SERVICES WE OFFER:
PERSONAL CARE
Personal Care helps to maintain a person’s dignity, health and well-being. Good hygiene and personal care reduces the risk of infection and illness and it can also prevent pre-existing conditions from getting worse.
HOME BASED RESPITE
We truly understand the importance of respite care and how it provides short term relief for primary caregivers, giving them time to rest, travel, or spend time with other family and friends. We are able to discuss any respite needs that you may require ensuring your loved one is supported fully while you are having some much needed rest and relaxation.
SUPPORTED LIVING
We currently provide care and support within a 5 bedded dormer bungalow in Milford Haven. The biggest benefits of supported living is that it provides a safe and secure home and is essential for individuals who may have difficulties communicating or completing daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning and dressing.
BUDGETING
Our staff can help individuals budget their money effectively to ensure financial stability which in turn can have a positive effect on an individual's mental health. We are aware that current times have been hard and we can provide assistance with paying bills, rent and managing a shopping budget to relieve the stresses and strains of trying to budget finances alone.
COMPANIONSHIP
At Diverse Support Pembrokeshire we recognise that companionship is a basic human need and important for establishing a sense of belonging. When these needs are not fulfilled it can cause emotional and physical problems.
HOUSEHOLD CHORES
Our support staff understand that keeping up with household chores can become challenging if you are experiencing mental health difficulties, are neurodivergant and for those who are ageing and/or have mobility issues. We can help with tasks such as helping to complete a routine and structured plan for the week/month ahead, this creates a sense of familiarity and control that can reduce stress levels and help individuals feel more in control of time and life in general. We also provide support with laundry, dishes, vacuuming, and light gardening such as mowing the grass to ensure that individuals homes remain clean and tidy.
MEDICATION
Our experience as registered nurses allows us to recognise the importance of medication adherence in managing chronic illnesses and is one of the most important factors that determines therapeutic outcomes. At Diverse Support our team can support in all aspects of medication adherence, whether that be prompting those in our care to take their medication or administer medication using a Medication Administration Chart.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
We know how important it is to feel socially included at what ever level is comfortable for the individual we care for and support, continue with the hobbies and interests we love and maintain links with family and friends. Our staff can support all aspects of community activity, such as attending places of worship, support to various appointments, social groups,etc.
FOOD PREPARATION
We recognise the importance of eating well for our bodies and minds and that it is essential for maintaining good health and well-being. We also understand that many individuals require support with this. Our staff can assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, and food preparation to ensure that individuals who use our service have access to nutritious and delicious meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences.