Having consistent care for a loved one, even when they go into hospital is crucial to speedy recovery. The carers registered with Otus Live-in Care are dedicated to caring for their clients, whether this be in their own home or in hospital. Professional live-in carers, like those registered with Otus, should welcome John’s Campaign which highlights the need for people suffering with dementia – often confused and frightened people for whom a stay in hospital can be unnerving – to have the right to a carer or loved one to be with them.
Dementia is an often frightening and lonely condition. Being in hospital surrounded by unknown noises, people and routines can be a fearful experience even for the relatively healthy. For a dementia sufferer a change in environment and care provider can be an extremely anxious experience. Having someone who you trust with you, and more importantly who knows what you need as an individual to keep you calm and allay fears, is a vital part of keeping a hospital stay as effective as possible.
John’s Campaign highlights some very worrying statistics – for example a quarter of all hospital beds are currently occupied by people with dementia. So is it any wonder that nurses and other hospital staff are stretched to the limit? Other stastitics recently reported as part of dementia awareness campaigns suggest that over 700,000 people in the UK have dementia and over two thirds of these have Alzheimer’s.
John’s Campaign – www.johnscampaign.org.uk – is fighting for the right of people with dementia to be supported by their carers in hospital. Dementia lead at Imperial College Healthcare NHS trust covering Charing Cross and Hammersmith hospitals Jo James, has welcomed the initiative. As a result of John’s Campaign, every ward has a poster on its door welcoming carers. More NHS Trusts need to take this initiative on board.
Otus Live-in Care is a privately owned company offering a bespoke service introducing personal live-in carers and companions to clients in their own homes. We are dedicated to help provide support for those who want to remain living in their own home independently, but with the security that they have someone living with them to deliver support and provide companionship. To find out more about how a live-in carer could help you or a loved one maintain a healthy lifestyle whilst retaining your independence and remaining in your own home, visit our website www.otusliveincare.com, call us on 01403 710119 or email [email protected].