Between 12 and 15 million elderly or disables individuals receive home health care in the United States each year and that is about one in 22 people. Services range from companionship to medical care to household chores and they are all very important to recipients as well as their families but during the holidays they’re especially important.
Being with family is important to almost everyone during the holidays but often it’s not possible due to any number of reasons, including Covid-19 restrictions. Holiday traditions like making cookies, decorating the house, and just having company is not always possible with people confined to their homes and assistance is not only appreciated but necessary. Home health professionals can even help set up video calls with loved ones on special days to help bring people together on special days.
Monitoring overall health, prescriptions, and doctor visits are all common services provided by home health helpers and are comforting to both the patient and their family. Mental health in particular can be compromised during the holidays so it’s important to watch for signs of depression and take appropriate steps when they are visible.
Of course every patient and every situation is different so we at Feingold Nursing always customize our services to best reach goals that are appropriate. A team approach involving the patient, physicians, is best for everyone is the most effective way to move forward. Many families are concerned about cost and we always work with people’s budgets and insurance companies if applicable.
The road to peace-of-mind for you and for your loved one who may need at-home care begins with a call to our office at 561-210-9096
