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Live-in nurse for care of stroke patient

lordnoah · 2023-08-04 11:13:27

Recently one of my relatives had a serious stroke and has returned home. However it is very difficult for his family to care for him for a number of reasons. Of course there is the option that he would move to a nursing home, but his family would like him to remain at home. Does anyone one if it is possible to arrange a…

04-08-2023 11:13am

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lordnoah

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Recently one of my relatives had a serious stroke and has returned home. However it is very difficult for his family to care for him for a number of reasons.
Of course there is the option that he would move to a nursing home, but his family would like him to remain at home.
Does anyone one if it is possible to arrange a 'live-in' nurse/carer who would help take care of him? Or where should I even look for something like this.
Apologies if this is a stupid question or if it has been asked before. I really don't know a lot about this kind of situation, but it is becoming very stressful.

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#2 11-08-2023 5:44pm

The Gardener

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Sorry to hear about your relative, having been in a slightly similar situation I would start by contacting one or more of the Home care agencies such as Home Instead, Bluebird, etc. They should be able to advise you based on the severity/medical needs of your relative.

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