HFH Healthcare

Well done team! 🌟

We recently received feedback highlighting some great work in supporting our client.

At HFH Healthcare our care coordinators work closely with our clients, carers and nurse case managers to ensure that our care packages are organised and effective, improving the individual’s quality of life and independence, allowing them to lead happy and fulfilling lives.

Due to the nature of many of our client's complex health conditions, they require moving and handling to enable them to get them about, out of bed and to access the community.

Complex moving and handling involves techniques and equipment used to safely assist individuals with limited mobility, ensuring their comfort and safety while reducing the risk of injury to both client and carer.

This often includes managing medical devices such as ventilator tubing, catheters, and feeding tubes. All of our specialist carers are appropriately trained by their Nurse Case Manager in complex moving and handling. Their work is continually assesed and overseen, to ensure they can support their clients in the best way possible.

We felt this photo of NHS professionals who attended our latest continuing healthcare event hoisting our Commercial Director Matt Knight demonstrates this skill perfectly. and is too good not to share!

You can find out more about our specialist nurse-led training here 👇
https://hfhhealthcare.co.uk/specialist-nurse-led-training/

We’re searching for a new Paediatric Healthcare Assistant in the Frimley area to join our Team!

If you’re enthusiastic, reliable, adaptable and available for night shifts on an ongoing basis we’d love to hear from you!

We are looking for a live-in carer with 6 months of previous experience in complex care. but full training, supervision and support will be given to all successful candidates. Our client is a 7 year old boy who requires nebuliser care, oral suctioning and moving and handling.

What are the benefits?

✅ Excellent rates of pay- PAYE, no additional third-party administration.
✅ Hourly pay rates from £14-17.93 per hour*
✅ Enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays.
✅ Paid holiday.
✅ Consistent shifts: Working with one client per shift, no travel between multiple homes, generally for 12 hours.
✅ Regular working patterns: Averaging three days per week, 12-hour shifts equating to an average annual income from £26,200 to £28,950.

And more!

Our requirements:

📝 You must be over 18 to apply
📝 Have the right to work in the UK
📝 Flexibility on travel - some shifts may require you to drive or have access to public transport
📝 A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively
📝 An enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration

*Please note: Pay depends on their shift pattern (days/nights/weekends) and these rates shown are inclusive of holiday pay which is accumulated per hour worked.

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Epilepsy is a serious neurological condition that affects approximately 600,000 people in the UK.

Find out more about this condition, and how you can support individuals with epilepsy and other complex health conditions in our latest blog post!

https://hfhhealthcare.co.uk/how-to-care-for-someone-with-epilepsy/

How to Care for Someone with Epilepsy | HFH Healthcare This blog post covers what epilepsy is, how to support someone with this condition and what care options are available to them and how HFH Healthcare are specialists in nurse-led complex care for a range of complicated health conditions.

Does HFH Healthcare provide a refer-a-friend scheme?

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If you're interested in joining our team you can view our latest job openings here 👇

https://hfhhealthcare.co.uk/complex-care-jobs/

We’re searching for a new Healthcare Assistant/ Driver in the Buntingford area to join our team!

If you’re reliable, adaptable, and available for night shifts, including weekends on an ongoing basis we’d love to hear from you!

What are the benefits?

✅ Excellent rates of pay- PAYE, no additional third-party administration.
✅ Hourly pay rates from £14-17.93 per hour*
✅ Enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays.
✅ Paid holiday.
✅ Consistent shifts: Working with one client per shift, no travel between multiple homes, generally for 12 hours.
✅ Regular working patterns: Averaging three days per week, 12-hour shifts equating to an average annual income from £26,200 to £28,950.

And more!

Our requirements:

📝 You must be over 18 to apply
📝 Have the right to work in the UK
📝 Flexibility on travel - some shifts may require you to drive or have access to public transport
📝 A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively
📝 An enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration

This is an excellent opportunity to learn new skills, help vulnerable people live a more fulfilling life, and make a real difference to those who really need it!

Our client is male with a spinal cord injury, as well as catheter and NIV. We are looking for a live-in carer with experience in complex care. 6 months of previous care experience is preferable, but full training, supervision and support is given to all successful candidates.

*Please note: Pay depends on their shift pattern (days/nights/weekends) and these rates shown are inclusive of holiday pay which is accumulated per hour worked.

You can find out more about the role here

https://hfhhealthcare.occupop-careers.com/jobs/65aa67c4-d16b-4bea-a9b4-a08816d8a11e/apply

Congratulations to our latest Carer of the Month ⭐

Kamanda has been recognised for regularly delivering exemplary care.

A recent example of his commitment was when on short notice he agreed to step in and support an individual with whom he is familiar with their health needs routine.

Our client suffered a hypoxic brain Injury over 10 years ago and now relies entirely on caregivers for their care. Kamanda went home, packed his belongings, and went straight to the client's home for 3 weeks where he followed the extensive care plan meticulously.
The healthcare skills required included medication administration, behaviour management, feeding support and personal care.

Our client loves watching cricket and ball sports and taking part in quizzes. Kamanda's excellent work has been crucial to ensuring our client receives the vital mental stimulation they need daily and allowing them to enjoy all their favourite activities.

Our client's wife was very grateful for his exceptional work, expressing “He has been so great with my husband, I am impressed with how quickly he has adapted to all the new additions to his schedule”.

Well done Kamanda for representing HFH Healthcare in such a positive manner.

We are excited to announce our care team of the quarter. Well done to Justyna, Mariana, Agniezka and Nicoleta for their excellent work with client Jared!

Jared's team are always ready to support their client and other carers, and when a co-worker goes on holiday, they have happily covered shifts to support their colleagues. They have developed a strong connection with him, learned his routine and requirements well, and have shown exceptional caring ability at times.

Jared’s complex health requirements include tracheostomy with cough assist, medication administration, oral suctioning, cough assist and PEG feed.

He is non-verbal with quadriplegic cerebral palsy and dystonic movements, and requires assistance with his activities of daily living, such as showering, dressing and eating.

Jared loves music therapy, daytime TV (especially Wipeout)! family time and visiting Garden centres. Despite being non-verbal, he can indicate yes and no with arm movements and has an infectious smile.

Jared’s mum expressed that “It means a lot that I can trust my son with the care team.”

“I wish there was more I could do to thank everyone in the team for how they care about Jared and myself”.

Our care coordinators recently visited to present and award the care team with their certificates and gift bags for their excellent work.

Well done!

HFH Healthcare wants to say a massive thank you to everyone supporting us on our LinkedIn page for 3500 followers!

We continue to deliver excellent nurse-led complex care for our clients, improving their dignity, quality of life and independence.

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July is Good Care Month!

This month acknowledges the hard-working health and social care staff and the services they provide for those in need all over the UK, working with individuals, families, and communities to support them to have a better quality of life.

At HFH Healthcare we're grateful to our entire team over London and the Southeast for all their excellent work, from our office staff, to our on-site carers.

Our vision is to be an outstanding provider of expert clinical person-centred care for children and adults, and our mission is to work collaboratively with our clients and service commissioners to create a quality-focused, safe, and respectful environment where our clients can thrive.

We are rated as ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission for all categories: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

You can find more about this here https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-716889678

Brandon is a 14 year-old boy with a life limiting disease called Infantile Batten Disease. His parents were very worried about allowing a care provider to take care of their son.

Find out HFH Healthcare were able to support him in our latest case study… 👇

Brandon's Story | HFH Healthcare Brandon's story covers the story of a client with a condition called Infantile Batten Disease, and how HFH Healthcare supported his complex health requirements.

HFH Healthcare are members of the British Association of Brain Injury and Complex Case Management (BABICM).

As corporate associates of this professional body, we are committed to upholding the highest standards in providing specialised case management for individuals with brain injuries and complex care needs.

This membership reinforces our dedication to delivering expert, compassionate complex care, ensuring our clients with complex health requirements receive the best possible support from our nurse-led carers.

Today commences the start of World Wellbeing Week…

This week provides an opportunity to reflect on the importance of prioritising mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing in our daily lives. By doing so, we can all improve our overall wellbeing.

We're committed to supporting our clients wellbeing every day, ensuring they receive the best standard of care possible, tailored to their specific complex health requirements.

Happy World Wellbeing Week from HFH Healthcare!

We had a great time delivering our Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day on Tuesday!

HFH Healthcare hosted a workshop reaffirming our commitment to enhancing complex care. This nurse-led event proved vital for continuing care nurses and healthcare professionals, providing a comprehensive 5-hour Continuing Professional Development (CPD) session, complete with certification and the opportunity for attendees to complete a reflective account towards nurses' revalidation.

Presented by our HFH Onboarding and Clinical Teams, the event covered critical topics essential for managing spinal cord injuries such as:
• Management of a Neurogenic Bladder
• Bowel Management
• Understanding Autonomic Dysreflexia
• Emergency Care Plans: A Life-Saving Document
• Recruitment & Training
• Case Studies on Spinal Cord Injury

These sessions helped to refresh and develop healthcare professionals' knowledge and awareness support individuals with spinal cord injuries. The practical, nurse-led activities provided attendees with valuable hands-on experience.

A notable highlight was the interactive hoisting demonstration, featuring our Commercial Director, Matt Knight, where our attendees took part in hoisting him from the bed into a wheelchair!

Feedback from attendees included:

""I enjoyed the workshop and in particular found the autonomic dysreflexia management training really beneficial. Thank you HFH.""
""I found the workshop helpful, I learned a lot and enjoyed the topics covered. I would certainly recommend your events to other colleagues.""
""I found all aspects of the workshop excellent. The group exercises were the icing on the cake.""

100% of professional partners who attended would recommend this workshop to their colleagues!

HFH thanks everyone who came for their engagement and contributions and we look forward to welcoming you all to our next event.

⭐ It’s Learning Disability Week! ⭐

Join us in raising awareness and celebrating the unique strengths and challenges of individuals with learning disabilities. Let's work together to create a more inclusive and supportive community for everyone.

At HFH Healthcare, we are proud to support our clients with learning disabilities and complex health requirements, empowering them to lead fulfilling lives. Our dedicated team of nurse-led carers work hard to provide personalised care tailored to each and every individual, so they can 'thrive.'

To view stories about our clients with learning disabilities click below 👇
https://hfhhealthcare.co.uk/service/learning-disability-autism-care/

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads from HFH Healthcare! Your love, strength, and dedication inspire us every day.

🌟There’s less than a week to go until our next event and we’ve still got a few places left! 🌟

Join us for our Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day on June 18th, 10am-3:30pm at our Head Office in Wimbledon.

Don't miss out on our clinically-led workshop covering crucial topics such as neurogenic bladder management, bowel management, autonomic dysreflexia, and more.
This day is perfect for registered nurses looking to complete a reflective account towards their revalidation. It will provide 5 hours of continuing professional development with a certificate.

We received really positive feedback about our last event: A Home First Approach: Solutions to delays in complex care discharges’ and look forward to continuing to deliver events for our professional partners.

Secure your spot now! RSVP to: [email protected]

📍 Tuition House, 27-37 St. George’s Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 4EU

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Who do we support at HFH Healthcare?

Discover how we ensure a high quality of care for patients with varying complex health requirements by exploring our latest blog post 👇

What conditions do we care for? | HFH Healthcare This blog post covers the variety of conditions we care for at HFH Healthcare. Our remit covers Adult & Children services, Neurological care, Brain injury care, Spinal Cord Injury care, LD & Autism Care, and more.

Well done Saba! 😊

We love receiving excellent feedback for our team, who always go above and beyond to ensure our complex care packages benefit our clients, allowing them to feel safe, secure and supported at all times.

Our latest event is coming up…

We're hosting a Tracheostomy & Ventilation Workshop and would love to see you there!

The event will take place on 10th July from 10am-3:30pm (arrive at 9:30am for pastries and networking) at our Basingstoke Office: Basepoint, Unit 25, Stroudley Road, Basingstoke, RG24 8UP.

Topics covered will include: What is a tracheostomy? An Overview of day-to-day care, emergency management and more.

Find out more:

Our Upcoming Tracheostomy & Ventilation Workshop | HFH Healthcare To our professional partners… We have an exciting event coming up in July. We’re hosting a Tracheostomy & Ventilation Workshop on 10th July at 9:30 ...

Some great feedback coming in for our nurses and care coordinators!

Well done to our team for ensuring our client is being well supported.

At HFH Healthcare, our care plans are frequently reviewed by our Nurse Case Managers, focusing on client-driven outcomes and continuing supervision and skills assessment of our complex care teams to ensure we deliver the best care possible.

Sam is a 3-year-old boy, living at home with his parents who was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called HUWE1.

He has a range of health conditions including reflux, resulting in enteral feeding, epilepsy with a rescue medication and atonic seizures. Find out how we were able to support Sam’s complex health requirements in our latest case study… 👇

https://hfhhealthcare.co.uk/sams-story/

Did you know around 625,800 people (or 1 in 107) in the UK have epilepsy? (Epilepsy Action UK)
It’s National Epilepsy Week, and it’s vital to shine a spotlight on epilepsy awareness and support for those affected by this condition.

Epilepsy isn't just about seizures; it's about the lives impacted and the resilience shown every day. That's why this week is crucial for spreading understanding and compassion.

At HFH Healthcare, we support our clients with epilepsy every step of the way. We empower them to live their best lives despite the challenges epilepsy may bring.

It’s Action for Brain Injury Week!

Did you know that 1.3 million people in the UK are living with the effects of a long-term brain injury?

Given the extreme challenges faced by those with brain injuries, it's important to raise awareness of how they affect people’s everyday lives.

These injuries can occur from a range of causes, such as traumatic incidents, falls, strokes, infections, tumours, or anoxia, among others, and vary in severity.

We're proud to support those with brain injuries in our care and empower them to regain their independence and live the life they choose following such an injury.

While some impairments may be permanent, it's still possible to lead a meaningful and fulfilling life with the right assistance and support.

Let's come together this Action for Brain Injury Week to educate, support, and uplift those impacted by brain injuries. Together, we can make a difference and create a more inclusive and empathetic world.

We recently released a case study of a client (Ahmed) who after sustaining a traumatic brain injury, came into our care. Learn more: https://buff.ly/4dvTQBz

Celebrating our 'Wear It Green' Day for Mental Health Awareness Week prize winners!

Congratulations to Betty/Mary and Priyanka for winning our best dish competition and Amelia and Judit for winning our best-dressed competition!

They were all rewarded with a bottle of prosecco for their efforts.

Today HFH Healthcare celebrated Mental Health Awareness Week by Wearing it Green and enjoying some great food!

Our Team dressed up in lovely green tops, jumpers, dresses and trousers to bring awareness to an important message.

This week, it’s crucial to raise awareness and break the stigma surrounding mental health and in the spirit of togetherness, our team celebrated by bringing in authentic cultural dishes, which we all enjoyed together, including jollof rice, pizza and mutton and chicken curry.

At HFH Healthcare, we understand mental health matters and always empower our clients and team members to take care of their mental wellbeing.

Happy Mental Health Awareness Week everyone!

It's crucial to remember that mental health matters. Whether it's providing support for our clients facing mental health challenges or ensuring our team members have access to resources for their own well-being, It’s important to promote understanding, empathy, and proactive care.

Let's use this week as an opportunity to break the stigma surrounding mental health, to open up conversations, and to offer support to those who may be struggling.

What is ‘bed blocking’ and what is the solution?

Bed blocking is the usage of a hospital bed by a patient medically optimised for discharge who is unable to leave due to a lack of suitable further care options.

The issue is back in the UK news again, with reports that up to a third of hospital beds were affected in the worst impacted areas of the country.
In February, 13,622 patients were stuck in wards across England, the equivalent of one in seven hospital beds.
Croydon in South London was the worst affected, with a third of hospital beds impacted. Regionally, the Southwest experienced the most delays, with 17% of beds taken by patients fit to leave, closely followed by the Southeast at 16.5%.

HFH (Home from Hospital) Healthcare’s mission is to work collaboratively with clients and service commissioners to create a quality-focused, safe and respectful environment where they can thrive.

By delivering on our vision to be an outstanding provider of expert and clinical person-centred care for Children & Adults at home, we help reduce the problem of bed blocking in UK hospitals and support our clients with complex care requirements to live safely at home.

Our service operates around London and the Southeast, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.