Gastrostomy Care & Feeding Support Care
Compassionate gastrostomy care and feeding support that helps individuals receive the daily assistance they need while maintaining comfort, dignity, and independence in the familiar surroundings of their own home.
What is Gastrostomy Care & Feeding Support?
Gastrostomy Care & Feeding Support is a specialised home care service for individuals who receive nutrition, fluids, or medication through a gastrostomy feeding tube, such as a PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy) or other enteral feeding devices.
People may require gastrostomy feeding due to neurological conditions, stroke, cancer, swallowing difficulties (dysphagia), or other medical conditions that affect their ability to eat and drink safely.
At Visiting Angels Northern Ireland, our caregivers provide compassionate, non-clinical support to help individuals manage their established feeding routines while promoting comfort, hygiene, and overall wellbeing. We work alongside families and healthcare professionals to deliver personalised care that fits each individual’s needs.
Please note: Our caregivers provide non-clinical support in accordance with agreed care plans. Clinical procedures, feeding tube insertion, replacement, and medical management remain the responsibility of qualified healthcare professionals.
What Our Gastrostomy Care & Feeding Support Includes
Feeding Routine Support
Assistance with established feeding schedules as outlined in the individual's care plan.
Hygiene and Site Care Support
Helping maintain cleanliness around the gastrostomy site while observing good hygiene practices.
Positioning Assistance
Supporting individuals into comfortable and appropriate positions before and after feeding to promote comfort and safety.
Medication Reminders
Helping individuals follow prescribed medication schedules in accordance with their care plan.
Hydration Support
Encouraging hydration where appropriate and supporting established nutritional routines.
Monitoring General Wellbeing
Observing for changes such as discomfort, redness, leakage, or other concerns and reporting them promptly to family members or healthcare professionals.
Personal Care Assistance
Supporting washing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and other daily living activities.
Emotional Support and Companionship
Providing reassurance, encouragement, and compassionate companionship to help individuals feel confident and supported.
The Best Gastrostomy Care & Feeding Support from Visiting Angels
Living with a gastrostomy feeding tube shouldn’t prevent someone from enjoying a comfortable and fulfilling life at home.
At Visiting Angels Northern Ireland, we understand that every individual has unique care needs. Our compassionate caregivers provide respectful, personalised support that promotes dignity, comfort, and independence while following each person’s established care routine.
Whether support is needed following hospital discharge, during recovery, or as part of long-term care, we are committed to helping individuals feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for in their own homes.
Keeping Families Connected with Birdie
At Visiting Angels Northern Ireland, we use Birdie, a digital care platform that keeps families connected to their loved one’s daily care.
Through the Birdie app, family members can:
- Access live care notes after every visit
- View tasks completed and any observations about mobility or pain levels
- See medication reminders logged in real time
- Receive updates on mood, wellbeing, and any concerns
- Stay informed wherever they are
For families managing a loved one with arthritis, Birdie provides reassurance that daily tasks are being supported and that any changes in condition are being noted and communicated.
Next steps
Start with A friendly chat
Give us a call today to discuss your loved one’s care needs. This will be a chance for you to ask any questions and to address any concerns you may have about the care for your family member.
Book a FREE care consultation
After our initial chat, you have the chance to book a free home assessment which will allow us to properly understand your home care needs & assess the kind of support you would need.
Personalised care plan
After the home assessment, our fully trained care team will put together a personalised care plan for you.
Start the care package
We will carefully choose a caregiver to match your needs and preferences and once you’re happy with everything, your care will commence.
“Thank you for your invaluable service and for making it very simple. I know that Mum was truly happy to have someone there to help her with all her needs.”
Monica, Daughter of client
“Our sincerest thanks for providing our loved one, Ruth, with some of the kindest people to ever enter our home. Mum’s caregiver not only provided Ruth with daily care but nourished her mind, body and soul with loving words and even song.”
Laurence, Son of client
“Thank you for your invaluable service and for making it very simple. I know that Mum was truly happy to have someone there to help her with all her needs.”
Monica, Daughter of client
“Our sincerest thanks for providing our loved one, Ruth, with some of the kindest people to ever enter our home. Mum’s caregiver not only provided Ruth with daily care but nourished her mind, body and soul with loving words and even song.”
Laurence, Son of client
FAQS
What is gastrostomy care?
Gastrostomy care involves supporting individuals who receive nutrition, fluids, or medication through a gastrostomy feeding tube while helping maintain comfort, hygiene, and wellbeing.
Who can benefit from gastrostomy care at home?
Individuals living with swallowing difficulties, neurological conditions, stroke recovery, cancer, or other medical conditions requiring enteral feeding may benefit from gastrostomy care.
Do caregivers provide clinical feeding tube procedures?
No. Our caregivers provide non-clinical support only. Clinical procedures and medical management should always be carried out by qualified healthcare professionals.
Can gastrostomy care be combined with other home care services?
Yes. Gastrostomy care can be provided alongside personal care, live-in care, overnight care, companionship, medication reminders, and other specialist home care services.
Can care be arranged after leaving hospital?
Absolutely. We can provide personalised home care to support individuals as they transition from hospital to home.
How often can gastrostomy care visits be arranged?
Care can be tailored to individual needs, from occasional support visits to multiple daily visits or ongoing care.
How do you ensure dignity during care?
Our caregivers always provide care with compassion, privacy, and respect, ensuring individuals remain involved in decisions about their own care and daily routines.
The right support, just when you need it
Speak with a home care specialist today.
- The very best carers because the right carer changes everything.
- We put our caregivers first, because when they feel valued and supported, they deliver exceptional care.
- Tailored around your needs, giving you the time, dignity and freedom you deserve.
