At Compassion Wings, we offer respectful, dignified, and expert stoma care at home in Adelaide to participants living with conditions such as colostomy, ileostomy, or urostomy. These conditions can present unique challenges, particularly among participants in the initial stages following surgery. This is why we have introduced stoma care, where trained nurses deliver professional and personalised care in the comfort of your home. We primarily focus on participant empowerment, stoma management training, maintaining skin integrity and reducing complications.
A stoma is a surgically created opening in the lower abdomen that allows bodily waste to be diverted into a bag outside the body. Usually, stoma care is needed for participants who are living with bowel cancer, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or severe bladder issues.
Proper stoma care at home is important for routinely cleaning the stoma bag, replacing the appliance when required, necessary skin protection, and identifying the early onset of hernia, stoma leakage or possible infections.
We offer evidence-based stoma management at home services, which include:
We also provide emotional support during the adaptation stages for participants to feel confident about regaining control over their day-to-day routine. Our stoma facilitators also work alongside support coordinators, plan managers and participants to ensure correct delivery of services that match their goals and budgets.
By partnering with Compassion Wings, we make sure your stoma care is empowering and consistent. For that, we provide:
Of course! Our nurses not only help you with managing the stoma, but also offer emotional companionship, reassurance, and practical hands-on training to help you navigate this new routine.
This depends on the nature and severity of your condition. While some need daily visits, others might be fine with weekly or monthly reviews. To know more about this, get in touch with Compassion Wings today.
Yes, we will. Our stoma care services include hands-on training and written guidelines for family members to safely manage the stoma of their loved ones.
Our nurses will provide prompt intervention, assess the site of leakage, and adjust the appliance fit. They will also take precautionary measures like barrier creams to stop the seepage onto the skin.
We can help you procure stoma aids and other continence equipment through the “Consumables or Continence Supports” under the NDIS.
If you or your loved ones need stoma care in Adelaide, our qualified nurses are here to provide you with all the support you need. Contact Compassion Wings right away!
