Domiciliary Care

When visiting our hospital is not an option, you can rely on our Domiciliary Care services to provide you with the same comprehensive care and attention while ensuring your well-being and comfort.

Did You Know?
Shankara Cancer Hospitals provides expert treatment and medical assistance to patients living within a 10-15 km radius of the hospital through our domiciliary care services.
NOTE:
This service is currently available for a nominal fee at Shankara Cancer Hospitals, Bangalore and it will soon be commencing at Shankara Cancer Hospitals, Bhubaneswar.

Who needs Domiciliary Care?

  • Domiciliary care is particularly essential for patients in the final stages of non-ambulating conditions, such as advanced cancer, who prefer to remain at home surrounded by their loved ones.
  • It addresses the need for comprehensive care and support, regardless of the patient's chosen location, ensuring they receive the attention they require.

What to expect from Domiciliary Care?

Domiciliary care encompasses a wide range of services tailored to the individual needs of bed-bound patients in advanced stages, including physiotherapy, wound care, medication management, and emotional support.

Management of Bed Sores

Domiciliary care nurses provide regular repositioning of patients, wound care, and hygiene assistance to prevent and treat painful bed sores, promoting comfort and healing.

Physiotherapy

Qualified physiotherapists offer tailored exercises to maintain muscle function and alleviate discomfort associated with prolonged bed rest, enhancing the patient's overall well-being.

Psychological Support

Experienced psychologists provide compassionate support to patients and their families, helping them navigate the emotional challenges of illness and fostering resilience and positivity.

Pain Management

Pain specialists and domiciliary care nurses work together to administer medications effectively, ensuring optimal pain relief and comfort for the patient.

Domiciliary Care at Shankara Cancer Hospitals

  • At Shankara Cancer Hospitals, we offer comprehensive domiciliary care services provided by highly qualified nurses and specialists.
  • Our services extend to oxygen administration, wound dressing, medication delivery, and other essential medical interventions, ensuring patients receive holistic care in the comfort of their homes.
  • Available within a 10-15 km radius of the hospital, our domiciliary care services prioritize accessibility, ensuring patients can access quality care without the need for frequent hospital visits.
  • The team of domiciliary care comprises qualified, trained nurses and a driver who work under the supervision of our pain and palliative care specialists

  • Experts such as dieticians, physiotherapists, and psychological counsellors will be made available based on the patient’s needs.
  • This service is available within the 10-15 km range from the hospital
  • The domiciliary care team visit patients on alternate days except on Sundays and Government holidays. There will be no emergency visits. Doctors' numbers will be shared with the patients’ caregivers who can be contacted in an emergency for expert guidance.
  • We provide a broad range of facilities through domiciliary care that include:

    Oxygen administration, Nebulisation
    Bedsore Care
    Drug Administration
    Wound dressing
    Ryles’ Tube/ Gastrotomy/
    Jejunostomy/Tracheostomy care
    Drain/Stoma care
    Equipment Support
    Medicine Delivery

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How do I avail the domiciliary care facility at Shankara Cancer Hospitals?

Contact Dr. Sunitha from our Pain & Palliative Care Team at
+91 70905 21000

Patients living within a 10-15 km radius of the hospital can avail our domiciliary care services

Make an appointment for domiciliary care services at
+91 70905 21000