Home care for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arthritis care at home — understanding rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a long-term autoimmune condition that causes pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints, affecting around 400,000 people in the UK. It is different from osteoarthritis, as it isn’t caused by wear and tear but instead caused by the immune system attacking healthy tissue in the body. While it can affect people of any age, it most commonly develops between the ages of 40 and 60.

One of the biggest problems with rheumatoid arthritis is that it doesn’t always stay in the joints, but can actually travel through the bloodstream and affect other areas, such as the lungs, eyes, and heart. Dealing with this autoimmune disease day to day can be both physically and mentally exhausting, as flare-ups are often intense and prevent individuals from being able to go about their lives. That’s why arthritis care is here to help.

What do people with rheumatoid arthritis struggle with?

People with rheumatoid arthritis often struggle with:

• Joint pain and stiffness (especially in the mornings)

• Reduced grip strength and dexterity

• Fatigue

• Difficulty with personal care and household tasks

• Reduced mobility

• Unpredictable flare-ups

• Mood-related symptoms like anxiety

All of this can make even seemingly simple tasks feel like climbing a mountain. Lots of people with rheumatoid arthritis find that living alone without support comes with too many challenges. That’s why arthritis care at home is so important, as it allows individuals to continue living independently while managing the overwhelming daily struggles and symptoms

Can I live a normal life with rheumatoid arthritis?

Yes, many people with rheumatoid arthritis live full and active lives at home when they receive the right arthritis support. While living with rheumatoid arthritis can understandably get in the way of normal home activities, live in arthritis care helps you manage daily challenges and reduce the risk of injury during flare-ups. So, you can maintain a quality of life that’s genuinely fulfilling while giving your loved one relief.

Not sure whether live-in care is the right option for your situation? Our team can help — call 01732 496715.

What our arthritis care at home includes

Our arthritis care at home focuses on managing unpleasant flare-ups and helping you live your life to the fullest with as little possible pain. A large part of the service involves helping with personal care, such as dressing, bathing, and grooming. All of this is managed with a gentle hand and a genuine understanding that patience is essential when a person has rheumatoid arthritis. On top of that, the arthritis support includes helping manage medication with reminders. Day-to-day, the nurses will help with general household tasks, too, such as assisting with light household tasks, transporting you to appointments, and preparing meals.

A large part of what our arthritis support home care team does is emotional support and companionship. Living with rheumatoid arthritis can often feel like you are blocked off from the outside world, but our care team is committed to always providing personal and friendly care. As there is only a small roster of nurses assigned to you, it means you’ll get to know them one-on-one.

If you choose Consultus’s live in arthritis care service, then it will also include specialist nursing services for more complex needs.

Why choose live-in arthritis care over a residential care home?

For many families, arthritis home care provides a more familiar, safe, and comfortable environment. These are the main reasons why so many find it the smarter choice for all the family.

• Familiarity: With live-in arthritis care, you can stay in familiar surroundings – your actual home. This provides a great deal of comfort and means you can continue with activities you love, such as tending to your garden or spending time with your pets.

• One-to-one care: When you choose arthritis home care, you receive one-on-one support, meaning the nurse can adapt to your specific needs. You’ll have their full attention, no matter the time of day.

• Cost: Many people don’t consider live-in care because of cost fears, but the reality is that the cost live-in care for arthritis is actually comparable to the cost of residential home care. For couples, it can even be more cost-effective.

• The home stays in the family: Leaving behind a home for residential care can be tough, as it might involve needing to sell the property. With live-in care, you not only get to keep living in that house, but you also ensure that it stays in the family. For many, this is incredibly important.

• Continuity: With live in care, we have a small rota that ensures you receive the same nurses over and over again. As such, you can make meaningful connections with them. Plus, they will get to know you and your needs on a more meaningful level, leading to true continuity of care.

How to arrange arthritis home care with Consultus Care

Simply get in touch by calling our team on 01732 496715 or requesting a callback on our website to get started with arthritis home care. We will offer a free consultation, which involves discussing your needs with rheumatoid arthritis, whether it’s for you receiving care or a loved one. This is important so that we can assign the right carer. If you move forward with our services, then the care begins, and the team here at Consultus Care manages everything, from carer matching to ongoing monitoring.

Arrange arthritis care at home today — call our team on 01732 496715 or click to request a callback. We are here to help you find the right solution.