Firstly, I have to defend the carer, if its social services. I looked after my mum till she died 2 yrs ago and for the last 3 yrs of her life it got a bit much so I needed social service support, yes there were good and bad carer's but, they had rules too. Blood is a no no, they are not covered for it, and its against the rules, at least here in leeds, yes some will ignore that rule, but they are risking their jobs doing so. As to what you did Tom, I agree, a little bit of help goes a long way and u acted in the best interests of the patient, and if u look at it another way u saved money by treating in the home.