Tips On Home Care From the National Association for Home Care and Hospice
(PRWeb) February 1, 2007 -- When you or a loved one become ill or need home care, it can be a very difficult and confusing time for a family. In order to help people make the difficult decision regarding who will care for their loved ones in their final days, NAHC has compiled advice to help family members decide on the right time to consider home care and how to ensure their loved ones are being well provided for. "Signs it is Time to Consider Home Care" and "Questions to Ask When Choosing a Home Care Provider" are vital for those people who must make this vital decision.
Signs it is Time to Consider Home Care:
1.The patient is consistently short of breath, unable to eat, sleeping excessively, and experiencing increasing pain.
2.The patient has started to withdraw from life and/or family and friends.
3.The doctor has stated that the patient's condition is not curable and that there are no more medical options.
4.The patient has expressed they are ready to die but the family is not ready to let go.
5.The treatment the patient is receiving seems no longer to be helping or working but prolonging the inevitable.
6.Financial issues are becoming more challenging.
7.The patient is unable to do everyday chores such as dressing themselves, going to the toilet or bathing without assistance.
8.It is becoming harder for the caregiver to take care of the patient.
Questions to Ask When Choosing a Home Care Provider:
1.Can you please share your company's performance standards for their employees?
2.How long has your company been in business?
3.What qualifications, certifications, experience and training do you require of your workers?
4.Are your employees insured and bonded?
5.How do you supervise your workers to make sure the proper care is given?
6.Will the same caregiver oversee my case consistently?
7.Do you conduct a home visit before starting the home care service?
8.Do you work with my doctor in developing a plan of care?
9.Can you provide me some references from doctors, hospital personnel and social workers?
10.Has your company been involved in any lawsuits involving customer satisfaction?
For more information please contact Lauren Fuller at (201) 843-5600 or via e-mail.
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