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Max’s family sought assistance from Cavendish Homecare for the management of medication targeting a life limiting physical health condition in conjunction with a complex mental health history including a history depression, self-harming behaviours and an eating disorder. The care plan required the involvement of a specialist mental health nurse to support Max with medication management, monitoring and supportive interventions and the co-ordination of consultations with a multi-disciplinary team. Max, who was struggling with his multiple medical consultations, sought a competent nurse who could support him and his family in regaining control of his life.
Max’s challenging multiple diagnoses significantly affected his wellbeing and life expectancy. Effective management, involving adherence to a comprehensive medication and lifestyle care plan, was developed and implemented to enable him to lead a healthier and more fulfilling life. Additional specialist support was crucial to ensure compliance with the clinicians’ prescribed plan and concordance with a rigorous clinical review schedule.
A comprehensive care plan was crafted with Max, with the focus to identify his preferences and wishes so that his lifestyle was promoted with best outcomes optimised. The Cavendish Homecare team addressed potential risks through working in partnership with the extensive clinical teams in place. These included consultants from various disciplines, GPs, a Psychiatrist, Endocrinologist, and Oncologist as well as other healthcare professionals such as Dietitians and Therapists to address multiple facets of Max’s well-being holistically. This involved overseeing medication management, ensuring Max took his prescribed medications, and supporting him emotionally during this highly stressful time. The case manager, a dedicated mental health nurse, established a therapeutic alliance with Max to cultivate a sense of trust, transparency and kindness.
With the consistent guidance, support, and care delivered by the team and case manager, Max showed a firm commitment to adhering to his prescribed medication while actively engaging in therapeutic interventions. This resulted in his desire to establish and maintain a greater sense of well-being and self-determination for a better quality of life.
Through tailored homecare, Cavendish Homecare successfully navigated the complexities of Max’s health journey together with his clinical team. The positive shift in medication acceptance reflected the effectiveness of the holistic and person-centred approach, ultimately leading to a streamlined and improved quality of life for Max, and a restoration of his independence.
Disclaimer: For privacy and confidentiality reasons, the names and locations in this case study have been changed. The events and outcomes described are based on real situations, but identifying details have been altered.
At Cavendish Homecare, we recognise that no journey with mental health diagnoses is the same. Our experienced and compassionate carers and registered nurses are accomplished in empowering individuals to regain cognitive, physical, and emotional function. We are leaders in mental health homecare in London and the home counties, enabling our clients to flourish in the comfort of their own homes.