Homeward for Care Homes

Care Homes are increasingly regulated. They need to demonstrate that care standards are being met for enteral tube feeding. Nutricia offer a flexible pack to support Care Home Staff in managing HETF. It includes:

• Guidelines and standards: evidence based nursing practice guidelines.
• Core care plans: supporting nursing practice guidelines.
• Monitoring questionnaire: used to help flag where dietetic review is needed.
• Training Update Programme: Nutricia nurse provides annual staff training and ongoing support.
• Troubleshooting guide: Advice on how to recognise and manage common problems.
• Introduction to Nutricia Homeward: provides i9nformation on the Nutricia Homeward Service.
• Key contacts: a tailored list of key contacts.
• Fluid balance charts: required for some patients to monitor hydration.