Specialist arthritis care at home
If you’re living with arthritis, having a bit of extra support at home can go a long way.
Living with arthritis can sometimes be quite a hindrance to your independence – especially when you are going through an arthritis flare-up. But that doesn’t mean that you or your loved one has to forego any of your home comforts to accommodate your condition.
With a number of different types of arthritis, the condition can also come with its own complications and uncertainties. With arthritis care at home, we’ll be there to provide bespoke person-centred support that is available whenever you need it.
Why choose Helping Hands for arthritis care?
With 36 years’ experience, it’s no wonder we’re the UK’s most trusted home care provider.
We’ve been providing dedicated home care services to thousands of families across England and Wales since 1989. Our dedicated home care focuses on allowing you to live independently, confidently and comfortably in the home that you love.
With care visits available from as little as 30 minutes all the way up to overnight and live-in care, we can give you the support you need to enjoy the best possible quality of life with arthritis.
Our promises:
Every carer employed by us
As a private care provider rather than an agency, we employ, train and look after all our carers and ensure they’re fully background checked
Industry-leading carer training
Every new Helping Hands carer is enrolled on our industry-renowned training programme, equipping them to provide visiting care to people of all needs
Family values
We were founded as a family-led business, and a strong family focus remains at the heart of our identity as a care provider
A fully regulated service
Our arthritis care service is fully regulated and accredited by the CQC and CIW, giving you total peace of mind
Local to you
We’ve got over 155 branches across England and Wales and we’re still growing, which means your local Helping Hands team is never too far away
Kind, compassionate carers
We believe that it takes a special type of person to be a truly exceptional carer, which is why we only hire the most empathetic, dedicated candidates
Osteoarthritis causes and symptoms
Affecting over nine million people in the UK, osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis in the UK and usually develops in adults in their mid-40s or older.
Osteoarthritis can affect your life in many different ways, but there are actions you can take to help alleviate any problems that it’s causing. Depending on the severity of your condition, you can work with an occupational therapist to establish the aids and adaptations that are available to support you at home.
Causes
Osteoarthritis can affect your life in many different ways, but there are actions you can take to help alleviate any problems that it’s causing. Depending on the severity of your condition, you can work with an occupational therapist to establish the aids and adaptations that are available to support you at home.
Symptoms
Osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of your bones breaks down. This damage can lead to pain, swelling and problems around the joint. Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness and swelling, and tenderness or a ‘crackling’ sound’ when moving.
Rheumatoid arthritis causes and symptoms
Rheumatoid arthritis affects approximately 400,000 people in the UK. It is usually diagnosed in those aged between 40 – 50 years old and is most common amongst women.
Rheumatoid arthritis can often bring about flare-ups where your symptoms get significantly worse for a period of time. If you are experiencing a flare-up, you can help to alleviate some of your discomfort with gentle exercises, putting heated or cold items on the joint and letting those around you know so that they are able to support you.
Causes
Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the body’s immune system targets the affected joints. There are several things that may increase your risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, such as genes, hormones and smoking.
Symptoms
The most common symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include a throbbing and aching pain, stiffness and swelling, but additional symptoms may include fatigue, high temperature or fever, and a poor appetite.
Helping you remain independent at home
Our arthritis care service focuses on helping you to continue living independently at home.
Despite it being one of the ‘invisible illnesses’, arthritis can cause a lot of disruption to your daily life. Whether you are in your elderly years and struggling with your mobility or you are in your mid-40s and finding it difficult to manage work, children and the pain and stiffness in your joints, independence can sometimes be difficult to achieve with arthritis.
This can be frustrating and upsetting, especially if you want to be able to enjoy playing football in the garden with your children or taking your beloved canine companion for a walk around the park.
Home care supports you to:
Stay on top of the housework
Your carer can help out with any aspects of the housework you’re struggling to complete, as well as preparing delicious, nutritious meals at the times that suit you
See loved ones when you wish
You’ll be able to see family and friends at the times that suit you – whether visiting or hosting. Plus, you’ll get the added bonus of having a friendly companion in your home.
Maintain your routines and hobbies
Whether you’re part of a club, love a board game with friends, go to church every week or enjoy a sunny walk, your carer can support you to maintain a normal life.
Your care options with Helping Hands
We offer personalised support that is fully tailored to your needs and preferences.
With dedicated home care from Helping Hands, we understand how important it is for you to remain independent – which is why we create personalised care packages that give you the support you need to continue to live your life entirely on your terms.
Our friendly team of advisors will talk you through all the options for arthritis care and work closely with you and your loved ones to build a package of care that allows you to live as comfortably and independently as possible in the comfort of your own home.
Visiting Care
Not only will your assistant support your lifestyle choices, they can help out with the housework – as well as preparing delicious, nutritious meals
Live-in Care
Our live-in assistants are friendly, fun and empathetic, and will be matched specifically to you so that you’ve got a friend as well as a carer
Respite Care
Short-term support to provide specialist care cover when your regular carer needs a holiday or is unavailable on a temporary basis
Why opt for home care?
Many families opt for care at home because it gives them control over their support.
Home care allows you to remain in the home that you love and continue living life on your own terms, safe in the knowledge that you’ve got private carers providing you with all the care and support that you require.
Some of the many benefits of home care include:
Personalised support
Domiciliary care allows you to enjoy a personalised care plan that ensures you’re always getting the right support for your needs and wishes
A holistic approach
Our holistic approach means no stone is left unturned in your care plan, so you’ll get the emotional, practical and physical support you need
Stay in a familiar environment
Many people relish the chance to remain in the comfortable, secure surroundings of home whilst receiving the additional support they need
Spend more time with loved ones
You’ll be able to choose when your family and friends visit, and your carer can assist with hosting duties – including getting your home spick and span
One-to-one care
Care at home gives you the opportunity to receive personal one-to-one support from your own carer, meaning you’ll always have their full attention
Maintain your routines and hobbies
Domiciliary care allows you to continue living life on your own terms, which includes keeping up all your favourite hobbies, routines and activities
How to arrange arthritis care
We know that arranging care can be a daunting process, which is why we focus on making it incredibly straightforward to organise support with us. Call our team today to begin your journey.
Speak to our team
Our friendly, knowledgeable team can answer your questions and talk you through your options. We are available 7 days a week.
Book a free care assessment
Your local Helping Hands care manager will visit you to understand your needs and preferences and discuss how we can help. We can visit you at home, in hospital or even a care home to carry out the care assessment.
Confirm your care package
We create a tailored care plan for you to review. Once you’ve agreed the plan, we can organise care in as little as 24 hours.
A fully regulated home care provider
Here at Helping Hands, our service is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW)
This means we need to consistently meet high standards and are monitored by our regulators.
