We know home parenteral nutrition (HPN)
We’re one of the most experienced providers of clinical care in the UK providing specialist clinical support at home to paediatric and adult patients with conditions resulting in intestinal failure.
Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals understand patient conditions and work to the highest standards set by the NHS. Our specialist HPN nursing teams, provide expert training and support to give patients the knowledge, flexibility and skills to manage their nutritional needs.
Treatment safely at home
We know that HPN treatment at home gives patients the time and independence to live their life alongside their condition, enabling greater flexibility to prioritise family life and work.
We support over 1,000 patients, with training for them and their carers, or providing daily nursing visits to administer nutrition and associated treatments.
Leaders in paediatric home parenteral nutrition
We are a market leader in the provision of home parenteral nutrition (HPN) for children.
We support our young patients from commencement of service, through transition to adulthood ensuring consistency in product supply and service.
When is home parenteral nutrition needed?
Chronic intestinal failure
When the gut cannot absorb nutrients adequately due to conditions like short bowel syndrome, extensive mucosal disease, or dysfunctional intestines.
Unsuccessful enteral nutrition
Required when oral or tube feeding is ineffective for HPN patients.
No enteral access
Required when other feeding methods are not feasible.
Post surgery recovery
To optimise patients’ nutritional status before or after surgery when you are discharged home from hospital.
“The service from Lloyds means a lot to me, it means I can be a normal teenager.” – Ruby, HPN patient
Watch Ruby’s story to see how she manages her condition at home with the help of our specialist home parenteral nutrition nursing teams.
Pioneering play and distraction therapy for children
Lloyds Clinical have developed superhero characters Alex and Archie – a play therapy and distraction innovation for our paediatric home parenteral nutrition patients.
The characters and supporting literature are designed to support children during their healthcare journeys, particularly in the discharge transition to receiving their clinical care at home.
“Play therapy and distraction techniques are vital components of paediatric nursing. They serve not only to alleviate fear and anxiety but also to promote emotional wellbeing. Engaging children in play allows them to express their feelings and cope with the challenges of medical procedures.”
“Research shows that when children are distracted through play, they experience less pain and discomfort, making their healthcare experience significantly more positive. By integrating playful elements into treatment, we can create a more supportive and comforting environment for young patients. This approach not only aids in their immediate healthcare needs but also fosters resilience and coping skills that are essential for their growth.”
– Abigail Morris, clinical operations manager, paediatrics and region 2 IV therapies.
Training patients at home
We know how to train adult HPN patients effectively, empowering patients with the tools and skills to manage their own care. Our condensed HPN training programme is the first of its kind to roll out across the UK. Our programme is personalised and tailored to patient needs, helping patients take control of their life and live more independently.
Empowering patients
We equip patients and their families with the knowledge and skills needed to manage HPN at home. From aseptic techniques to pump management, with the aid of training mannequins for confidence and practice opportunities.
Holistic support
Our team guides patients through lifestyle adjustments, ensuring they adapt to life at home with HPN. we support our patients with appropriate signposting to psychological support.
Streamlined training
Our dedicated HPN team provides the training in a modular, concise and accessible format. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, we provide a dedicated team and phone line to support.
What our patients say
Learning to administer parenteral nutrition through simulated practice on mannequins is not just about perfecting a skill; it’s about instilling confidence, fostering safety, and nurturing a partnership where patients become the captains of their own health journey.
The service has been brilliant – the nurses themselves were the best part. Nurses were accommodating to my needs to create the littlest disturbance to my life.
Really appreciate everything the training team have done for me; I cannot thank you enough.
I thought this would take me a while to do this. Don’t get me wrong it’s not been easy to get my head around, but having 1:1 support and the equipment to practise has really helped me.
Everything is provided by our people
We compound all our medicines at our own specialist aseptic compounding facilities. Adherence to industry regulations and rigorous quality controls make us a trusted partner of UK healthcare for over 20 years.
Everything is provided by our people, to mobilise therapies quickly and safely. Our comprehensive UK wide network consists of over 300 specialist nurses, 2 aseptic compounding facilities, 4 healthcare centres and 24/7 telephone support.
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