PEG Feeding in Australia
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) is commonly used for individuals who have difficulty with oral feeding or meeting their daily nutritional needs. Need help with PEG feeding? Book a Homage nurse to perform the procedure today!
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Who Needs Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Feeding?
Individuals who have difficulty with oral feeding (e.g. dysphagia) and those who are unable to eat and drink enough to meet their daily nutrition needs will usually require Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) feeding. This is to mitigate the chances of aspirating food and fluids into the lungs, which can lead to pneumonia.
A PEG is a flexible feeding tube is placed through the abdominal wall and into the stomach. PEG allows nutrition, fluids and/or medications to be put directly into the stomach, bypassing the mouth and oesophagus. PEG feeding can be temporary or permanent. Those recovering from a stroke, have had neurological trauma (head injuries), or are living with long-term neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis and motor neurone disease usually require PEG for the long term. Meanwhile, individuals with cancer of the head or neck usually need PEG while having treatment as swallowing may be affected.
Should you need help with PEG feeding, our nurses at Homage will be able to assist. However Homage nurses are not able re-insert a PEG.
PEG Feeding Procedure
In order for a Homage nurse to perform the PEG feeding procedure, the below items are required:
- Milk feed: brand of milk and number of cans or packets
- Water for flushing
- PH indicator
- Syringe
- Latex gloves
How can Homage help?
Nursing Care
Monitor and administer nursing procedures from tube feed and suctioning to injections and wound care.
Urgent Situations
Our nurses visit families caught off-guard by situations which require specialised nursing care.
Post-Surgery
Focus on recovery and leave the complex nursing care in the hands of our experienced nurse Care Pros
Medication Administration
No more missed doses. Our nurses can help dispense and administer the right dosage of medication at the right time.
Personal Care
Assist with the activities of daily living (ADLs) – eating, bathing, getting dressed, toileting, transferring, and continence.
Night Care
Care provided through the night to assist with toileting or nursing needs, prevent wandering and reduce fall-risk.
Cost of PEG Feeding in Australia
We offer flexible pay-as-you-go pricing to ensure you or your loved one receives the care needed. We accept both private and government funding options with no lock-in contract. View Pricing.
Benefits of PEG Feeding at Home
After surgery or diagnosis, our focus should be on self-care and resting well for a full recovery. However, the reality is that we tend to spend much of our time and energy working out viable care arrangements, from transportation and queues to cost management, to get the care we need after discharge.
For those with chronic conditions, visits to hospitals, clinics or treatment facilities to get nursing procedures completed can be a common and regular occurrence. However, medical appointments are often time-consuming and the commute can be costly and a hassle, especially for those with mobility constraints.
Sometimes, we may also suddenly find ourselves in need of urgent nursing care due to unforeseen circumstances, such as needing PEG feeding due to difficulty in swallowing. Speed is key in such scenarios. Travelling to a care facility and waiting in line may not be possible.
Government and Private Funding Options Available
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
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As a registered NDIS provider, we provide disability support to all NDIS participants no matter your funding:
NDIA-managed
Homage will submit your service invoices to NDIA via the NDIS portal. NDIA will be responsible for your service payments.
Self-managed
Homage will issue you the service invoices directly via email. You will be responsible for your service payments.
Plan-managed
Homage will issue your service invoices to your plan manager. Your plan manager will be responsible for your service payments.
Home Care Package (HCP)
Age with dignity and grace in your home and community with support from our certified Care Pros. We respect every person’s diversity, culture and identity.
If you self-manage your HCP, you can use our aged care services. Simply link Homage with your self-managed provider, and you are all set to book our services using your HCP funding.
We also support private clients and individuals who are on the government waitlist but require care urgently. Get in touch with us at 1300 705 029.
Why Families Prefer Homage
Zero Commitment
Book flexible care solutions from 1 hour with no ongoing commitment required.
No Management Fee
Pay only for the care services you receive.
Transparent Pricing
Know the exact cost of service before booking.
Dedicated Care Professionals
Receive quality care from a carefully selected pool of experienced Care Professionals.
Urgent Care Support
Find support for your urgent care needs.
Personalised Care Plans
Let Homage Care Advisors create a care plan specific to your needs and choices.
Long Term Care Packages
Allow your funding to last longer with our long term packages that offer the same quality care at at lower cost.
Care Reporting
Receive a care report after every visit so you understand the care your loved ones have received for peace of mind.
How does Homage work?
Speak to a Care Advisor
Call us at 1300 705 029 or request a callback from our friendly Care Advisory team. Learn more about our range of services and find out how Homage Care Professionals can help.
Make a Care Plan together
We will work with you to develop a personalised Care Plan based on your loved one’s health status, care requirements, and additional preferences.
Your personalised care begins
Together we will match you and your loved ones with an exceptional Care Professional. Stay up to date after every appointment with detailed reports on the Homage app.
Top Questions About PEG Feeding
What are the advantages of home nursing?
Home nursing service allows care recipients to receive professional nursing care in familiar surroundings. This can reduce stress and help the care recipients feel more at ease, which aids in their recovery.
By bringing nursing care to your doorstep, you can also save the hassle and cost of travelling and skip long queues at hospitals and clinics.
Can you eat if you have a PEG tube?
Depending on the reason you need a PEG tube in the first place, you may be able to eat and drink by mouth with the tube in place. However, it is important to first consult with your healthcare provider to make sure it is safe to do so.
How long does a PEG feed take?
A PEG feeding session usually lasts around 20 minutes but depends on the individual and the volume of feed. Going too fast may cause bloating or indigestion, which can be uncomfortable for the individual.
Is a PEG feeding tube permanent?
PEG feeding can be temporary or permanent. Those recovering from a stroke, have had neurological trauma (head injuries), or are living with long-term neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis and motor neurone disease usually require PEG for the long term. Meanwhile, individuals with cancer of the head or neck usually need PEG while having treatment as swallowing may be affected.
What services can home nursing provide?
Besides supporting with activities of daily living, our qualified and trained nurses can perform nursing procedures in the comfort of your home. This includes:
- Urine and stoma bag drainage and change
- Wound care
- Nasogastric Tube (NGT) feeding and reinsertion
- Gastrostomy feeding (PEG)
- Medication administration
- Oral and open tracheostomy suctioning
- Blood glucose check
- Urine catherisation for females
- Injections, including intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous, PICC, CVP and Port-A-Cath
- Oxygen therapy, including mask, home ventilator, bilevel positive airway pressure (BIPAP) and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
- And more
If the nursing procedure you need is not listed above, call our Care Advisors at (03) 6146 0719 to check if our nurses are able to perform the procedure in your home.
Can 1 nurse care for 2 people at the same time?
To ensure you or your loved one receives undivided attention and care, each care recipient will be matched to a dedicated Homage nurse who fits their needs and preferences. If there are 2 individuals in the same home who needs care, a nurse will be present to care for each recipient respectively.
What are Homage nursing care packages?
We have interim to longer-term nursing care packages with varying care durations so that you and your loved one can find a care package which best fit your needs and preferences. Nursing care packages can also help save up to 20% for multiple care sessions. Reach out to our Care Advisors at (03) 6146 0719 for more details.
How fast will I receive the nursing care service?
Once you have confirmed that you will like to engage Homage’s nursing care service, we can match you or your loved one with a suitable Homage nurse as fast as within 24-48 hours.
Who are the Homage private nurses?
Homage nurses are enrolled or registered nurses who hold a valid Practicing Certificate with an active registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and have at least one year of ward experience.
Our licensed nurses are locals and come from different walks of life, each with their unique specialisations and care experiences. But they all have one common trait – a passion and dedication to delivering quality nursing care to families and care recipients.
Can I use my Home Care Package (HCP) funding for Homage services?
You may use your Home Care Packages (HCP) to engage Homage services if you self-manage your HCP. You may connect Homage with your registered Self-managed provider to facilitate service bookings using your HCP funds.
We support both private clients and those on government waitlist but require care urgently. Please speak to our Care Advisor today at (03) 6146 0719 if you require care support.
Can I use my NDIS funding for Homage private nurse services?
You may use your NDIS funds to engage Homage services if:
1) You self-manage your NDIS funds – you may directly book services with us. Homage will issue you the service invoice for you to submit claims.
2) A plan manager manages your NDIS funds – you may connect Homage with your plan manager to facilitate service bookings using your NDIS funds.
We support both private clients and those on government waitlist but require care urgently. Please speak to our Care Advisor today at (03) 6146 0719 if you require care support.
What is the minimum duration to engage nursing care?
The duration of a Homage care visit by our nurses starts from just one hour, depending on the family’s preferences and your loved one’s nursing care needs.
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