How we can support you with care at home
Our end of life care is shaped around your unique needs, preferences and aspirations. Each service we provide is delivered with genuine warmth and professional expertise, ensuring you receive exactly the right support while maintaining your independence and dignity.
Our end of life care is shaped around your unique needs, preferences and aspirations. Each service we provide is delivered with genuine warmth and professional expertise, ensuring you receive exactly the right support while maintaining your independence and dignity.
Compassionate Comfort Care
During life's most sensitive chapter, maintaining comfort becomes our highest priority. Our dedicated team brings skilled, gentle support that focuses on wellbeing and dignity, allowing precious moments to unfold in peaceful surroundings.
- Expert pain and symptom management
- Attentive personal care delivered with dignity
- Creating a soothing, tranquil environment
- Adaptable support as needs change
- Respecting personal wishes and preferences
Coordinated Professional Care
Our approach brings together all the necessary support, creating a seamless team around you. We work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care that addresses every aspect of comfort and wellbeing.
- Collaboration with GPs and district nurses
- Medication support and monitoring
- Liaison with palliative care specialists
- Continuous communication with all involved
- Responsive adaptation to changing healthcare needs
Supporting the Whole Family
End-of-life care embraces everyone in the circle of love surrounding your loved one. We're here for the entire family, offering both practical assistance and emotional support during this meaningful time together.
- Guidance on what to expect and how to help
- Creating space for important conversations and memories
- Respite breaks that allow necessary rest
- Support with practical arrangements
- Companionship during difficult moments
From Hospital to Home Support
The journey from hospital to home can feel overwhelming during end-of-life care. Our seamless transition service ensures your loved one returns to familiar surroundings with all the necessary support already in place, creating continuity during a sensitive time.
- Pre-discharge home assessment and preparation
- Equipment arrangement and setup
- Medication management systems
- Coordination with hospital discharge teams
- Warm welcome home with immediate comfort measures
Honouring Personal Wishes
We believe that life's final chapter should reflect the unique individual at its centre. Our thoughtful care team takes the time to truly understand what matters most, ensuring your loved one's preferences and values guide every aspect of their care journey.
- Supporting meaningful rituals and traditions
- Creating space for favourite activities and pastimes
- Respecting cultural and spiritual practices
- Helping document precious memories and stories
- Facilitating important conversations and connections
What are the benefits of End of Life care at home?
At Routes Healthcare, we're not just caregivers – we're your partners in this journey. We're here to provide the support, expertise, and compassion you need during this challenging time. Let us help you make the most of every moment with your loved one.
Our Approach to End-of-Life Care
Our carers bring both professional expertise and genuine compassion to each person we support. We believe in care that feels personal, respectful and warm.
We don't work alone – we partner closely with GPs, district nurses and specialist teams to create a complete circle of care around your loved one.
How We Can Support You
We understand every family's situation is unique, which is why we offer different care options:
- Live-in Care: A dedicated carer who lives in your loved one's home, providing continuous support and companionship
- Home Care Visits: Regular visits from our friendly, skilled carers – whether that's for a few hours or multiple times throughout the day
Home is where our heart is
Our approach to home care is built on our HOME values—the values that guide everything we do:
Our approach to home care is built on our HOME values—the values that guide everything we do:
Heartfelt
Heartfelt
We create genuine connections through understanding and empathy.
- Taking time to truly know your story and concerns
- Building relationships that go beyond practical support
- Recognising the emotional journey of returning home
- Matching you with care professionals who connect with your personality
Open
Open
We believe in honest, straightforward communication and accountability.
- Providing clear information about what to expect
- Being transparent about care options and funding
- Actively listening to your concerns and preferences
- Responding promptly to feedback
- Keeping family members informed with your permission
Meaningful
Meaningful
We're driven to make a genuine difference in your care journey.
- Focusing on what matters most to you
- Aligning care with your personal wishes
- Recognising the importance of small, everyday moments
Empowering
Empowering
We encourage independence by building confidence and creating opportunities for you to regain control.
- Promoting your abilities rather than focusing on limitations
- Adapting support to your independence
- Creating a balance between support and self-reliance
Find your local office
Home Care in Blackpool
Our dedicated Blackpool team delivers exceptional care throughout the Fylde Coast area, including Lytham St Annes, Fleetwood, Cleveleys, Thornton, and Westby.
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Unit 5, Metropolitan Business ParkMetropolitan Drive
Blackpool FY3 9LT
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Home Care in Preston
Our Preston team provides personalised care services across central Lancashire, including Preston City Centre, Fulwood, Ribbleton, Ashton-on-Ribble and Penwortham.
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Office F1Preston Technology Centre
Marsh Ln
Preston, PR1 8UQ
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Home Care in Burnley
Our Burnley team provides exceptional care services throughout East Lancashire, including Burnley, Padiham, Nelson, Colne, and surrounding areas.
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Office B16Northbridge House
Empire Way
Burnley, BB10 1PD
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Home Care in Newcastle
Our Newcastle team offers dedicated care services throughout Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead, North Tyneside, and the surrounding Tyne and Wear region.
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Suite 21-237-8 Delta Bank Road
Metro Riverside Park
Gateshead, NE11 9DJ
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Home Care in Manchester
Our Manchester team delivers quality care across Greater Manchester, including City Centre, Didsbury, Chorlton, Rusholme, and Fallowfield areas.
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The ForumWindmill Ln
Denton,
Manchester, M34 3QS
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Home Care in Kirklees
Our Kirklees team provides compassionate care across Huddersfield, Dewsbury, Batley, Holmfirth and surrounding areas in West Yorkshire.
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Independence HouseHolly Bank Rd
Prince Royd
Huddersfield, HD3 3HN
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Home Care in Rochdale
Our Rochdale team provides personalised care across Rochdale, Heywood, Middleton, Littleborough and the surrounding areas with a focus on maintaining independence.
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Cedar HouseSandbrook Business Park
Rochdale, OL11 1LQ
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Home Care in Sunderland
Our Sunderland team delivers quality care services throughout Sunderland, Washington, Houghton-le-Spring and surrounding areas with a focus on person-centred support.
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Doxford International Business ParkRegus House, 4 Admiral Way,
Sunderland, SR3 3XW
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Home Care in Wirral
Our Wirral team provides compassionate care services across the Wirral Peninsula, including Birkenhead, Wallasey, Heswall, and West Kirby areas.
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S2, Gateway HouseNew Chester Road
Bromborough
Wirral, CH62 3NX
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End of Life Care - Frequently Asked Questions
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