your dietary needs are met. When you or a loved one has a physical disability that impairs mobility, it is critical to address accessibility and safety in their home or living space. Remember that not all physical disabilities are the same, so support services must be tailored to the individual's specific requirements.
Nurses Group Homecare is happy to discuss your needs and how our services can meet and exceed your expectations. We know that there are certain aspects of life where you would still like to maintain your independence, and our carer will respect your wish by maintaining consent and understanding what you need while delivering care services and what you prefer to do on your own.