Stoma Care at Home in Leeds & Wakefield
Adjusting to life with a stoma takes time, and having the right support at home can make a real difference to your confidence and comfort. Visiting Angels Leeds & Wakefield can provide respectful, discreet stoma care support as part of an individual home care package.Stoma care is available following an individual assessment, so we can make sure we can safely meet your needs. Caregivers receive appropriate training and are assessed as competent before providing support, and everything follows your care plan and guidance from your stoma team.We support people in Leeds, Wakefield and across West Yorkshire, including Normanton, Ossett, Mirfield and Morley, as well as parts of Barnsley.
How our stoma care support can help
Good day-to-day stoma care helps protect your skin, keeps you comfortable and lets you get on with life with more confidence. Our caregivers work calmly and discreetly, and always respect your privacy and the way you prefer things done.
Support might include
- Emptying catheter stoma bags
- Supporting hygiene and routine skin care
- Following guidance from your stoma care team
- Watching for any changes or concerns
- Recording and reporting concerns in line with your care plan
Working with your stoma nurse and healthcare team
Your stoma nurse or healthcare team remains in charge of your clinical care. Our role is to support the everyday routine they have set out, following your care plan and their guidance. Our caregivers only provide the support they have been trained and assessed for, and that has been agreed in your care plan. We do not carry out procedures outside that. If we notice changes, such as sore skin, leaks or anything else that concerns us, we record it and pass it on in line with your care plan, so the right person can take a look.
Why choose Visiting Angels for stoma care?
Stoma care is deeply personal. We take the time to understand what matters to you, so support feels respectful, private and reassuring.
Assessed first
We carry out an individual assessment, so we know we can safely meet your needs.
Trained and competent
Caregivers are trained and assessed as competent before providing stoma care.
Privacy and dignity
Support is calm and discreet, done the way you prefer, at your own pace.
Familiar faces
Wherever possible, the same caregivers visit, so you see someone you know and trust.
Guided by your stoma team
We follow your care plan and your stoma team's guidance, and pass on any concerns.
Arranging stoma care in Leeds & Wakefield
The first step is a conversation. We will talk with you and your family about your needs and routine, then carry out an individual assessment to make sure we can support you safely.If we can, we agree a care plan with you, liaise with your stoma team where needed, and make sure the caregivers who support you have received appropriate training before visits begin.Stoma care support is often needed when someone comes home after surgery or a hospital stay, for example at St James's, Leeds General Infirmary, Pinderfields or Barnsley Hospital. Planning support early can make that move home feel much more manageable.
Stoma care FAQs
Is stoma care available to everyone?
Stoma care is provided as part of an individual care package and is available following assessment. This lets us make sure we can meet your needs safely before support begins.
What does stoma care support include?
Depending on your care plan, it can include emptying and changing stoma bags, supporting hygiene and routine skin care, and noticing and reporting any concerns.
Will you work with my stoma nurse?
Yes. We follow your care plan and any guidance from your stoma nurse or healthcare team, and we keep them informed of concerns where appropriate.
What if I notice a problem between visits?
Contact your stoma nurse, GP or NHS 111 for advice, or the emergency services if it is urgent. You can also let us know, so we can update your care plan if needed.
Looking for stoma care at home in Leeds or Wakefield?
If you or someone you care about would like support with stoma care at home, we would be happy to talk through your needs and arrange an assessment. Speak to our local Leeds & Wakefield team to find out more..
