Mental Health Home Care Services

Supporting independent living for those with mental health illnesses

1 in 4 people in the UK are diagnosed with a mental health problem, and with the increasing numbers of people being diagnosed, it is important that access to home care and support is available

We understand that mental health issues can seriously affect daily living and quality of life.

What is mental health illness?

Mental illness can affect all people of all ages form young children to the elderly. It is different in everyone and there are many differing cases; some are inherited genetically, whilst others are brought on by lifestyle or events.

Without the right support and interventions, a mental health illness can prevent individuals from enjoying life.

Some of the more commonly know mental health problems are:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Eating Disorders
• Phobias
• Bi Polar Disorder
• Schizophrenia
• Multiple Personality Disorder (MPD)
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Mental health illness can cause individuals complete or partial dysfunction within their daily lives; they may have trouble managing their medication, get into debt, become more reclusive and withdrawn, personal hygiene and appearance may suffer, and many other reasons that may also prevent social engagement, further reducing self esteem.

How can home care help with mental illness?

Although we cannot provide the psychiatric and therapeutic help that is required for mental health illness recovery we do help with the day – to – day things that may have become more difficult such as;

• Support, friendship and emotional encouragement
• Help with washing and personal appearance
• Medication management
• Support with social activities
• Housework and light domestic duties
• Preparing and cooking meals
• Planning activities
• Help with household bills / money management

Home Care, part of the whole solution

We provide person centred care and support with a focus on outcomes to achieve ‘self defined recover’ that considers how each person wants to live within the context of their mental health condition. We also team up with case workers, social worker, family member, friends and others working with individuals to support them to reach their goals. We track progress and goals and match staff to individuals ‘ preferences and locality. We help to promote better health with nutrition and lifestyles choice suggestions; promoting an active life for people with mental health issues. We also encourage independent living whether that is to retain, or gain independence.

Our home care workers will help to support the local approach to safeguarding of people with mental health issues.

We encourage people with mental health issue to have their say about the support they receive and provide support based on dignity and respect. We work with people who are in receipt of Direct Payments, individual budgets, Individual Service Funds and services purchased wholly or partly by the local council.

Find out how we can help you today

If you would like a chat or more information about our Mental Health provisions, you can contact your local team or call 01772 325352 to discuss your requirements at a time that suits you