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Elderly and Senior Home Care in Wheeling, IL

Free Consultation: (847) 499-1307

More senior citizens are choosing to age in the comfort of their own homes when they reach retirement than leave to receive care elsewhere.  Choosing to age in place allows seniors more independence in their daily lives.  Some seniors can take care of themselves for a while after retirement, but there usually comes a time when they will need help to live safely at home.  As people get older, they experience changes that can make living at home difficult.  If you have senior relatives who have chosen to age at home, hiring an in-home caregiver can help immensely.

At Assisting Hands Home Care, we provide senior care services for those aging in place in Wheeling, IL.  Our caregivers are highly trained and will provide your loved ones with the care, compassion, and respect they deserve so they can safely live their golden years at home.

Senior Home Care Wheeling, IL

For professional senior care services in Wheeling, IL and the surrounding areas, contact Assisting Hands Home Care at (847) 499-1307.

Trusted Home Caregivers

Elderly-Care-Services-in-Wheeling-ILIt is our mission to provide you or your loved ones with dedicated, compassionate care to help you age in place.  We view ourselves as more than just your caregivers, we want to connect with our clients on a personal level and be their companion while providing them with excellent care.  Each of our caregivers have undergone background checks and they are licensed and insured.

Our elderly care services are customized to accommodate the unique care needs of you or your loved ones.  A member of our staff will conduct an evaluation of your loved one’s care needs within their home and work with them to form a complete home care plan.  We consult with those who need care as well as their families when forming the plan to ensure that the care plan works for everyone.

Your elderly care plan can include the following services:

Transportation

Driving gives people the independence to go where they need to go at virtually any time.  As people get older, driving often becomes unsafe as limited visibility, slow reaction time, and even cognitive issues begin to settle in.  Even though it is safer for some seniors to give up driving, they are still losing some of their independence when they give up their keys.

At Assisting Hands Home Care, we can return some of this independence by providing transportation services for seniors who no longer drive.  Our caregivers will make sure your senior loved ones get to family parties, doctor appointments, and religious services.  We will also assist with important errands including grocery shopping and prescription pickups.

Your loved ones have the option of riding in the car of the caregiver or in the family car.  The caregivers who provide these services each have a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

Fall Prevention

Caregiver-Helping-Patient-WalkThose over the age of 65 may experience a loss of balance and coordination which make falls more likely.  A fall can also lead to a serious injury as senior citizens generally experience a decrease in bone density.  In fact, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries among senior citizens.

Our caregivers will help prevent falls in the home by keeping walkways free of obstacles and guiding your loved ones through the home.  We look for fall risks during the initial safety assessment of the home and our caregivers will make sure to reduce these risks and help keep the home safe.

Housekeeping

Seniors with limited mobility may not be able to handle certain chores around the home like they used to.  Tasks such as emptying trash, sweeping, and vacuuming involve physical activity.  Our home care services will take care of light housekeeping tasks to keep the home clean and tidy.  It is important for your loved ones to live in a clean and comfortable home.

Medication Reminders

Forgetting to take medication, or taking it at the wrong time, can have adverse effects that will put your loved ones in the hospital.  Our caregivers will make sure your loved ones take the proper dosage of their medication at the right time and we can help them if they experience side effects.  We will also let family members know of any changes in their condition.

Companion Care

Caregiver-Senior-ReadingThe most important aspect of our elderly care services is the companionship that we provide for our clients.  It is common for senior citizens to be lonely, especially if they live far from their families.  Our caregivers will provide your loved ones with the companionship they need and be their friend as well as their caregiver.

Our caregivers will have conversations with your loved ones to get to know them on a personal level and engage them in their favorite hobbies and activities.  When we choose a caregiver for your loved ones, we make sure that we assign someone who has the personality type to get along with your loved ones and become their trusted companion.

Contact Us

Contact Assisting Hands Home Care if you have elderly loved ones in Wheeling, IL who could benefit from our senior care services.  Our caregivers will provide the care and companionship they need and keep the home clean so they can age in place safely and comfortably.

Give us a call at (847) 499-1307 to learn more or to request a free consultation.

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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.