Ear Wax Removal Service
for
Care and Nursing Homes

Having an ear wax removal service in a care home can be beneficial for several reasons:

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1. Improved Hearing: Accumulated ear wax can cause hearing problems, especially in older adults. By offering ear wax removal services, care homes can help residents maintain or regain their hearing, which can significantly enhance their overall quality of life.

2. Preventing Infections: When ear wax builds up, it can create a conducive environment for bacterial growth, potentially leading to ear infections. Regular ear wax removal can help prevent such infections, reducing the need for medical interventions and discomfort among residents.

3. Enhanced Comfort: Ear wax blockages can be uncomfortable and even painful. Removing the wax can alleviate this discomfort and improve the residents' overall comfort and well-being.

4. Safety: Better hearing can contribute to safety within the care home. Residents who can hear well are more likely to respond to alarms, communicate effectively, and be aware of their surroundings, reducing the risk of accidents.

5. Improved Communication: Many older adults rely heavily on communication with staff and fellow residents. Clear hearing is essential for effective communication. Ear wax removal can enable residents to engage in conversations, express their needs, and maintain social connections.

6. Preventing Cognitive Decline: Hearing loss is linked to cognitive decline and a higher risk of conditions like dementia. By addressing hearing issues through ear wax removal, care homes can potentially contribute to residents' cognitive health.

7. Quality of Life: Overall, addressing ear wax issues contributes to a higher quality of life for residents. It allows them to remain more independent, engaged, and connected with their environment and fellow residents.

8. Cost-Effective: Providing on-site ear wax removal can be more cost-effective than residents seeking external medical services or undergoing surgical procedures.

9. Customized Care: Having an ear wax removal service within the care home allows for personalized and timely care. Staff can schedule and provide the service based on residents' needs and preferences.

10. Comprehensive Care: Offering ear wax removal as part of the care home's services demonstrates a commitment to the residents' overall health and well-being. It can be seen as a holistic approach to care.
     

Incorporating an ear wax removal service into a care home's offerings can be a proactive and considerate way to address a common health issue among older adults, improving their quality of life and well-being. However, it's important that the service is provided by trained professionals to ensure safety and effectiveness.

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What makes us unique?
 

1. We deliver service nyour home. Residents can comfortably have their apointments onsite without making extrenal appointments and worrying about transport and you do not have to leave the floor short by sending escort with them. 

2. We can help to multiple residents in the same day. 

3. We can provide report for each resident that you can attached to their personal file or to your Electronic care planning records like PCS - Person Centered Care Software or Nourish. 

4. We have access 24/7 to ENT consulants to whom we can reffer when we find any conceringing changes in the ears of your residents. 

5. CQC Single Framwork Assessment Friendly  - by providing person centered service in your home you gain evidence and feedbck required by new way of assessing by CQC. 

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To dicuss providing ear wax removal service in your care home please send an email to  info@earyougo.co.uk