What do bariatric services at home include?

A bariatric carer at home is the perfect option for you if do require daily care and assistance but you’re not quite ready to make the move to a care residence. Bariatric care services at home also take the pressure off your loved ones, who while they are happy to help when and where they can, are most likely not equipped with the skills and experience that a professional bariatric carer will offer. Your loved ones have their own routine and day to day activities they need to focus on, a bariatric carer takes care of your needs when and where you need them. The added support around your day to day life will mean you are able to live as independently as possible, without feeling like a burden on your loved ones to get essential tasks done and remain in your home and community for as long as possible.

Flexible one on one care in your home

With Guardian Carers, your bariatric nursing at home will provide completely personalised, one on one care in the environment you feel most comfortable, your home. Moulding to your needs, a bariatric care service ensures your needs are being met and you remain independent within your home and community. Available to you on both live in or live out arrangements as well as either full time or part time means that no matter what you’re looking for, what you need assistance with, there is a bariatric carer for you. As your care needs develop and change, your carer can develop and change alongside with you.

Your focus can be directed to the aspects of your life that are important to you, whether that's your loved ones or a hobby you are passionate about.

Expert and specialised care

Bariatric services at home are essential if you are managing a more serious health issue that can come with obesity or bariatric surgery. Bariatric carers are specifically trained and have years of hands on experience managing these illnesses on a day to day basis, they will provide you with a deeper understanding than your loved ones might be able to provide.

They will also be more experienced that your loved ones may be in dealing with more challenging situations that might arise. They are also able to guide you through the changes that happen within yourself, provide you with reassurance and an understanding shoulder to lean on.