Frequently Asked Questions
What Services Do Assisting Hands Home Care Provide?
Assisting Hands Home Care provides comprehensive in-home care services. Our services include but not limited to: Our home care services can cover the following ADLs and IADLs:
- Accompany on Walks
- Accompany to Doctor Appointments
- Bathing
- Bed Making
- Companionship
- Dressing
- Dusting
- Eating
- Errands
- Grocery Shopping
- Grooming
- Hobbies
- Incontinence Care
- Laundry
- Limited Transportation
- Meal Preparation
- Medication Reminders
- Mopping
- Oral Hygiene
- Organizing Incoming Mail
- Pet Care and Feeding
- Picking up Prescriptions
- Post Office Visits
- Recreational Activities
- Respite/Relief for Families
- Safety/Fall Protection
- Sweeping
- Taking out the Trash
- Toileting
- Transferring and Positioning
- Vacuuming
- Washing Dishes
- Walking and Mobility
What Are The Benefits of In-Home Care?
The advantages of In-Home Care are numerous. Assisting Hands Home Care offers a tailored home care plan designed to address individual needs and preferences giving the elderly the comfortability to age in their own homes. Our caregivers also foster a sense of companionship and social interaction, mitigating the risk of isolation and depression. In addition to the convenience, in-home personal care typically entails lower costs compared to assisted living or nursing home care. Furthermore, the one-on-one, personalized care ensures that your loved one receives focused attention, offering peace of mind that their needs are being met by a trusted professional. Finally, the supervision and assistance provided also serve to reduce the likelihood of falls, injuries, and other household accidents, enhancing overall safety and well-being.
How Is In-Home Personal Care Different Than Home Health Care?
- In-Home Care: This is the type of home care provided by Assisting Hands Home Care. In-home care refers to professional care and assistance in activities of daily living (ADLs). We provide help and support for the elderly in bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, companionship, etc. The goal is to support the individual's independence and well-being while promoting a safe and comfortable living environment.
- Home health care: This type of care is not provided by Assisting Hands. Home health care refers to medical care services. Home health care services are prescribed by a physician and are usually required for individuals recovering from surgery, managing chronic illnesses, or needing specific medical treatments, etc.
Can I Change the Home Care Schedule?
Yes, the home care schedule is determined according to you and your needs. Our team will work with you and your family to create the best care schedule and frequency. If you would like to make adjustments, please give us advanced notice and our team will best accommodate the changes. For emergencies, we always have staff available 24/7 for immediate responses.
Does Assisting Hands Home Care provide care for People with Alzheimer’s Disease?
Yes, Assisting Hands Home Care provides non-medical in-home care services for elderly and seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia. Our caregivers serve as a companion and assistant in daily tasks such as grooming, bathing, dressing, meal preparation, shopping/errands, and light housekeeping, but we do not provide specialized medical care.
How do you recruit and screen your caregivers?
During the hiring process, we require each applicant to provide a background check and submit proof of a clean driving record, TB test documents and CPR certification. These stringent criteria are essential to ensure the safety and well-being of our clients.
Do I have a say in the type of caregiver I receive?
Yes, your feedback is important to us. When you contact Assisting Hands Home Care, our team will provide you with a free consultation. We will visit your home, learn about your loved ones, their needs, situations, and preferences. Based on which, we will match your elderly loved ones with the most compatible caregiver. If you would like to request changes during the experience, you always can reach out to us directly.
Can I contact you on the weekends or after work hours?
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us during weekends or after work hours. We have 24/7 on-call staff available to assist and respond to all requests and situations.
Will my insurance cover any of the home care services?
It depends on the types of insurances. When you contact Assisting Hands Home Care, our team can contact your insurance provider to learn if your coverage includes non-medical home care services. For Medicare and Medicaid insurances, they will only cover medical care.
How soon can a caregiver start?
It will depend on your needs and preferences. If you need a caregiver immediately, we will promptly assign one of our skilled caregivers. However, typically, the more notice you can give us, the more seamlessly we can accommodate your needs.
How do I sign up for your home care services?
Please contact Assisting Hands Home Care at (352) 758-4512 to learn more about our services and schedule a free in-home consultation. Our team is available round the clock to assist you with the utmost compassion and support.
