Stoma Care at Home
At Verity Healthcare, we provide specialist stoma care services in England, supporting individuals to manage their condition with confidence, dignity, and independence in the comfort of their own home.
We understand that adjusting to life with a stoma can feel overwhelming, both physically and emotionally. That’s why our nurse-led, person-centred approach ensures you receive the right balance of clinical expertise, practical support, and emotional reassurance. Our aim is to help you maintain your quality of life, continue your daily routines, and feel fully supported at every stage of your journey.
What is Stoma Care?
Stoma care involves the management and support of a surgically created opening (stoma) on the abdomen, which allows waste (urine or faeces) to leave the body when normal bodily functions are not possible. This may be due to illness, injury, or surgery.
There are three main types of stoma:
- Colostomy – for bowel waste
- Ileostomy – for small intestine output
- Urostomy – for urine drainage
Stoma care includes daily hygiene, monitoring, emptying and changing stoma bags, skin care, and managing any complications. With the right support and guidance, individuals can continue to live full, active, and independent lives.
Daily Stoma Management
Living with a stoma requires consistent care and attention. Our experienced carers and registered nurses provide tailored daily support, ensuring your routine is safe, comfortable, and suited to your lifestyle.
We support with:
- Daily stoma care routines and personal hygiene
- Monitoring stoma function and identifying any changes
- Supporting independence while offering assistance when needed
- Providing reassurance and emotional support during adjustment
Our aim is to help you build confidence in managing your condition while maintaining control over your daily life and personal routines.
Emptying and Changing the Stoma Bag
Our carers are fully trained in safe, hygienic, and discreet stoma bag management, ensuring your care is delivered with dignity and professionalism.
We can assist with:
- Emptying and changing stoma bags as required
- Maintaining cleanliness and infection prevention
- Supporting different pouch systems, including one-piece and two-piece bags
- Encouraging independence where appropriate, while offering full support if needed
We work closely with you to ensure your preferences are respected, helping you feel comfortable and confident in your care routine.
Call us today to arrange live-in care.
Irrigation Support
For some individuals, stoma irrigation can offer greater control and flexibility in managing bowel movements. This technique may reduce the need to wear a stoma bag continuously.
Our trained carers provide:
- Support with irrigation routines and techniques
- Assistance using specialist irrigation equipment
- Help maintaining a consistent daily schedule
- Guidance in collaboration with your stoma nurse or clinical team
We ensure this process is carried out safely and in line with professional advice, helping you decide whether irrigation is suitable for your needs.
Skin Care and Monitoring
Healthy skin around the stoma is essential for comfort and preventing complications. Our carers play a proactive role in maintaining and monitoring skin integrity.
We assist with:
- Cleaning and thoroughly drying the skin around the stoma
- Identifying early signs of irritation, redness, or infection
- Supporting the use of protective barriers and adhesives
- Escalating concerns promptly to healthcare professionals
This careful attention helps prevent discomfort and ensures long-term skin health.
Living Well with a Stoma
Having a stoma does not mean you need to compromise your lifestyle. With the right support, many individuals continue to live active, fulfilling lives.
We support you to:
- Maintain your independence and confidence
- Continue your usual routines and activities
- Adjust to lifestyle changes at your own pace
- Receive emotional support and reassurance
Our person-centred approach ensures your care is tailored to your lifestyle, goals, and preferences, helping you live life on your terms.
Support with Everyday Activities
Our carers can support you across all aspects of daily life, ensuring you remain active, independent, and engaged:
Travel
We help you plan for travel, manage your stoma routine while away, and can provide ongoing care support during trips, giving you confidence to travel freely.
Work and Education
We support you in maintaining employment or education, ensuring you have the confidence and facilities needed to manage your condition discreetly and effectively.
Medication Management
Our team provides support with medication routines, ensuring treatments are taken safely and on time, reducing the risk of complications.
Physical Activity
We encourage safe participation in exercise and recreational activities, helping you maintain your physical health and overall wellbeing.
Nurse-Led Stoma Care Services
Our stoma care services are overseen by experienced registered nurses, ensuring clinical safety, best practice, and continuity of care.
Our nurses:
- Conduct detailed clinical assessments
- Develop personalised care and support plans
- Train and supervise carers in specialist stoma care
- Liaise with your stoma nurse, GP, and healthcare team
- Monitor your condition and adapt care as needed
This ensures a coordinated, high-quality care service that evolves with your needs.
Specialist Continence and Stoma Support
As part of our wider continence care services, Verity Healthcare provides comprehensive, nurse-led support for individuals living with continence needs and stoma care requirements. Our approach is holistic, ensuring that both the clinical and personal aspects of care are fully addressed to promote comfort, dignity, and independence.
We provide support with:
- Colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy care, ensuring safe and effective daily management
- Catheter care, including supra-pubic and indwelling catheters, with a focus on hygiene and infection prevention
- Rectal irrigation systems (RIS), supporting individuals who require structured bowel management
- Bladder retraining and pelvic floor exercises, helping improve continence and overall wellbeing
- Toileting programmes and continence management, tailored to individual routines and preferences
Our carers work closely under the supervision of registered nurses and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring all aspects of your continence and stoma care are managed safely, effectively, and with sensitivity.
Flexible Stoma Care Options
We understand that everyone’s needs are different, which is why we offer flexible stoma care services designed to fit around your lifestyle, routine, and level of independence.
Our care options include:
- Visiting care – from short daily visits to multiple visits throughout the day, providing regular support when you need it most
- Live-in care – 24/7 support from a dedicated carer who lives in your home, offering continuous care and reassurance
- Short-term or long-term care packages – whether you need support during recovery or ongoing assistance
Our services are designed to adapt as your needs change, ensuring continuity of care, stability, and peace of mind for both you and your family.
Person-Centred, Regulated Care
At Verity Healthcare, we are committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and fully regulated home care services that you can trust. Our care is built around the principles of respect, dignity, and individual choice.
Our approach ensures:
- Care tailored to your individual needs, preferences, and lifestyle goals
- Full compliance with strict care standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
- Continuous monitoring, regular reviews, and quality improvement processes
- A compassionate, respectful, and dignified approach to all aspects of care
We place you at the centre of every decision, working collaboratively with you, your family, and healthcare professionals to ensure your voice is always heard and respected.
Why Choose Verity Healthcare for Stoma Care?
- Specialist provider of stoma and continence care services in England, with extensive experience in complex care
- Nurse-led, personalised care plans that are regularly reviewed and adapted
- Highly trained carers with expertise in stoma, continence, and complex clinical care
- Flexible home care options, including visiting, live-in, and respite care
- Strong focus on dignity, independence, comfort, and quality of life
- Ongoing clinical oversight and support from registered nurses
- A collaborative approach involving families and healthcare professionals
Our goal is to provide care that not only meets your clinical needs but also enhances your overall wellbeing and confidence.
Arrange Stoma Care Today
We make arranging care simple, clear, and supportive, guiding you through every step of the process:
Speak to Our Team
Our friendly and knowledgeable team will discuss your needs, answer your questions, and help you explore the most suitable care options.
Free Assessment
A detailed, nurse-led assessment is carried out to fully understand your clinical, personal, and lifestyle requirements.
Personalised Care Plan
We create a tailored care plan designed around your specific needs, ensuring the right level of support is in place from the start.
Care Begins Quickly
Once agreed, care can often begin within 24–48 hours, providing timely and reliable support when you need it most.
Contact Verity Healthcare today to learn more about our specialist stoma care services and how we can support you to live confidently, independently, and comfortably at home with expert, compassionate care.
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Frequently asked questions
Stoma care involves the management and maintenance of a stoma, including hygiene, changing stoma bags, skin care, and monitoring for complications.
We support all types of stomas, including colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy.
Yes, our services allow you to receive professional stoma care in the comfort of your own home, maintaining independence and routine.
Yes, our trained carers can assist with emptying and changing stoma bags safely and hygienically.
Absolutely. Our support is designed to promote independence, helping you manage your stoma with confidence.
Stoma irrigation is a process used to flush the bowel with water, helping to regulate output and reduce the need for a stoma bag in some cases.
Yes, our carers can support with stoma irrigation routines, under guidance from healthcare professionals.
We provide support with cleaning, drying, and protecting the skin, while monitoring for any signs of irritation or infection.
Yes, many people travel with a stoma. We can help you plan and manage your care routine while travelling, and provide support if needed.
Yes, with the right support, you can continue work, education, and daily activities with confidence.
Yes, our carers can assist with medication management, ensuring treatments are taken safely and on time.
Yes, our services are nurse-led, with registered nurses overseeing care plans and supporting carers.
Care can often be arranged within 24–48 hours, depending on your requirements.
Simply contact our team to discuss your needs, arrange an assessment, and receive a personalised care plan tailored to you or your loved one.
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