Physical Care
Registered Nurses support daily living, meals, medication reminders, symptom observation and follow-up preparation.
- Record pain, appetite and fatigue
- Support nutrition and eating
- Link nursing and medical escort
Cancer care
Cancer Asks More of a FamilyThan Medicine Alone
Through treatment, the care, escorting, feeding and fatigue usually fall entirely on the family. CareLane can arrange nurse assessment, medical escort, nutrition support and home care alongside the treating team's plan, so the family has something concrete to work from.
Who is it for
Who is it for?
1
Weak during treatment
Fatigue is common and daily support may be needed.
2
After chemo or radiotherapy
Needs symptom observation and planned rest.
3
Palliative stage care
Comfort, dignity and companionship come first.
4
Post-surgery recovery
Wounds, activity and nutrition need attention.
5
Poor appetite
Nutrition support helps when weight is dropping.
6
Family needs respite
Share day, night and medical escort pressure.
Treatment stages
Treatment Stage Support
Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and recovery can feel different. Care priorities should adjust with each stage.
Choose a stage below
Chemotherapy: Save Energy
Watch fatigue, nausea, appetite, pain and sleep changes. Simple notes help the medical team at follow-up visits.
Pain notesAppetite & fluidsFatigue levelVisit updates
Radiotherapy: Steady Routine
Plan rest, meals and daily routines around treatment. Observe skin discomfort, fatigue and mood changes.
Daily routineSkin careEmotional SupportVisit prep
Recovery: Rebuild Confidence
Gradually rebuild nutrition, activity and daily rhythm. Add medical escort, nursing or respite support when needed.
NutritionStrengthDaily rhythmFamily support
Mind and body
Mind and Body Support
Emotional Support
Cancer treatment is easier when the person feels understood. Companionship reduces loneliness and gives family caregivers respite.
- Calm companionship with dignity
- Support elders and family
- Share daily care
Family support
Family Support
Cancer care supports the whole family, with clear roles and communication at each step.
How can family share roles?+
Separate medical escort, medication, meals, night care and emotional support.
How do we work with the medical team?+
CareLane provides home living support and does not replace the oncology team. Symptom notes can be shared at follow-up visits.
What if family is exhausted?+
Short-term or regular respite support can share day and night care.
Can support be short-term only?+
Yes. Hours and service mix can be adjusted by treatment stage or individual needs.
Why CareLane
Why CareLane
Symptom records
Pain, appetite and fatigue can be clearly summarised.
Infection awareness
Watch fever and sudden decline during treatment.
Family respite
Give family room to rest and reorganise roles.
Dignified companionship
Comfort, wishes and quality of life come first.
Care direction
Care Should Not Feel Lonely
Start with the most urgent needs, then combine medical escort, nutrition, nursing and companionship.
Care team
Care team
Care, daily support and nutrition are arranged by treatment stage.
RN
Registered Nurse (RN)
Coordinates symptom observation, medication and warning signs.
HCW
Health Care Worker (HCW)
Helps daily living, meals and physical observation.
Nutrition
Dietitian
Supports poor appetite, weight management and meal advice.
Plans
Cancer Care Plans
Home Companion Care
Daily living, companionship, symptom observation, meal support and family respite.
Integrated Cancer Care
Treatment-stage planning, medical escort, nutrition, Registered Nurse care and team coordination.
Comfort Care Plan
Focused on comfort, companionship, symptom observation and emotional support for the family.
Pricing
Support during treatment, priced up front
Escort staff lead, with a dietitian and one nurse assessment alongside. The plans below are the combinations families most often choose, shown for reference — items and visit counts can be adjusted after assessment. Each plan states the number of visits, the total hours and the total price.
A reference combinationVisits and hours stated up frontAdjustable month to monthAdjustable after assessment
Cancer — during treatment
Escort-led, around the treatment schedule
HK$140–160 / hour
Medical escort · minimum 3 hours per trip
Getting to and from treatment is usually the heaviest task. Escort visits form the backbone, with a dietitian for eating and one nurse assessment to set the baseline.
- Medical escort · HK$140–160 / hour
- Registered dietitian · HK$1,200 / visit
- Nurse home assessment · HK$1,000 / visit
- 3 hours per trip · from about HK$420
Daily support & escort — monthly
Home carer, with escort as needed
HK$140–160 / hour
Home carer · minimum 3 hours per visit
More hands are needed on the low-energy days. A carer visits weekly for daily living, with two escorted appointments each month. Visits and hours adjust month to month.
- Home carer · HK$140–160 / hour
- Health worker · HK$150–200 / hour
- Medical escort · HK$140–160 / hour
- 3 visits a week × 3 hours · from about HK$1,260 a week
Staff and reference rates
The arrangement below is what families most often choose during cancer treatment. It is a reference, not a fixed package — staff type, visit count and hours are set after assessment.
RoleSuggested arrangementRate
Medical escortAccompaniment to treatment and follow-up visits, with a report afterwards
Each treatment or visitfrom 3 hoursHK$140–160 / hour · about HK$420 a trip
Registered dietitian at homeReviews intake and weight, sets the meal direction
Every 2 to 3 weeks1 hour eachHK$1,200 / visit · at least 4 visits of the same eligible service prepaid in full HK$1,080
Nurse home assessmentOnce before treatment starts, written report included
Once before treatment1 hourHK$1,000 / visit · written report
Home carerDaily routines, meals, bathing and companionship
3 times a week, 3 hours eachHK$140–160 / hour · about HK$1,260 a weekHealth workerCare plus blood pressure, pulse and temperature
3 times a week, 3 hours eachHK$150–200 / hour · about HK$1,350 a weekThe table above shows the arrangements families most often choose and is for reference only — the staff type, the number of visits and the hours can all be adjusted after assessment, and you are charged for what is actually arranged. The 10% discount requires full upfront payment for at least four visits of the same eligible service. There is no expiry date. If the arrangement stops early, completed services and applicable cancellation fees are deducted at standard rates and the balance is refunded. Cancellation with less than 24 hours’ notice costs half the standard fee for that visit; cancellation at least 24 hours ahead is free. Non-prepaid services use standard rates and the usual payment arrangements. Third-party charges such as nutritional supplements, hospital registration, investigations, medication and transport are charged at cost, with receipts kept and settled with the family.
Outside office hoursOutside Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00, a 30% surcharge applies. Public holidays and the first three days of Chinese New Year, 50%.
Remote districtsLantau beyond Tung Chung, the outlying islands and locations without direct public transport carry a HK$100 surcharge per visit. No other call-out fee.
CancellationCancel 24 hours or more ahead at no charge. Under 24 hours, half the standard fee for that visit applies.
Transport, taxi fares, registration, investigation and medication fees during an escort are charged at cost against receipts, with no service mark-up. The services above are personal care, nursing procedures and rehabilitation training carried out as instructed by medical staff. They are not medical diagnosis or treatment and do not replace your attending doctor. The 10% discount requires full upfront payment for at least four visits of the same eligible service. There is no expiry date. If the arrangement stops early, completed services and applicable cancellation fees are deducted at standard rates and the balance is refunded. Cancellation with less than 24 hours’ notice costs half the standard fee for that visit; cancellation at least 24 hours ahead is free. Non-prepaid services use standard rates and the usual payment arrangements.
FAQ
FAQ
What should we watch during chemotherapy?
Observe fever, appetite, mouth discomfort, fatigue and pain changes, following the oncology team's individual instructions.
What should we do if fever occurs?
During chemotherapy, follow the oncology team's fever instructions and contact them immediately if fever occurs. If the person is acutely unwell, confused, breathless, collapses or cannot obtain urgent oncology advice, call 999 or attend an Accident and Emergency Department.
What symptom notes are useful?
Record pain, temperature, appetite, bowel habits, energy and sleep.
Can nutrition support be added?
A qualified Dietitian can advise meals according to appetite, weight change, treatment plan and medical condition.
Do you communicate with the hospital team?
We can organise factual home observations for the family to share at follow-up visits. Clinical decisions remain with the treating team.
Related
Related services
Need Cancer Care at Home?
Tell us the treatment stage and family needs. We will suggest a suitable plan. Phone / WhatsApp: 9185 5217. A first enquiry can start with a free preliminary phone assessment: 10 to 15 minutes to talk through the direction and the likely monthly cost, at no charge.
WhatsApp UsPrepaid discount, refunds and staffing
The 10% discount requires full upfront payment for at least four visits of the same eligible service. There is no expiry date. If the arrangement stops early, completed services and applicable cancellation fees are deducted at standard rates and the balance is refunded. Cancellation with less than 24 hours’ notice costs half the standard fee for that visit; cancellation at least 24 hours ahead is free. Non-prepaid services use standard rates and the usual payment arrangements.
Eligible services: wound care, nasogastric tube replacement, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, therapy assistants and nutrition support. Home care, health workers, housekeeping and medical escort do not automatically qualify; quotations identify the eligible service and number of visits.
We aim to arrange the same staff member, but may change staff according to availability and will notify you beforehand. Basic assessment and training equipment used during the home visit is included; aids or products left for the family require a separate quotation.