You’re concerned that Mom may possibly require some professional help at home, and so obviously, you know just where to turn for that help, right? No? Take heart – you are not alone. Millions of people in the United States alone are facing the same quandary, and most people don’t know a lot about home care services until the need for care develops.
If you’re in the early stages of looking into home care options, it’s helpful to have some understanding of what exactly home care is and how it works. To help you along this journey, the professional team at Compassionate Care Home Health Services has compiled some frequently asked questions about home care, along with the corresponding answers to help you make better, more knowledgeable care decisions for your loved one.
Q: Can Medicare pay for long-term in-home care?
A: No. Although it’s true that Medicare might pay for some home health care costs within very particular parameters, it is not currently intended to cover long-term in-home care.
Q: Is it more economical to hire a caregiver independently than working with a professional home care company?
A: No. While in the beginning it may seem that hiring an independent caregiver is more affordable than hiring a caregiver through a professional home care agency, there are many unexpected expenses when hiring a private caregiver. For instance, with a privately hired caregiver, you are the employer, meaning it is your duty to cover taxes, worker’s compensation, and more. When working through a home care agency, you do not have to worry about or pay for any of these things.
Q: Is home care a good choice for a senior with Alzheimer’s disease?
A: Yes. Compassionate Care provides highly trained, compassionate Alzheimer’s and dementia care in Midland. Our caregivers receive ongoing training on how to provide the highest quality support to seniors with dementia, providing families much-needed breaks from care and peace of mind.
Q: What do ADL and IADL stand for?
A: ADL is the term for Activities of Daily Living, or activities that occur every day, including showering, getting dressed, transferring from the bed to a chair, walking, etc. IADL stands for Instrumental Activities of Daily Living, and covers such activities as managing home finances, shopping, using the phone, etc. ADLs and IADLs are evaluated when determining which level of care is suitable for a senior.
Compassionate Care can help seniors with both ADLs and IADLs, which results in safer, more comfortable, and more independent lives at home.
We know you likely have some further questions about senior at home care and we’re here to provide the answers you need. Contact us any time at 877.308.1212 to learn more about our home care in Midland, MI, and the surrounding areas.