Home Care Services For Seniors and Individuals With Chronic Health Issues
0
0
Liberty at Home is a great way for seniors or individuals with chronic health issues to stay safely at home and maintain their independence. Home care may be provided by a formal home health agency, informal caregivers (family members and friends), or a combination of both.
Common home care services include personal care, companionship and nursing services. Personal care and companionship services help with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming, dressing, preparing meals and household chores. These services also provide emotional support, social interaction and safety supervision.
The Role of Professional Home Care in Managing Chronic Conditions
Liberty At Home Care provides long-term, hourly nursing care in the home and is supervised by medical professionals like registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs). This type of home care can be used to manage complex medical needs, including medication administration, wound care, and intravenous therapy. This type of home care is typically paid for by Medicare, Medicaid and private long-term insurance or veteren benefits.
Informal care can be provided by a network of family and friends who offer assistance in the home, often helping with basic ADLs and IADLs. Families and caregivers should always keep an eye out for any changes in habits or appearance that could indicate a need for additional home care. Some older adults are resistant to receiving additional home care and may need a little time to adjust, especially if they’re living with dementia or another condition that impairs memory. Many people find that their quality of life improves when they start receiving home care.
