Hospital in the Home
At Lumia Care, we provide Hospital in the Home (HITH) services, allowing you to receive hospital-level care in the comfort of your own home. Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing a chronic illness, requiring palliative care, or need acute medical support, our experienced nurses and at-home healthcare professionals ensure you receive the best care without an extended hospital stay.
With our HITH and palliative care services, you:
✔ Avoid or Reduce Hospital Stay – Receive necessary medical and end-of-life care without hospitalisation or travel
✔ Experience Safe and Comfortable Recovery – Heal or receive compassionate palliative support in a familiar environment while still getting expert care
✔ Get Access to a Highly Skilled Clinical Team – Registered Nurses and healthcare professionals available 24/7, including palliative care specialists
✔ Receive a Personalised Home Healthcare Plan – Tailored to meet your support needs, whether for recovery or comfort-focused care
Our Services
IV Medication and Infusion Therapy
Safe administration of intravenous antibiotics and other infusions at home.
Anticoagulant Therapy
Home-based blood clot prevention management
Cannulation and PICC Line Care
Expert catheter and line management
Complex Wound Care
Includes surgical wound management, negative pressure therapy, dressing changes and surgical drain management
Diabetes Management
Insulin administration and blood sugar monitoring
Pain Management
At-home healthcare strategies to manage chronic and post-operative pain
Catheter and Continence Management
Expert care for catheter use and continence support
Enteral Tube Feeding Management
Safe nutrition management via feeding tubes
Palliative and End of Life Care (EOLC)
Palliative care at home, offering Compassionate support for comfort and dignity
Overnight Care and Respite
Professional overnight and temporary care
Health Assessment and Care Plan Review
Ongoing health checks and tailored care plans
Personal Care and ADLs
Assistance with daily tasks for independence
Concierge Service
Help with hospital discharge and in-home care coordination
Transport Assistance
Reliable transport to hospital and medical appointments
24/7 Home Care and Support
Personal and medical support after hospitalisation
When Hospital in the Home Is the Right Choice
Many people are unsure whether hospital care at home is appropriate or if it will still meet their medical needs. Put simply, Hospital in the Home care is designed for situations where hospital-level treatment is required but constant inpatient monitoring is no longer necessary.
If you're still uncertain, hospital care at home may be appropriate if:
✔ Your condition is stable but you still need daily clinical care such as IV therapy, wound care, or monitoring
✔ Hospital monitoring is no longer required, yet ongoing treatment or observation is still essential
✔ Extended hospital stays are affecting comfort, sleep, emotional wellbeing, or recovery
✔ Travel to and from hospital is difficult due to mobility, fatigue, or health limitations
✔ You or your family prefer healthcare at home, with professional oversight in a familiar environment
How It Works
Consultation and Referral
We work closely with doctors, hospitals, and specialists to assess your needs.
Personalised Care Plan
Our team creates a tailored HITH program to ensure optimal recovery at home.
Ongoing Support and Monitoring
We provide continuous medical care, health monitoring, and lifestyle support so you can focus on healing.
Our Approach to Dignity, Comfort, and Choice
At Lumia Care, healthcare at home is not just about treatment — it’s about how care is delivered. We believe everyone deserves to feel respected, comfortable, and involved in decisions about their care, particularly during vulnerable times.
Our approach to HITH and palliative care at home is guided by dignity, comfort, and choice. This means:
✔ Delivering care in a way that respects personal routines, preferences, and independence
✔ Supporting comfort and quality of life alongside clinical outcomes
✔ Communicating clearly and compassionately with patients and families
✔ Adapting care as needs change while maintaining continuity and trust
For individuals receiving palliative care at home, this approach is especially important. We focus on comfort, symptom management, and emotional support, ensuring care is centred on what matters most to the individual and their loved ones.
Where specialised treatments are required, such as IV therapy or line management, our nurses provide safe, attentive care at home, including services like PICC care and management, while maintaining a strong focus on dignity and reassurance. By delivering hospital care at home with compassion and respect, we help individuals feel supported, heard and cared for, not just treated.
Get Expert Hospital Care at Home
Our Hospital in the Home services facilitate a smoother, safer, and more convenient recovery. Contact our friendly team today to discuss your care options, especially if you are:
✔ a Post-surgery patient needing continued care
✔ an Individual needing IV therapy, pain management, or wound care
✔ a Patient managing chronic conditions like diabetes or heart disease
✔ looking to recover at home instead of in a hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How Can We Help?
Let Lumia Care be your partner in providing Hospital in the Home and palliative care at home to you or your loved one. Reach out to us to learn more about how we can support you and your family in living life to the fullest.
We have a simple and easy onboarding process, and staff available in most locations across Australia. We can start supporting you and your loved ones straight away!