Home Care FAQ

Home care services provided by Assisting Hands Gulf Coast, provide support with daily living activities to help seniors maintain independence safely at home, where they can age in place with dignity. Offering services like bathing, dressing, medication reminder, light housekeeping, companionship, and local transportation, our caregivers can assist anywhere from 4 to 24 hours a day.

Home health care, often covered by Medicare and Medicare Advantage insurances, includes shorter visits from a Registered Nurse or a Physical Therapist for skilled services. Because they are medically necessary, these services must have a doctor’s order to show that the services are required to promote healing or prevent hospitalization. Through our Geriatric Case Management service, Assisting Hands Gulf Coast will assist you to get access to these benefits that you are entitled to have.

Families often combine home care and home health care services to meet their needs effectively.

Home care services can benefit many people, including seniors, individuals with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, chronic illnesses, those recovering from surgery, after cancer treatments, dialysis, and women after labor, and anyone needing assistance with daily activities. Assisting Hands’ Registered Nurses will create an individualized care plan for you or your loved one to ensure their needs are met to recover from post-surgery or treatment and maintain their independence as they age in place safely.

Assisting Hands Gulf Coast provides a variety of non-medical services to support seniors and other individuals requiring assistance in their homes. The caregivers at Assisting Hands can assist with personal care, medication reminders, transportation to doctors’ appointments, running errands, and much more. Not only do our caregivers provide assistance, but they also create connections and foster relationships with you or your loved one, bringing joy and ensuring that you or your loved one is safe while aging in place, i.e. from fall.

We also provide care transition guidance to provide your loved one with the comprehensive assistance they need to regain independence safely. Our caregivers are trained to help with Geriatric Case Management, Assisted Living Referrals, Skilled Nursing Placements, Elder Law Financial & Estate Planning, Medical Equipment, and Mobile Physicians Groups.

Yes, home care services can be provided on a short-term basis. Short-term care is often utilized for post-surgery recovery, temporary illness, or respite care for primary and family caretakers. The frequency and duration of care can be customized to meet the specific needs and preferences for you or your loved one.

Yes, you can count on our caregivers to not only ensure that your loved one’s needs are met, but also provide them with meaningful companionship and social interaction. Our companion care goes beyond basic caregiving duties by actively engaging in conversations, participating in activities, and building a meaningful relationship with your loved one. For more information, visit Assisting Hands Gulf Coast Companion Care.

The caregivers at Assisting Hands Gulf Coast are certified, bonded, and insured to provide the most high-quality care. Our caregivers have various certifications and other qualifications such as CPR and First-Aid, background checks, and TB tests. We train our caregivers to provide compassionate and quality care for you and your loved one, and to pay attention to the whole-being of your loved one. They stay in communication with the office’s Administrator and Registered Nurse to report any condition and behavior change as well as report incidents.

The schedule relies on the needs of you and your loved one. Whether you or your loved one needs help with errands and transportation a few days a week or 24-hour care a day, our hundreds of caregivers are available for your convenience. Our primary focus is keeping your loved one at home safe.

Caregivers are rotated until the family feels comfortable with the care provided. Typically, we find the right match upon our initial attempt. However, we are committed to making the necessary adjustments to ensure the highest level of comfort and care for your loved one is met. You could always call on us to be responsive, responsible, and compassionate, and find the right caregivers for you or your loved one.

To begin receiving home care services for you or your loved one, contact Assisting Hands Home Care at 813-868-6782. We can provide you with information regarding specific services and schedule a free in-home consultation to evaluate the care needed. We also will determine if there are other services and benefits that you are entitled to for you or your loved one to age at home safely. Our dedicated caregivers are trained and certified to help seniors feel comfortable and safe in their own homes.

If you live out of town or out of state and are seeking assistance for your elderly parent, the first step is to assess their needs, including their physical health, cognitive abilities, and daily living requirements. Contact Assisting Hands for a comprehensive consultation, where we can discuss your parent’s specific needs and develop a personalized care plan. Throughout the care process, we maintain regular communication with you, providing updates and adjusting the care plan as necessary.

Relocating a parent or loved one can be a significant and challenging task. You can contact Assisting Hands for personalized assistance. Assisting Hands Home Care can help your loved one adjust to their new home or new place of residence (ALF) by providing support during the transition.

Our home care services can ensure your loved one’s safety and comfort in their new environment, allowing them to maintain their independence. Our caregivers will maintain open communication with you and your loved one to ensure their needs are met and address any concerns.