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What You Need to Know About Parkinson’s and In-Home Care

Comfort Home Care

Impact on Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) The progressive nature of Parkinson’s Disease can significantly impair an individual’s ability to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Tailored Care Plans for Individual Needs We understand that every individual with Parkinson’s has unique care needs and preferences.

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ProMedica Scales Down Operations; New Inpatient Facilities Open at Beacon Hospice, Holy Name Medical Center, The Hansen House

Hospice News

The hospice, palliative and personal care provider is a portfolio company of the private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CDR). The health care system is also shrinking operations at ProMedica Home Health Agency in Sylvania, Ohio. The Heartland asset was valued at $710 million, Bloomberg reported.

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In-Home Care vs. Assisted Living: Making the Right Choice for Your Loved One

Comfort Home Care

In-Home Care for Seniors In-home care provides professional support services for individuals or couples who need help recovering from an illness, managing a chronic illness, have special needs or a disability, or who simply need help with the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).

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Understanding Private Duty "Non-Medical" Care

Comforcare Home Care

Private duty home care services can help a senior or housebound adult with: Personal care, hygiene, bathing. Alzheimer's/Dementia long term care. Help with all activities of daily living (ADL's). Dressing and grooming. Walking, sitting, standing, and transferring. Light housekeeping and laundry. Meal preparation.

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The Differences Between Home Health Care Caregiver Roles

Comfort Home Care

Our article will help you better understand the differences in training and skill level of the various caregivers you will find in-home care services. Personal Care Assistant. They work closely with the health care team including the patient’s doctors, CNAs, or HHAs as they oversee the care of their patients.

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How To Paint the Picture:10 Better Words to Chart

Hospice Nurse Hero

Requires assistance with ADLs. Functional Abilities: Document declines in the patient’s ability to perform daily activities, highlighting any new dependencies, such as the need for assistance with walking, eating, or personal care. However, the second example has more details demonstrating how the patient is declining.

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Keeping Alzheimer’s Patients at Home With Memory Care

Comfort Home Care

These are the primary services offered to those dealing with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia: Companion services: Basic supervision which can include activities such as reading, playing games, chatting, exercising, or simply keeping the person company.

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