Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the fourth leading cause of mortality and the twelfth leading cause of disability. In the UK alone, 3 million people have COPD, and almost 2 million are undiagnosed. Once their disease has reached a certain level of progression, these patients need 24/7 help and care to carry on with their daily life tasks.
What is COPD?
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an inflammatory disease of the respiratory system, which primarily obstructs airflow out of the lungs. Its typical symptoms include cough, wheezing, chest pains, shortness of breath, and mucus (sputum) production. Smokers and people exposed to fumes in the air, irritating gases, or particulate matter are more likely to develop COPD. It is worsened if the patient has some other respiratory problems, such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Live in care for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD-care is a service that provides round the clock care in the comfort of your own home. Our highly trained carers will ensure that your needs are met and that you receive the best possible care.
24 hour care is beneficial for COPD patients as it allows for better management of symptoms and reduces the need for hospitalization. It also provides reassurance and companionship, which can be particularly important for those who live alone.
Live-in Care Direct provides a range of services for COPD patients including personal care, medication management, household tasks, assistance with mobility, and companionship.
Yes, Live-in Care Direct can provide specialized care for COPD patients. Our carers are highly trained and experienced in managing the symptoms of COPD and can provide tailored care to meet your individual needs.
Live in care for COPD patients allows you to stay in the comfort of your own home while receiving the care you need, whereas nursing homes are institutional settings. Live in care also provides one on one care and companionship, while nursing homes may have a higher staff to patient ratio.
The cost of live in care for COPD patients varies depending on the level of care needed and the individual's circumstances. Live-in Care Direct offers competitive pricing and can provide a personalized quote.
Yes, family members can be involved in the care of COPD patients. Our carers work closely with family members to ensure that the best possible care is provided and that everyone is informed and involved in the care plan.
Our carers at Live-in Care Direct are highly trained and qualified in care for COPD patients. They hold the necessary qualifications and certifications and receive ongoing training to ensure they are providing the best possible care.
Yes, live in care for COPD patients can be arranged quickly. Live-in Care Direct has a team of dedicated care coordinators who can arrange care within 24 hours if needed.
Live-in Care Direct stands out for COPD patients because of our focus on individualized care and our commitment to providing the best possible care. We work closely with clients and their families to ensure that their needs are met and that they receive personalized care that is tailored to their specific situation.
What makes this condition scary and worrisome is that it is chronic. That is, it progresses slowly, steadily, and only gets worse with time. Only to worsen it more, its symptoms cannot be noticed until the patient ages above 50, and the disease has damaged the lungs for the most part.
So, it won’t be incorrect to say that there is no cure or permanent healing of this chronic condition. The most we can do is manage and treat it well so that we limit its rate of progression. This way, the damage to the body can be slowed down, and the patient goes on well with his life activities for a longer time.
For that purpose, some people believe that they can manage the disease at home themselves. However, this can be risky in two ways:
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You may not be medically aware enough to treat the condition and the patient well
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It takes up a lot of your time and energy when looking after a loved one with COPD.
COPD Live-in Care at Live-in Care Direct
Live-in Care Direct, a UK-based live-in care agency specializing in providing professional and exemplary care services for UK residents.
For COPD, pulmonary rehabilitation, daily medications, regular doctor visits, and oxygen use are the essential elements of COPD care. And then, there is the knowledge of various COPD medication devices that only a professional knows. Live-in Care direct offers you carers professional training and sufficient experience to live-in and take care of your loved one.
What is Important in COPD Live-in Care?
Our copd caregivers understand that a COPD patient progressively loses control over his physical activities and daily routine since the breathing and associated health issues become a predicament. And this makes the patient feel dependent and worthless, taking a toll on his self-esteem, which should not be ignored at any cost.
COPD caregivers at Live-in Care Direct are trained to take care of the patient with dignity, respect, and affection since mostly they are the elderly ones. Our caregivers have a very holistic approach to the patient where they not only manage the condition or the disease, they keep a check on the patient as a whole functional human being, while engaging the family members. This makes shared care or treatment which is more effective in most cases.
