Select Your Caregiver®

Visiting Angels offers a unique approach to Senior Home Care in Lighthouse Point. Providing a self-directed model of in-home care to Lighthouse Point residents, we believe that you and your family should have a choice about where and how you live, as well as who will provide your care. That’s why our personalized screening system is designed to maximize your peace of mind. You’ll have the opportunity to interview and make the final decision on selecting any caregiver we refer to you, before care begins. We pride ourselves on matching the needs of our clients with the experience of professional and thoroughly screened caregivers.

Nationally Known, Locally Owned

Since 2000, Visiting Angels serving Lighthouse Point has helped thousands of families by providing access to caregivers who can help elderly residents in Lighthouse Point live happier and more comfortable lives in the privacy of their own homes. With access to one-on-one care and compassionate assistance, ‘Aging in Place’ becomes a reality for you or your loved one. Professional caregivers referred by Visiting Angels can provide the following assistance for you or your loved one:

• Bathing, Grooming and Dressing
• Toileting and Incontinence
• Walking and Fall Prevention
• Mobility and Range of Motion Exercises
• Transferring and Positioning
• Medication Reminders
• Self-Administration of Medication
• Planning and Preparing Healthy Meals
• Laundry and Light Housekeeping
• Running Errands and Shopping
• Transportation to Appointments
• Household Organization and Light Housekeeping
• Social Care and Meaningful Companionship

At Visiting Angels You Are In Charge

 

Visiting Angels will not dictate to you what your schedule is to be (i.e. what time to wake up, when to bathe, meal schedules etc.) You are the boss! Our consumer-directed model of care allows you and your caregiver to determine the scope of services to be rendered. Step one is a discussion with one of our Client Services Advisors. Through our free in-home consultation, we gain a clear understanding of you or your loved one’s needs. Visiting Angels will then help you find a senior caregiver who can meet those needs. You get to customize your requirements and will never be asked to alter your routine or demands.

Safety and Trust

The safety of our clients is our highest priority. Each referred caregiver has gone through our comprehensive 3-tiered interview process. Thorough background checks are performed by local agencies, state officials, and the FBI. Professional caregiver licenses are verified and certification of required coursework is confirmed. Every Angel we refer has earned their wings!

Availability

Our caregiver registry is rich with experienced Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs). Caregivers are available 24/7/365; mornings, mid-day, evenings and throughout the night.

• Weekends and Holidays
• Temporary or Long Term Care
• 24 Hour Care

Respite Care in Lighthouse Point, FL

Providing care as a family member or friend requires giving up a generous amount of time. But no matter how much love or time you give, sometimes the burden of care becomes too much. Respite Care presents an opportunity to pass the strenuous areas of care onto a professional, so you can focus on what matters most. Friends and family members often find they can recover from anxiety, stress, or fatigue and spend quality time with their loved ones.

Long Distance Caregiving in Lighthouse Point, FL

We know how worrisome it is to have a loved one across the state or country when they’re in need of care. That’s why we designed a long distance caregiving service for residents of Lighthouse Point. The Visiting Angels team and your loved one’s caregiver are available to you around the clock. You’ll receive updates on their wellbeing and retain full involvement despite the distance. We promise to make sure communication is healthy and we won't leave you in the dark on any news.

Lighthouse Point Senior Life Care Navigation

Professional, experienced and thoroughly screened caregivers referred by Visiting Angels can restore hope and energy to seniors by caring for their emotional, spiritual, and physical needs. Caregivers can provide this dignified and respectful service for the following areas:

• Alzheimer's Care
• Dementia Care
• Companion Care
• Personal Care
• Ready-Set-Go Home (Proven to prevent hospital readmission)
• Safe and Steady Fall Prevention
• Social Care Program
• End of Life Care

Lighthouse Point Alzheimer's Care

As many as 5.1 million Americans suffer from the devastating disease of Alzheimer’s. Caregiving can become extremely difficult for those closest to the victim and we know how heartbreaking it is to witness a decline in memory and mental skills. We refer professional in-home caregivers who have received training in Alzheimer’s support in Lighthouse Point. Their skills will allow your loved one to live as full a life as possible. The caregiver’s efforts will let you to focus on enjoying time with your loved one and not be constantly distracted by their daily obstacles and health.

Dementia Care in Lighthouse Point, FL

When your loved one is diagnosed with dementia, one of the most worrying questions you’ll have is, "Who will care for my loved one?" Thankfully, whether your family member has early-stage, mid-stage, or late-stage dementia, professionally trained and experienced caregivers can provide assistance to help them stay at home comfortably. At Visiting Angels we know how complicated tackling Dementia Care for residents in Lighthouse Point can be. We offer free care consultations to help you determine what care services are right for you or your loved one, and to answer any questions you may have.

Companion Care in Lighthouse Point, FL

Our caregiver registry has a healthy selection of professional and experienced caregivers who focus on making life less lonely for seniors in Lighthouse Point. Companion Care is perfect for families who are struggling to juggle their own commitments. A professional caregiver referred by Visiting Angels ensures that you or your loved one has someone to talk to, laugh with, and enjoy hobbies with.

Lighthouse Point Personal Care

If you or your loved one suffers from muscle weakness, limited mobility, or other physical difficulties then senior home care in Lighthouse Point can help them live a comfortable life, independently. Caregivers can assist with a wide range of activities of daily living that may have become cumbersome to carry out alone.

Hospital Transition Care in Lighthouse Point, FL

Ready-Set-Go Home with Transitional Care

When families in Lighthouse Point are in need of transitional care for a loved one, they turn to Visiting Angels. We can help your loved one avoid becoming a statistic by providing referrals for non-medical aid at home after an inpatient hospital stay. Over 2.6 million seniors per year are readmitted to the hospital within the first 30 days after discharge. Transitional care referrals from Visiting Angels can help. “Ready-Set-Go Home” is a transitional care program unique to Visiting Angels. We designed it to give seniors the chance to make a successful transition back into their life at home after a hospitalization. Around 20% of discharged Lighthouse Point patients return to the hospital within one month. Sadly, once back in the hospital the chances of recovery drop considerably. Our program is finely crafted to ensure that the transition back home is as smooth as possible.

Lighthouse Point Fall Prevention

Falls don't just happen. There are causes and they can be avoided. A simple trip may have been caused by arthritis, poor eyesight, medication, dehydration, or a lack of grab bars. But with the helping hand of a professional caregiver, seniors can walk and move in and outside their house safely. Falls often have huge implications and can lead to a rapid decline in the health of seniors. Preventing falls is just one of many areas we are committed to ensuring seniors in Lighthouse Point live safer lives.

Lighthouse Point Social Care

We know from experience that healthy mental well-being is just as important as physical and logistical needs. Caregivers can assist seniors with access to social life in many ways, including through the internet; with cell phones, email, Facebook, Skype, and FaceTime to ensure they can stay connected with family and friends.

End of Life Care in Lighthouse Point, FL

End of life care services give Lighthouse Point seniors the chance to remain in the privacy of their own home, with a focus on comfort, dignity, and peace during the end of life process. Caregivers can provide high-quality support and assistance for your loved one and your family during this time of need. We believe that by being there to complete tedious tasks, you and your loved one can focus on the things in life that matter most. Caregivers can provide non-medical support to:

• Minimize any discomfort
• Assist with personal tasks such as dressing, bathing, and daily hygiene.
• Take care of any aspects that can make the journey easier for your family.
• Provide a comforting presence to relieve feelings of fear, isolation, and anxiety.
• Free up time for you and your family to enjoy quality time together.