We proudly offer the following
Services
01.
Personal Care
Personal care encompasses a variety of support services that assist with daily personal tasks while upholding dignity and respect. At Pentagonia Healthcare, we are committed to ensuring that those we support have full control over their care, always seeking consent as a fundamental right. Our services adhere to the Fundamental Standards, ensuring compliance with the Care Act 2014 and all relevant regulatory requirements.
Our personal care services typically include:
Assistance with getting up in the morning and preparing for bed
Support with washing, including showers, baths, bed baths, and full basin washes
Help with drying, dressing, and selecting clothing of choice
Oral hygiene and personal grooming, such as shaving and haircare
Skin care, including maintaining skin health and applying lotions or creams
Continence care, including support with toileting, changing continence pads, catheter care, stoma care, convene care, and maintaining aids such as commodes and urinary bottles
Our homecare workers receive specialised training in ‘Person-Centred Care,’ ‘Oral Health & Hygiene,’ and ‘Dignity & Respect’, ensuring they are fully equipped to deliver care in a way that meets your personal preferences and needs.
02.
Live in Care
Asking for help can be challenging, but it’s not a sign of weakness. Pentagonia Healthcare believes that seeking assistance can enhance one’s quality of life physically and emotionally without losing independence or dignity. They offer a way to receive reliable care in the comfort of one’s home, providing flexibility to enjoy time with loved ones.
What can regular care mean for you or your loved one?
- Alleviate the pressure on the family, particularly the primary caregiver.
- Offer comfort and peace of mind to family members who are far away.
- Promote and enhance the independence of your loved one.
- Create a system of regular care calls scheduled at mutually agreed-upon times each day.
- Through regular visits, caregivers establish and nurture relationships with clients, fostering an anticipation for their future visits.
What services can we provide?
- Daily care
- Live in care
- Palliative care
- Personal Assistants
- Hospital Discharge
03.
Night and Day Sitters
We have day and night sitting services available, to ensure you or your loved one receive continuous care and companionship when needed most. Whether it’s overnight support, reassurance during the night, or daytime supervision, our trained carers are there to offer assistance, comfort, and peace of mind, tailored to your individual needs.
04 .
Practical help and domestic support
Practical Help & Domestic Support
At Pentagonia Healthcare, we understand that maintaining a clean and organised home is essential for both health and well-being. A tidy environment can enhance overall happiness and help prevent infection. We work closely with you to identify the tasks you need support with, creating a personalised plan that fits around your existing care arrangements.
Our domestic support services include:
Hoovering
Mopping floors
Laundry
Ironing
Bed making & changing
Feeding & caring for pets
Emptying bins & putting them out for collection
Changing and disposing of continence items
Surface cleaning & sanitising
Looking after white goods
Disposing of out-of-date food
Dusting
Cleaning bathrooms & wash facilities
Maintaining houseplants
In compliance with COSHH regulations (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002), our homecare workers are unable to use products containing strong irritants, such as bleach, sulphuric acid-based drain cleaners, or oven cleaners with hazardous fumes.
Our aim is to support you in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and hygienic home environment while respecting your personal preferences.
05 .
Support with medication
We understand the importance of managing medication safely and effectively. Our trained carers can assist with medication administration, ensuring you take the right medication at the right time. We also offer support with collecting prescriptions from the pharmacy, organising medication, and providing reminders, giving you peace of mind that your health needs are always met.
06 .
Accompanying to hospital and GP Appointments
We’re a proud provider of chaperoning, transportation, and mobility assistance to ensure you attend hospital, GP, and other medical appointments safely and on time. Our trained carers can escort you to and from appointments, assist with mobility needs, and provide support throughout your visit, offering reassurance and helping with communication if needed. We are here to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
