What this service is
A trained Healkin nurse carries out PEG (feeding tube into the stomach) feeding at home, delivering prescribed feed safely through the existing tube.
Who needs this
People with an existing PEG tube who need feeds or medicines given through it. Always based on medical advice.
What to expect during the visit
The nurse checks the tube and site, gives the prescribed feed at the right rate, keeps everything clean, and looks for any signs of irritation around the tube. Guidance on positioning and hygiene is shared as needed.