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Fall Prevention in Arlington Heights, IL

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At Assisting Hands Home Care, our primary responsibility in the home is the safety of your loved one. The thought of a fall is scary for both families and older adults. Our clients want to remain in their own homes and they understand that one fall can stand in the way of these plans! Falls are the leading cause of fatal injuries among adults 65 and older and if they have fallen once, their risk of falling again increases by 75%.

Caregivers give families peace of mind knowing that someone is with their loved one to prevent those falls from happening in the first place, or call for help should an accident or injury occur.

An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure

Many people believe that falling is an inevitable part of aging, due to a decline in strength and balance. However, this is a misconception. Falls are preventable and you should not accept your loved one’s risk of falling as an inevitable aspect of aging.

Fall Prevention at Home

Fostering a safe living environment and encouraging your loved ones to adopt a few lifestyle changes can greatly reduce their risk of falls within their home. Consider helping them implement the following behaviors to prevent falls:

  • Encourage your loved ones to wear shoes with nonskid soles in their home instead of socks or slippers.
  • Improve the lighting in the bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and stairways so they can look out for trip hazards. You can light up these areas with night lights to make them safer at night.
  • Secure loose carpeting and remove throw rugs.
  • Keep the floor clear of electrical cords and other possible trip hazards.
  • Install grab bars near the toilet, bathtub, and shower.
  • Install handrails on both sides of every stairway.
  • Encourage your loved ones to ask for help instead of climbing on stepladders and stools to reach something.
  • Clean spills right away and do not wax the floors.

Fall Prevention from Assisting Hands

It is understandable for families to be on edge when they have a senior loved one who is prone to falling. If they experience a fall when no one else is around, their injuries can be severe or even fatal. Our caregivers will help keep your loved ones safe by walking with them through the home and clearing any potential trip hazards out of their way.

You can expect our caregivers to do the following to help reduce the risk of falls for your senior loved ones:

  • Accompany your loved ones as they walk through the home
  • Assist with transferring from their bed, recliner, or wheelchair
  • Keep walkways and stairs free of trip hazards
  • Provide medication reminders to ensure they take the proper dosage to prevent side effects that increase the risk of falling

Talk to Their Doctor About Fall Risks

One of the reasons falls are so concerning is because they can happen to anyone and result in major injuries. However, some seniors are more vulnerable to falls than others due to certain medical conditions, prescription drugs, and environmental hazards that can impair mobility and balance. If you are concerned that your loved one is at risk of falling, talk to their doctor immediately. A physician can evaluate and address issues with balance, dizziness, or reduced muscle strength, and determine if side effects from their medications are causing vertigo or imbalance. If this is the case, then you can discuss adjusting their dosage or changing their prescriptions.

You can help your loved ones reduce their risk of a fall by ensuring that they follow their medication schedule and take the proper dosage which prevents side effects that could lead to a fall. If their medications seem to be causing adverse reactions, consult with their doctor about making changes. You should never change their medication regimen without approval from their doctor.

Call Assisting Hands Home Care for Fall Prevention

Our compassionate caregivers provide personalized home care assistance to help your elderly loved ones navigate their living space safely, significantly reducing the risk of falls and serious injuries. If you are concerned about a senior loved one who may be at risk of falling, reach out to our professionals at Assisting Hands Home Care to schedule a consultation. Your family will rest easier knowing that one of our compassionate caregivers is with your loved ones to ensure their safety and well-being in their home.

Give us a call at (847) 499-1307 to learn more about how we can provide effective fall prevention for your loved ones in Arlington Heights, IL.

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In such a short time, Allison has become an essential part of my mother’s daily morning routine. Allison is my mother’s friend and protector. Her gentle and caring style bless my mother every morning during her check in to ensure that all of her needs and safety are met. Allison helps my mother with light jobs around her condo, runs errands with her, and encourages my mother to do stimulating activities such as puzzles and reading. Allison is a natural caregiver and genuinely cares about my mother’s well-being. My family is so grateful for her presence.
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Key FAQs About Home Care

When a loved one needs care, there’s a sense of urgency for many families. Finding a reliable and trustworthy caregiver to come into your home is not easy, but an agency can take the guesswork out of the process. Assisting Hands Home Care in Glenview hires and screens all of our caregivers. When we find the right caretaker match for a client, it gives all family members peace of mind knowing that they or their loved one is in good hands.

Additional benefits of working with a home care agency include:

  • Concierge service: At Assisting Hands, we screen and vet caregivers for you, working daily to recruit and train the best. Given our experience and background, we’re equipped to find caregivers that fit best with your family’s needs.
  • Backup care:If a caregiver is unable to show up to their scheduled shift, home care agencies will find a replacement so families can rest assured they’ll always have coverage.
  • Specialized care:Home care agencies offer caregivers who are trained to work with patients with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and other conditions that require additional skills or limit mobility.
  • Streamlined billing:Home care agencies will handle the payroll, taxes, and employment verification for each caregiver.
  • Personal injury protection:Our caregivers are insured and bonded, which protects against theft from the patient and any injuries incurred by the caregiver. Agency caregivers are also eligible for worker’s compensation, whereas private caregivers are not, requiring the family to pay for damages in the event of injury.

The added benefits of working with a home care agency are the reason for the price differential. Though the cost of a private caregiver is typically about 20-30% less than working with an agency, families must take on additional work including training, hiring, and handling payroll — and that all comes after the challenging process of finding a trustworthy, reliable caregiver.

All of our caregivers are Assisting Hands employees, meaning they’re prescreened, trained, and on our payroll. The less footwork required, the sooner you’ll find care for your loved one.

Absolutely! Ongoing professional development is part of our commitment to elevating the profession of caregiving.

Our caregivers are required to go through annual training that covers specialized care for many conditions including strokes, Parkinson's, and dementia. Caregiving is a holistic profession, and to that end, training sessions also include topics like death and dying. A Certified Dementia Practitioner oversees each training program, offering insight into both the physical and emotional needs of dementia clients.

All our caregivers are trained to handle numerous daily tasks, including:

  • Manage personal care, bathing and toileting
  • Assist with ambulation and transfers
  • Manage emergencies and provide emergency care
  • Detect and report abuse
  • Identify the signs of a stroke

Assisting Hands Home Care is licensed through the Illinois Department of Public Health. This means that you automatically get insurance and protections, including:

  • Compliance with IDPH guidelines regarding caregiver training, intake procedures, supervision, and scope of care.
  • A professional Coordination Team
  • Concierge Services such as…

A family caregiver can provide temporary relief and help their loved ones save money on the cost of patient care. While giving your time and energy is noble and provides comfort and familiarity for the care recipient, there are also disadvantages.

Family caregivers are prone to stress, and often make personal sacrifices due to the high demands of the job. This can also be detrimental to their mental and physical health. To avoid burnout, it’s okay to ask for help.

There are many options available. Choosing respite care services, in which a caregiver will share the responsibilities of caring for the loved one, can create a healthy balance and be a good middle ground.

Home care and home health care have different scopes of service. The primary difference is that home health care includes medical care assistance, while home care involves a number of non-medical services that make care recipients feel more comfortable and safer in their homes.

The scope of services covered by home care include:

  • Personal care, such as feeding, bathing, incontinence care, and personal hygiene maintenance
  • Senior transportation
  • Meal preparation
  • Light housekeeping
  • Transferring for clients who are unsafe to move on their own The scope of services covered by home health care include:
  • Injections
  • Blood testing
  • Medication management
  • Wound care

When you contact Assisting Hands for your initial assessment, one of our experts can help determine which type of care is the best fit for your loved one.

For some of our clients, long-term care insurance is the best option when paying for home care. If you think long-term care insurance is a possibility, start by reviewing your policy to see if you have a home care benefit.

Our agency has experience working with the major LTC companies including Genworth, John Hancock, and C.N.A., among others. Our team submits care notes and invoices weekly, so you can receive timely reimbursement for your services.

Make sure you’re familiar with the policy holder’s coverage limits and the costs your policy covers. Some insurance companies require a waiting period of one to three months after receiving assistance before families are allowed access to funds, so make sure your timing is correct.

A line of credit is another popular option to pay for care. It can provide a quick source of funds to cover the cost of care while waiting for long-term care insurance or Veteran Aid to take effect. During the signing process, the borrower will pay an unused line fee, known as an annualized percentage on the money not withdrawn. You should also know that lines of credit require collateral, such as a house, annuity, car, or savings account. This is required for security purposes, should the borrower not pay back the loan.

Assisting Hands is proud to be a preferred provider for the VA. Care is an important responsibility, and we take our role as a community provider very seriously. Contact your TK to find out more about your eligibility.

Our goal is to provide as much consistency as possible. While we cannot always guarantee that your loved one will have the same caregiver, we can assure you that our team will communicate any changes to your family as soon as possible. You will not have to worry about someone new showing up to your home without being notified first by one of our team members..

Yes! We have an online portal where families can view caregiver notes, invoices, and upcoming caregiver schedules. We value transparency and clarity in all we do.

Assisting Hands Home Care is licensed through the Illinois Department of Public Health. The added value of a home care agency include the following:

  • Illinois Department of Public Health Licensing: Complies with IDPH guidelines regarding caregiver training, intake procedures, supervision, scope of care, etc.
  • Caregivers are Legal Employees: At Assisting Hands all caregivers are our employees. We cover appropriate employment taxes & make sure we comply with laws regarding overtime, benefits, etc.
  • Insurance: Assisting Hands is responsible for holding liability and workers’ compensation insurance. Although caregivers work in your home, we are responsible for the work they do.
  • Professional Coordination Team: 1) All of our staff are Certified Dementia Practitioners. 2) Expertise in hiring and match caregivers with client needs 3) Monitor caregiver arrival, departure, and care notes 4) Quarterly visits to assure quality of care 5) Easy billing and printed invoices to submit for tax purposes
  • Concierge Service: Changes are common in home care. Our care team can adjust to changes seamlessly. Your loved one may require more care after a hospitalization or less care on their road to recovery. Our Assisting Hands team can ensure that the management is off your plate and in our hands. Think of us as your concierge for home care services.