NHS England Innovative Practice Award – for developing an admission avoidance service model
Since 2021, we have prevented 3500+ service users from being re-admitted into hospital through our Rapid Response Service.
| Reduced Package of Care (POC) | 47% |
| Discharged with No POC | 38% |
| Taken Over By Reablement Team | 5% |
| Admitted into Hospital | 5% |
| Taken Over By Reablement Team | 3% |
| Moved to Nursing/Care Home | 2% |
In Bedfordshire, under a sub-contract
with ELFT, we provide rapid response
and reablement homecare services
We have been awarded zonal partners
and shadow strategic partners with
Oxfordshire County Council.
We are also preferred and approved
providers in Central Bedfordshire &
Bedford Borough.
As we grow older, remembering things and handling daily activities can sometimes become more difficult. Dementia is a broad term that refers to various neurological conditions affecting the brain, which tend to progress over time. Although there are numerous types of dementia, Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia are among the most common. In the UK, an estimated 900,000 people are living with dementia, a number projected to rise significantly in the coming years. This specialised care is vital for those who need comprehensive, individualized attention to maintain their quality of life and manage the progressive nature of dementia conditions.
Our caregivers at Mega Nursing and Care are highly trained and skilled in supporting individuals with all forms of dementia. They provide expert assistance with personal care, household chores, and companionship, helping you manage daily tasks and maintain control for as long as possible. We prioritise delivering care in the comfort of your home, and all our caregivers complete rigorous specialised dementia training before they begin. Our team will help structure your day, establish a routine, and assist with tasks such as medication reminders, dressing, social activities, and meal preparation. The level of support is tailored to your specific needs and the stage of dementia you are in. Our caregivers are dedicated to helping you maintain your independence for as long as possible.
Dementia care is critically important for several reasons, encompassing the well-being of the individuals affected by any form of dementia. Here are the key points:
- Quality of Life: Dementia care enhances quality of life by maintaining dignity, confidence, and independence, countering the loss of self-esteem often associated with dementia.
- Safety and Security: Specialised care provides a safe environment, reducing risks associated with confusion and forgetfulness common in dementia.
- Emotional and Psychological Support: Professional care offers crucial emotional support, addressing anxiety, depression, and isolation experienced by those with dementia
- Support for Caregivers: Dementia care services provide essential respite for caregivers, preventing burnout and ensuring sustainable care.
- Social Engagement: Care often includes social activities that help maintain connections and potentially slow symptom progression.
- Specialised Care: Trained professionals offer tailored care using specialised techniques to manage symptoms and improve cognitive function.
- Legal and Financial Assistance: Dementia care services often help navigate complex legal and financial matters, ensuring comprehensive support for individuals and families.
The Gold Standard Framework (GSF) is a widely used training program and accreditation process focused on enabling high- quality delivery of palliative and end-of-life care, both in hospitals and community/home settings
We aim to ensure our clinical teams, protocols, and care pathways meet best practice standards for providing comprehensive, compassionate palliative and end-of-life care to patients being treated at
| Reduced Package of Care (POC) | 47% |
| Discharged with No POC | 38% |
| Taken Over By Reablement Team | 5% |
| Admitted into Hospital | 5% |
| Taken Over By Reablement Team | 3% |
| Moved to Nursing/Care Home | 2% |
In Bedfordshire, under a sub-contract
with ELFT, we provide rapid response
and reablement homecare services
We have been awarded zonal partners
and shadow strategic partners with
Oxfordshire County Council.
We are also preferred and approved
providers in Central Bedfordshire &
Bedford Borough.
~ Gary G. - Power of Attorney of Service User
Our Health Care Assistants undergo the highest standard of comprehensive training in medical skills, equipment use, emergency response, patient education, communication, infection control, and cultural competence.
All completed training is signed off by our Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Our service runs 7am-10pm daily, including weekends, with 24/7 on-call coverage and a single point of access for all referrals.
By collaborating and partnering with various healthcare providers who are already involved in community-based care, this service aims to create integrated, multi-disciplinary care pathways
This allows for smooth care transitions, sharing of information and assessments, and a comprehensive, coordinated approach to treating patients intensively in their home environment while avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions.
The Gold Standard Framework (GSF) is a widely used training program and accreditation process focused on enabling high- quality delivery of palliative and end-of-life care, both in hospitals and community/home settings
We aim to ensure our clinical teams, protocols, and care pathways meet best practice standards for providing comprehensive, compassionate palliative and end-of-life care to patients being treated at
