More and more people are living longer lives which is great but -- the key is to stay healthy to a certain extent.
Unfortunately, this doesn't always happen.
As we get older, we realize we need help.
Family members, of course, are the first choice to lend a helping hand.
Depending on how ill the person is, a family member isn't always the perfect choice for home care either.
When searching for good Senior Home Care, make sure they have the following characteristics: 23 Things to Know: 1.
Bathing and dressing each morning 2.
CareManagement 3.
Companionship to the individual 4.
Monthly Grocery shopping needs along with preparing healthy nutritious meals 5.
Home health nursing for the individual offering peace of mind to all family members 6.
Hourly home care availability 7.
Incontinence and provide assistance with toileting 8.
Light housekeeping duties including laundry Services Related to Healthcare Needs: 9.
Blood pressure monitoring 10.
Bowel and bladder program 11.
CatheterCare 12.
Central line and port maintenance and management 13.
Diabetic care and education 14.
Disease and pain management 15.
Infusion nursing/therapies 16.
Medication management 17.
Patient and family education 18.
Physical, occupational, neurological and speech therapy 19.
Rehabilitation 20.
Respiratory therapy Ask: 21, If their services can be scheduled for either a few hours a week or up to 24 hours a day.
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If Short-term and longer-term care is available seven days a week that would include holidays.
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If they would provide additional assistance to those who may already be in a nursing home as well.