Multiple sclerosis care
Exceptional multiple sclerosis (MS) care at home for over 60 years
Multiple sclerosis care
Caring for a loved one with multiple sclerosis (MS) requires patience, understanding, and specialist support. At Consultus Care and Nursing, we recognise the complex challenges that MS can present and are dedicated to providing tailored live-in care that allows your loved one to stay in the comfort of their own home. Our experienced carers and nurses offer compassionate and expert assistance, helping your loved one maintain their dignity and independence as they navigate the unpredictable course of the disease.
What is multiple sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that affects the central nervous system, disrupting the flow of information between the brain and the rest of the body. It occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering of nerve fibres, leading to inflammation and damage. MS symptoms can vary widely but often include fatigue, difficulty with balance and coordination, muscle weakness, and problems with vision or sensation. These symptoms may come and go, or gradually worsen over time. While there is no cure for MS, there are treatments and support available to help manage the condition and maintain a good quality of life.
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Give us a call to discuss your needs with one of our friendly, expert Care Advisors. They will guide you through your options to ensure you make the right choice for you and your family.
Types of MS
What is Multiple Sclerosis care at home?
MS live-in care is a specialised service designed to support individuals living with Multiple Sclerosis, a chronic neurological condition that affects the central nervous system. MS can cause a wide range of symptoms, including fatigue, mobility issues, muscle spasms, and cognitive changes. As the condition progresses, care needs may increase, requiring ongoing support.
Our live-in care service focuses on improving your loved one’s quality of life by addressing both the physical and emotional impacts of MS. We assist with daily activities, symptom management, and provide companionship, all while allowing your loved one to remain in the familiar and comforting environment of their own home.
Our MS live-in care service is comprehensive, ensuring that your loved one’s needs are met as the condition evolves. Our care plans are personalised to suit the specific requirements of each client and are adaptable as care needs change
Our multiple sclerosis live-in care typically includes:
Personal care: Help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and continence care, ensuring your loved one’s comfort and dignity are preserved.
Medications support: If you receive care from a carer we introduce to you, whilst they are trained to support a person with their medications, we do not manage or oversee medication regimes. With our fully managed service, carers are trained in medications management and there is oversight from your Care Consultant, which is beneficial particularly if you have a complex medications regime.
Mobility assistance: Supporting movement around the home, getting in and out of bed, and using mobility aids to prevent falls and maintain independence.
Meal preparation: Preparing nutritious meals that cater to your loved one’s dietary needs, ensuring they receive the right nutrients to support their health and energy levels.
Companionship: Providing emotional support and companionship to help your loved one manage the psychological impact of living with MS.
Exercise and rehabilitation: Assisting with prescribed exercises and physical therapy to help maintain mobility, strength, and flexibility.
Household tasks: Taking care of everyday chores like cleaning and laundry, so your loved one can focus on their health and well-being.
Benefits of MS live-in care
When it comes to choosing the best care option for your loved one, deciding between live-in care at home and moving into a residential care or nursing home is a significant decision. Live-in dementia care offers several advantages over receiving care in a care home setting, particularly in terms of quality of life and the level of personalised attention your loved one will receive.
How we provide MS care at home
At Consultus Care and Nursing, we offer three distinct live-in care services for those living with MS. We are committed to ensuring our clients receive the right level of care that meets their needs, whilst providing choice as to how their care arrangement is managed.
Introductory live-in care
With our introductory live-in care service, we recruit a self-employed carer who works in your home for you, independently of us. In contrast to our managed live-in care service, with introductory care, we do not direct, supervise or manage the carers we introduce to you, and the carers are paid directly by you.
Managed live-in care
Our fully managed live-in care service is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England, which results in regular inspections to ensure the care we provide is of the highest standard. We fully manage the service, which means carers are supervised, managed and monitored by us when working in a client’s home.
Why choose Consultus Care and Nursing?
One of the longest-established and most trusted providers
Founded in 1962, we have always been innovators in live-in care and live-in nursing. With over 60 years’ experience, we are one of the country’s longest-established, most highly recommended and experienced providers.
Unrivalled choice and control over your care
We understand that every person’s needs are different and every family’s situation is unique. With our choice of fully managed live-in care and nursing, and our introductory service, we offer more flexibility and personalisation than any other provider.
Highly trained nurses and carers
We are nationally recognised for the quality of our nurses and carers. With market-leading training, delivered at our own, multi-award-winning training centre (a Skills for Care Centre of Excellence), they provide exemplary, compassionate care tailored to individual needs, offering total peace of mind for clients and their families.
Expert care and support, dedicated to you
Our Care Consultants oversee our nursing and managed care services supporting only a small number of families. This means our service is truly personal, with unrivalled support and continuity of care. Reassurance that we are there when you need us most.
Family-founded, family-owned
We continue to be a family-owned and family-managed business. The largest wholly family-owned live-in care provider in the UK, we focus on what our clients and their families need from a high-quality care service, not on meeting investors’ expectations.
How much does MS care at home cost?
The cost of live-in MS care varies depending on the level of care required and your loved one’s specific needs. We believe in transparent pricing with no hidden fees, so you understand exactly what to expect.
Navigating the costs of care can be overwhelming, which is why our Care Consultants are here to help you explore your options and find the best solution for your family.
For a personalised quote and to discuss your loved one’s needs in more detail, please contact us.
Our compassionate team is here to guide you through the process and ensure your loved one receives the care they need.
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