Cerebral Palsy Home Care Services
Specialist Home Care for People Living with Cerebral Palsy
Nursing Services of South Africa provides experienced, compassionate home-based care for children and adults living with cerebral palsy - tailored to each individual's needs, available 24 hours a day.
Understanding Cerebral Palsy Care Needs
Cerebral palsy (CP) affects movement, muscle tone, and motor skills in ways that are unique to each individual. Some people living with CP require occasional support; others need consistent skilled nursing care around the clock. There is no single care pathway, which is why a tailored, person-centred approach is essential.
At Nursing Services of South Africa, we have extensive experience placing carers and nurses with cerebral palsy patients across South Africa, from children at home with their families to adults in need of ongoing long-term support. We take the time to understand each patient's specific condition, communication needs, daily routine, and personal preferences before making any placement.
The Care We Provide
Depending on the individual's level of need, we provide:
Personal Care & Daily Living Support
Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene
Feeding support - including for patients with swallowing difficulties
Mobility assistance, transfers, and positioning
Bowel and bladder care
Medication administration and management
Skilled Nursing Care
Gastrostomy and PEG feeding management
Tracheostomy care and suctioning
Seizure monitoring and management
Pressure care and skin integrity monitoring
Respiratory support where required
Liaison with treating medical and therapy teams
Therapy Support & Rehabilitation Assistance
Supporting the implementation of physiotherapy programmes at home
Assisting with occupational therapy exercises and adaptive equipment
Facilitating speech therapy goals in daily routines
Accompanying patients to medical and therapy appointments
Family and Carer Support
Respite care to give family members and primary carers a break
Overnight and weekend cover
Emergency cover at short notice
Guidance and training for family members on care techniques
Our Cerebral Palsy Home-Based Care Team
Every carer and nurse we place with cerebral palsy patients is:
Carefully matched to the patient's specific needs, personality, and routine
Experienced in complex care and neurological conditions
Verified, reference-checked, and SANC-registered (where applicable)
Supervised by a registered nursing professional
Briefed thoroughly before their first shift
Where possible, we assign consistent carers to each patient to build trust, familiarity, and continuity, which is particularly important for patients with communication difficulties or high anxiety around change.
Funding Your Care
Home-based care for cerebral palsy patients may be funded through a number of sources, depending on your circumstances:
Medical Aid
Many medical aid schemes cover a portion of home nursing costs following hospitalisation or for chronic high-care needs. We can provide the documentation your scheme requires to motivate for cover.
Road Accident Fund (RAF)
If your cerebral palsy or a worsening of your condition was caused or contributed to by a road accident, you may be entitled to claim the cost of ongoing home care from the RAF. We work closely with attorneys and case managers handling RAF claims and can provide detailed care costings and records to support your claim.
Third-Party and On-Duty Claims
Where a condition has been caused or aggravated by the negligence of a third party or an employer, home care costs may be recoverable as part of a legal claim. Contact us and we will work with your legal team.
Private
For families funding care privately, we provide transparent pricing and flexible arrangements, from a few hours per day to full 24-hour care.
Not sure how your care will be funded? Contact us for a confidential conversation and we will help you understand your options. Email: bookings@nurses.co.za | Tel: 087 357 0642 | WhatsApp Chat: 060 070 2436
Working with Families
We understand that placing a carer or nurse in your home - particularly for a family member with complex needs - is a significant decision built on trust. Our approach is to involve families fully at every stage:
1. An initial needs assessment with the family and patient before any placement
2. A careful matching process based on the patient's needs, routine, and preferences
3. A trial period with close monitoring and regular feedback
4. An open-door policy — if something is not working, we address it immediately
5. A dedicated coordinator as your ongoing point of contact
Cerebral Palsy Home Care FAQs
Do you care for both children and adults with cerebral palsy?
Yes. We place carers and nurses for cerebral palsy patients across all age groups — from young children at home with their families through to elderly adults requiring full-time care.
Can you provide overnight or 24-hour care?
Yes. For patients with high-care needs or families who need overnight support, we can arrange rotating shifts to provide uninterrupted care around the clock.
What if our needs change over time?
Cerebral palsy care needs often evolve. We review care arrangements regularly and adjust thelevel or type of care provided as the patient's needs change — without requiring you to start theprocess from scratch.
Do you provide respite care for family carers?
Yes. Respite care is an important part of what we offer. Whether you need a few hours a week orcover for an extended period, we can arrange flexible respite support.
Can you assist with a medical aid motivation for home nursing?
Yes. We can provide the clinical documentation and care cost breakdowns that medical aidschemes typically require to consider a home nursing motivation.
What areas do you cover?
We cover all major urban centres across South Africa and can arrange care in many outlying areas. Contact us with your location and we will advise on availability.
We are here to help, 24 hours a day.
If you are caring for someone with cerebral palsy and need support, or if you are a professional looking to arrange care for a patient, contact our team today.
Request a Care Assessment bookings@nurses.co.za | Tel: 087 357 0642 | WhatsApp Chat: 060 070 2436
