What is In-Home Care?
The term 'home care' or 'in-home care' has a wide definition that encompasses many different health and social services. These services are generally administered for the elderly, recovering patients, mentally disabled, and people otherwise in need of assistance. The type of assistance ranges depending on individual needs - it can range from medical and nursing assistance to help with daily activities and therapeutic or social treatment.
In-home care is not intended for medical conditions that demand supervision that cannot legally or logistically be maintained at home. It is not for conditions that must be given assistance/supervision in a medical facility. But there are many other conditions that can be easily managed from home - inexpensively and in the convenience of the home.
When given the choice, most elderly people choose to remain in their homes and maintain a happy and independent life for as long as they can. Similarly, younger adults who are recovering from surgery or are disabled find in-home care to be a more attractive option. In-home care can offer a more affordable option that is a more compassionate and comfortable experience
Most people would rather get their care at home
Live-In Health Care is the solution that keeps Virginia elders in their own homes for as long as possible. This maximizes the ability to remain independent while enjoying familiar surroundings. Because caregivers are in the home around the clock, the client is not left unattended and strain on the family is minimized.
Skilled services, such as nurses or therapists, can be added to the in-home care plan without losing the continuity and social support of the Live-In caregiver. Live-In Care can be used for either short term rehabilitation or for long term care.
Short Term Live-In Care is appropriate for:
- Rehabilitation patients.
Rehab situations usually occur upon discharge from the hospital after an injury or surgery. The Live-In caregiver provides the mobility and support needed to recover at home while remaining independent.
Long Term Live-In Care is appropriate for:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Advanced Parkinson's Disease
- Complications from Diabetes and Strokes
- Patients on hospice care, regardless of diagnosis, may choose to supplement the hospice services with Live-In Care.
Long term home health care needs typically increase over time. Live-In Care is useful in responding to these changing needs. The Live-In caregiver is well positioned to notice changes and alert family and medical professionals to them.
BestCare Home Care, Inc. also has a Respite Care program where a Live-In caregiver is provided for a short time to allow the regular family caregiver to go away on a trip, or just take a break from the strain of regular caregiving. The cost of live-in care is lower than most people think. Having a caregiver in the home around the clock usually costs less than having an hourly caregiver there for just 12 hours.
We provide assistance with:
- Personal Hygiene - Bathing, Dressing, and Grooming
- Incontinence Care
- Medication Reminders
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Meal Preparation
- Diet Monitoring
- Home Safety Supervision
- Housekeeping and Laundry
- Errands and Shopping
- Walking and Mobility
- Transportation to Appointments
- Entertainment
- Cheerful Companionship
- Respite for Family Caregivers
