Seniors who are unable to fully care for themselves or who are suffering from chronic illnesses often benefit greatly from the services of a private duty, home care aide.
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Many times, adult children of elderly individuals serve as primary caregivers to their parents. In-home care assistance takes over many of the tasks for which family members may have little or no time to properly oversee, thus creating a better and safer environment for the senior who requires help.
Training and Qualifications
A home care aide assists clients in many ways, and the broad range of the services offered generally cover everything from personal care to help with bill paying and transportation to and from appointments or social events.
Registry-employed home care aides must be educated, screened and certified. In addition, a comprehensive exam is usually given so that the home aide’s general knowledge can be tested before he or she is assigned to clients.
Levels of Care
There are different levels of private duty health care, but most home care registries provide the following services:
• Personal care, such as help with bathing, shaving and washing hair
• Homemaker services, including housecleaning, laundry and light yard work
• Meal preparation, delivering meals
• Shopping, picking up prescriptions and other errands
• Transporting the client to medical appointments or social events
A person may need help on a temporary basis, such as when one is recovering from an injury, illness or surgery. In most cases, an employee of the chosen home care service will visit the home and speak to the client in order to evaluate the level of care necessary. This helps both the client and his or her family to choose the appropriate person for the job.
Benefits of Private Duty Home Care
The most comfortable place for the majority of elderly individuals is at home in an environment that is familiar. Therefore, one of the many advantages of private duty caregiver services is that the senior can age at home, rather than having to relocate to an assisted living facility or similar institution.
Peace of Mind
In-home care also gives families the peace of mind that comes from knowing that an aging family member is receiving personalized, compassionate and professional care in the privacy of his or her own home.
Quicker Recovery and Reduced Risk of Hospital Admissions
Studies have also shown that those who receive non-medical care in their own dwelling have less instances of hospital re-admission when recuperating from injury, surgery or illness. In addition, research also indicates that almost all individuals heal more quickly when they can leave the medical facility and recover at home with the help of a qualified aide.
Better Health
Elderly individuals with chronic or acute illnesses must receive proper nutrition, rest and take all medications on time. Home health care workers assist senior citizens with these activities and in many cases, such assistance helps them to maintain their current level of wellness for longer periods of time.
Monetary Savings
When compared with the cost of a personal care home or assisted-living facility, private duty home care is very affordable. Additionally, because services are rendered one-on-one, the quality of care is often better than that received in one of the aforementioned institutions.
Ultimately, the goal of private duty care is to offer whatever services the client and his or her family requires to ensure the person can remain at home and independent as he or she ages. Those who feel they may benefit from such services should schedule an appointment with a reputable company who can help them find the home health aide that will best fit their needs.
In Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach and all cities from Palm Beach to the Greater Fort Lauderdale area call us, Boca Home Care Services. We’ve been offering the most trusted home care services for seniors since 1998. Call us for information, or an in-home interview. 561-989-0611 or toll free at 877-706-0785.