COPD home care plans

Tailored, compassionate home care for COPD patients

For people living with COPD and their families, the right kind of care can make all the difference. With support from expert live-in carers, you can get help to manage your symptoms, maintain your independence and stay in the home you love.

At Novus Care, our carers are highly trained, compassionate people who have experience caring for those living with COPD. They’re on hand to offer practical support for everyday life, helping you with tasks that might feel harder than they used to. But they can also give advice on managing your condition, provide emotional support and be there when you need a listening ear. And because every COPD journey is different, we tailor our care to you.

You’ll get a unique COPD homecare plan, built around your medical, practical and emotional needs. It’s all about making sure you have the help you need to live well with COPD at home.

What is COPD home care?

Home care for COPD patients includes practical support to manage symptoms, stay on top of day-to-day tasks and make the most of life at home. Following a tailored care plan, carers might help with housework, run errands, offer medication reminders, or provide practical tips for coping with breathing difficulties. This is different from a COPD nursing care plan, which focuses more on ongoing medical support.

Home care options for COPD patients

Live-in COPD home care plans

Live-in COPD care is a type of long-term care for COPD patients. With this option, a highly trained carer comes to live with you in a spare room at home. You’ll have help at hand around the clock, which can mean a better quality of life for you and more reassurance for your family. Live-in care might suit you if you have severe breathing difficulties that require 24/7 support.

Visiting COPD home care

Visiting COPD home care is designed for people living with the early stages of the condition. How it works is simple. We send a trained carer to visit you at home on a regular schedule. That could be for as little as 30 minutes each week or as much as a few hours every day. If you’re independent but could use some extra help with more demanding activities, such as running errands, this could be the right option for you.

Respite home care for COPD patients

Respite care is a temporary option to cover short-term care needs. People often choose respite care when their family carer falls ill or goes on holiday. It can also suit those who need temporary support after hospital treatment or who are still deciding whether long-term care is the right choice. In any case, you’ll get a tailored COPD home care plan so you can expect the same great standard of care that you’re used to.

Overnight COPD care

COPD symptoms often worsen at night. In fact, it’s estimated that more than 75% of those living with the condition experience poor sleep quality because of nighttime symptoms (European Respiratory Review). That’s where our overnight care service can help. We send a trained carer to stay with you at night so you’ll have support at hand, no matter how late it might be.

COPD end-of-life care

COPD end-of-life care is a specialised form of home care for COPD patients who are nearing the end of their life. It focuses on keeping the person comfortable and managing symptoms, so they can live out their last precious days at home surrounded by loved ones. COPD end-of-life care is provided by compassionate carers who are specially trained to support those with end-stage illnesses.

Are you unsure which home care option suits you best? Get in touch with our friendly team to chat about your needs. We can start putting together a tailored care plan just for you.

How our carers can help

We know that COPD can make daily tasks more difficult. That’s why our carers are ready to provide tailored day-to-day support to help you focus on living well with your condition. But our support goes further than that. We’ll pair you with a highly trained, compassionate carer who shares your outlook on life. They’ll become a trusted companion – someone who understands your needs and who supports you emotionally, as well as practically.

Our help can include:

• Symptom management: your carer can give practical tips on managing symptoms, including conserving energy, using assistive tools and learning breathing techniques.
• Medication management: we can remind you about medication, so you’ll always know what to take, what dose to take and when to take it.
• Daily tasks: having someone around to ease the burden of housekeeping can be a big help. Our carers can prepare meals, do light chores and run errands for you.
• Exercise: light exercise can help improve lung function and stamina. We’ll be your cheerleader, encouraging you to stay active in line with your medical care plan.
• Personal care: sometimes, COPD makes it more difficult to keep up with daily grooming and other personal care needs. Your carer can help while always maintaining your dignity and privacy.
• Companionship: our carers make great companions. They’ll be right there whenever you need a friendly face and a listening ear.

Is a COPD home care plan right for me?

At Novus Care, we believe home care is the best choice for most people. However, we also know it’s not right for everyone. Ask yourself:

• Are my symptoms getting harder to manage? A live-in carer can guide you with practical advice to manage symptoms while staying at home.
• Is my daily routine important to me? With COPD home care, you get targeted support at home so it’s easier to live well and live the way you want.
• Are my family and friends important to me? One of the biggest benefits of home care is that you can stay in familiar surroundings with the people you love. That can have a huge impact on mental and emotional well-being.
• Do I have regular help from relatives? Sometimes, family members can’t provide regular care or live too far away. Our care can be very reassuring for them, because they’ll know you always have help available at home.

Your COPD home care questions answered

What is COPD?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long-term condition that limits airflow to the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. For many, this can be a challenging and life-altering diagnosis. There is no cure for COPD. However, adopting certain lifestyle changes and receiving proper support can significantly improve quality of life and help minimise its impact on daily living.

How do you care for a person with COPD?
Caring for a person with COPD often involves wraparound support from healthcare professionals, loved ones and home carers. It can include:

• Primary care for COPD: including GP visits to review progress, provide lifestyle support and prescribe medications to manage symptoms
• Secondary care services for COPD: specialised support from respiratory clinics, as well as hospital treatment if needed
• COPD nursing care: visits from trained nurses who can help manage symptoms and provide healthcare support
• COPD home care: day-to-day practical support, emotional support and companionship from trained at-home carers

What is a COPD exacerbation care plan?
A COPD exacerbation care plan is a personalised medical action plan designed to help patients manage flare-ups. It typically involves categorising symptoms on a traffic-light scale from green (OK) to red (emergency). This can make it easier to recognise when you might need medical assistance.

At Novus Care, we work closely with healthcare teams and families to make sure our support aligns with your wider COPD care plan. We help with the day-to-day so it’s easier for you to focus on the things that matter, such as your health and your loved ones.

What does COPD home care cost?
The cost of home care for COPD patients varies depending on each patient’s unique needs and circumstances. However, 24/7 live-in home care is often more cost-effective than residential care (a care home). Live-in care also allows for more personalised support compared to residential care.

Learn more about live-in care and the cost of care at home.

How to arrange home care for COPD patients

Get in touch today.

Are you ready to take the next step to get the support you need? Whether you want to trial live-in care or just have a few questions, we can help. Contact our team today on 0800 138 4030 or email: [email protected]