Coming home from hospital is often a relief; you’re sleeping in your own bed and back in your own space. For some, though, returning to ‘normal’ isn’t always that easy.
Our reablement care in Liverpool is designed to be the helping hand you need to safely and comfortably transition back to everyday life. We can help with following your hospital physio plan to feeling confident making your own cup of tea again.
If you’ve recently returned from hospital or have a loved one who’s just been discharged, there’s no shame in asking for a bit of support. Get in touch with us today.
What is Reablement Care?
Reablement care is a short-term care service that supports people after a hospital stay, surgery, illness or fall.
It’s designed to help people regain physical skills, such as walking or dressing, without simply doing the task for them. Unlike home care, which is more long-term support, reablement care typically lasts for up to six weeks.
Our Reablement Care in Liverpool
We focus on rebuilding the skills you need to live an independent everyday life, whether that’s feeling confident walking up the stairs or not struggling to get out of bed in the morning.
Our reablement care is tailored to your specific needs following your hospital treatment or surgery, but there are plenty of areas we can support with, including:
- Washing, bathing and getting dressed
- Support with exercises from physiotherapists or occupational therapists
- Getting comfortable with walking aids
- Eating and drinking well
- Preparing meals
We work with you to help you rebuild independence in everything from popping to the corner shop to taking your dog for a walk again.
Who Might Benefit from Reablement Care?
Coming home from hospital can be overwhelming, but it’s not always easy to know when it’s time to ask for some support.
For some, it’s the difficulty of walking after knee surgery that prompts the need for help, while others might be struggling at mealtimes after a stroke. There are plenty of reasons why you might benefit from reablement care, such as:
- Recovering from a fall, trip or minor injury
- Regaining mobility after surgery or an accident
- Loss of confidence following a long illness
- Extra support while awaiting a long-term care assessment
Reablement care isn’t just for the patient; it benefits families, too. Having a carer on hand to help your loved one transition from hospital to home can put your mind at ease. For more information, explore our Who We Support page.
How to Access Reablement Care
The last thing you want to deal with after a lengthy or difficult hospital stay is a complicated process to get support in place.
We make it as easy as 1, 2, 3… literally.
1. Call Us
First, simply give our friendly team a call and let them know the service you’re looking for and who needs it.
2. We Assess Your Needs
We’ll visit you at home to see the level of care that’s required and how we can best support you.
3. Your Care Begins
We’ll create a plan that suits your needs to a T, adjusting as we go, if necessary.
Areas We Cover
As a local Merseyside business, we’re passionate about supporting people across Liverpool, Southport and beyond.
We’re based in Bootle and Southport, but we’re happy to travel to homes outside these areas, too. As such, we can support you whether you’re in Birkdale, Formby, Ainsdale, Crosby, Anfield, Fazakerley or elsewhere.
Don’t see your area listed above? Simply give us a call to let us know you need reablement care in your area and we’ll see how we can help.
What Happens When Reablement Care Ends?
Reablement care is designed to be short-lived, but what happens when circumstances change and additional support is needed? Don’t worry, as you have options:
- Home Care: If you feel you or a loved one needs longer, more intensive support, you can look into home care. Home care provides similar support on a more permanent basis and, where possible, with the same care team.
- Respite Care: For families of those with care needs, respite care gives you a much-deserved break, while still ensuring your loved one gets the care they need.
Don’t suffer in silence. If you think you or a loved one might need continued support once reablement care has finished, let us know. We can work out the best approach.
Why Choose Mountbatton Care for Reablement?
Choosing the right reablement care service is important, as you’ll want a team you can truly trust. We believe that’s us.
Our team has over 20 years of experience in delivering high-quality, professional and compassionate care across Merseyside. We are CQC-registered and have a rating of ‘Good’. Don’t just take our word for it; see what our clients have to say.
Reach Out for Reablement Care in Liverpool & Southport Today
Here at Mountbatton Care, we believe everyone deserves a safe, steady transition from hospital to home — that’s where our reablement care in Liverpool comes in.
We’re dedicated to helping people get back on their feet after a hospital stay, whether you’re recovering from surgery or illness. Get in touch with us today to see how reablement care could form part of your recovery or that of a loved one.
Call us on 0151 920 5797 for Liverpool, or if you’re in Southport, dial 01704 231 231. Alternatively, email us at info@mbcare.org or fill out our contact form for a call back.
Reablement Care in Liverpool FAQS
Yes, we provide reablement care in Liverpool and Southport. Wherever you are in Merseyside, get in touch to see how we can help.
Reablement care is short-term support, usually lasting up to six weeks. On the other hand, home care is ongoing support for as long as required. They cover similar aspects of care, but reablement care helps you regain control, while home care helps you maintain it.
Yes, of course. If you’d like to arrange reablement care for a loved one who’s due to leave hospital or has recently had a fall, just give us a call.
No, as we’re a private care team, you won’t need a referral for our services. You can reach out to us directly, whether it’s for yourself or a loved one.