PEG Management

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What is PEG management?

PEG stands for ‘percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy’ – which is a specialist procedure to insert a piece of medical equipment which a person may use to eat.

A PEG, commonly referred to as a ‘feeding tube’, helps people receive the correct nutrition and to live independently and confidently. If this is something you use, and require to be considered as part of your care, we recommend speaking with your local Walfinch branch. That way, they can determine how you help you as an individual to thrive.


Why might someone benefit from PEG management?

Gastrostomy care is helpful when someone experiences difficulty swallowing foods and liquids. For example, some people living with dementia find it difficult to eat, drink, and take medicines, so may benefit from PEG management.

Many people find that using this method doesn’t hinder them but, rather, is a necessary adaptation has been made to accommodate their needs.

Our care teams are ready to help…

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The practicalities of helping you to thrive

We understand how important it is to follow the thorough processes involved with PEG management.

  • Preparing and administering food and fluid through a daily feeding tube
  • Taking dietary requirements into account
  • Cleaning, flushing and connecting your feeding tube
  • Keeping the skin around your tube clean and healthy
  • Organising and administering prescriptions

Emotional support

Some people have received nutrients this way their whole lives. For others, it is a necessary adaptation to their lifestyle. We understand the concerns and emotional distress this may cause for some people.

As a result, we ensure that our care has a clear focus on your physical and emotional wellbeing, in both the short term and long term.

I can’t speak highly enough of the exceptional care and support provided by Walfinch… It’s such a comfort to know our loved one is in safe hands, treated with kindness and dignity every single day.

Taha M, (Father of Client), Walfinch Windsor and Maidenhead

Start thriving today through quality care

It’s never too early to kickstart your thriving journey. Use your care to take back control over your life and your health – and we can navigate these uncertain times together.

We don’t see care as the end – it’s just the next chapter. Some clients have found that just four hours of care a week has provided transformative results.

It’s never been easier to live better for longer. Through various techniques and approaches to care, tailored around your lifestyle and goals, you can make now your time to thrive.

Get in touch and speak to our care team…

Find out how Walfinch home care can work for you, speak to a member of our friendly team.

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Your questions, answered by us

Expert answers to your frequently asked questions about PEG management.

PEG stands for ‘percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy’ – which is a specialist procedure to insert a piece of medical equipment which a person may use to eat. It is commonly referred to as a ‘feeding tube’, which helps people receive the correct nutrition and to live independently and confidently.

Absolutely! Our carers can support you with tasks and activities such as bathing, showering and swimming with a PEG. It’s important that the skin around your PEG tube is healed, to avoid infection and irritation, which a Walfinch carer can help you manage. Also be sure it is closed before getting into a pool or bathtub.

We train our carers in-house, the Walfinch way. They undergo comprehensive training so that they can care for people with a wide range of needs. We have very high standards regarding training – meaning our carers must pass a series of in-person examinations, training sessions and online learning before helping people in their own homes.

A care plan contains all the relevant information our carers need to understand and cater to your individual needs. It is created off the back of care assessments, which may be carried out on an ongoing basis, to ensure all your information and requirements are up to date. We view your care plan as your roadmap to thrive.