Quality Home Care & Nursing Services
Compassionate and Professional Care at Your Doorstep
At Astera Touch Healthcare, we provide compassionate and reliable home care and nursing services tailored to each client’s unique needs. Our professional caregivers and nurses deliver personalized support that promotes comfort, independence, and well-being, helping clients live healthier and more fulfilling lives in the comfort of their own homes.
Our Story
Our home care agency was founded by two individuals who truly understand the challenges people face after a major health incident. Their personal experiences inspired a commitment to create a service built on compassion, dignity, and genuine support. We are dedicated to going the extra mile to ensure you receive high‑quality Healthcare Aid and Nursing Services that are tailored to your needs while keeping costs as accessible as possible. Our mission is to bring comfort, confidence, and dependable care into your home so you or your loved ones can regain independence and peace of mind.
Our Services
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Personal Care and Support Services
Personal Care Assistance
Helping clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral hygiene
Assisting with mobility such as walking or transferring from bed to chair
Supporting continence care and changing incontinence products
Nutrition and Meals
Assisting with meal preparation, serving, and feeding
Monitoring food and fluid intake and reporting concerns to supervisors
Following dietary plans or restrictions as directed by care staff
Medication Assistance
Providing medication reminders or assistance per MAR (Medication Administration Record)
Ensuring compliance with agency policy and training (note: health care aides do not administer medication unless authorized)
Homemaking and Environmental Support
Performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dishwashing, and vacuuming
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe home environment
Supporting daily routines and encouraging client independence
Emotional and Social Support
Offering companionship, meaningful conversation, and emotional comfort
Supporting clients in community activities or escorting them to appointments
Observation and Reporting
Monitoring clients for changes in condition, mood, or safety concerns
Reporting observations promptly to supervising nurses or coordinators
Documenting care activities accurately according to agency or WRHA policy
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Skilled Medical Care at Home
Wound care, dressing changes, and infection prevention
Ostomy and catheter care
Injections, IV therapy, and oxygen support
Post-operative recovery assistance and monitoring
Medication Management
Setting up pill organizers and providing medication reminders
Assisting with inhalers, nebulizers, or insulin management (as permitted by scope)
Monitoring medication adherence and reporting concerns to healthcare providers
Monitoring and Assessment
Checking and recording vital signs
Observing changes in condition, mood, or safety
Reporting updates promptly to supervising nurses or physicians
Rehabilitation Support
Supporting recovery after surgery, illness, or injury
Coordinating care with physiotherapists and occupational therapists
Encouraging mobility and independence during recovery
Chronic Disease Management
Assisting clients with conditions such as diabetes, respiratory illnesses, or neurological disorders
Providing education and support for managing ongoing health needs
End-of-Life and Palliative Care
Delivering compassionate comfort care and pain management
Supporting clients and families during sensitive times
Helping clients remain comfortably at home rather than in hospital
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Transportation Services
One-Way Transportation
One-Way Transport: Safe and timely travel to your destination, such as medical appointments or family visits.
Two-Way Transport
Two-Way Transport: Round-trip transportation to and from your appointments or scheduled activities.
Appointment Escort: A dedicated caregiver accompanies you during your appointment to provide support and assistance as needed.
Hospital Discharge Transport
Hospital Discharge Transport: Comfortable and reliable transportation from the hospital back home, with help settling in safely.
Anytime Transport
Overnight Transport: Assistance for clients requiring transportation or accompaniment during any time.
Did you know?
Self and Family Managed Care is a flexible home care option offered through the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority that allows eligible clients or their families to take greater control of personal care services. With approved funding and a completed home care assessment, clients can choose their caregivers, set schedules, and manage care in a way that best supports independence, comfort, and quality of life at home.
Self and Family Managed Care | Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
We Go Extra Step
1. Direct Billing Available
We understand that paying out of pocket can be difficult, especially after experiencing a major health incident. For this reason, we offer the option to bill directly to your insurance provider, helping ease the financial burden during your recovery
2. Proud Member of LTCAM
As a member of the Long Term & Continuing Care Association of Manitoba (LTCAM), we stand with leaders in compassionate, evidence-based care for older adults.
Long Term and Continuing Care Association of Manitoba
3. Continuous Training For Our Staff
We believe we can always do better, which is why we invest in continuous training for our staff.
4. 24/7 Staff Availability
Care needs don’t follow a schedule. Whether you need respite care or nursing services, call us anytime and we’ll do our best to be there for you.
5. Free Consultation
We offer a free consultation with a Registered Nurse to help you understand your care options and answer your questions. There is no obligation to sign up for our services. Our goal is simply to provide guidance, clarity, and peace of mind.
Contact Us
At Astera Touch Healthcare, we’re available 24/7 to support you and your loved ones. Contact us anytime and we’ll respond promptly with the care and attention you deserve.
Email: asteratouchhealthcare@gmail.com
Tel: +1 (204) 406-2002