How To Start Home Care For a Loved One
Most seniors prefer to stay in their own homes, but sometimes it can be difficult when they live by themselves and need daily help. Home care can promote dignity and independence for your loved one with professional assistance. They will receive dedicated care to maintain daily routines and continue the activities they have enjoyed in the past…with help from an Angel.
Your first step to starting home care should be an in-person meeting with a Visiting Angels care coordinator to discuss family and/or client needs. This meeting includes a detailed review of care needed, schedule (if known), specific requests, and any other concerns.
Common Home Care Topics
The initial meeting provides an excellent opportunity for you to ask questions. The meeting also helps the home care agency to become acquainted with you as well. If you’re feeling overwhelmed about the decisions you need to make, Visiting Angels will provide expert guidance and recommendations throughout the entire process to give you peace of mind.
The following home care issues are commonly discussed during initial meetings:
- Physical Care Needs
Specific care assistance will be determined for your loved one needs. Personal care requests may include bathing and grooming, dressing, meals and diet, mobility, incontinence, etc. - Emotional Care Needs
Your loved one will receive elderly companion care that includes social interaction, activities, hobbies, conversation, appointments, and camaraderie. - Schedules
A specialized program will be tailored to meet your schedule as well as your loved one, who may need help with sleep, eating, and medicine reminders. - Homemaking Assistance
If your loved one is unable to tend to housework or needs a little assistance, we’ll develop a program that includes preparation of meals, groceries, linens, laundry, and light housekeeping. - Logistics
We’ll cover everything you need to know about the home care process such as schedules, access to the home, documentation, and the details of how to work with scheduling changes, the office or the caregivers.
After the initial consultation, we'll establish a schedule, finalize the care plan, arrange a nurse visit, and match your loved one with a caregiver who best fits your loved one's needs. Generally, services can be provided within a 48-hour period.
Contact your nearest home care location today or call 800-365-4189 with any senior home care questions. Our home care assessments are offered free and with no obligations.
Serving Baltimore, Bel Air, Easton Edgewater, Eldersburg, Frederick Gaithersburg, Hagerstown, Largo Laurel, Millersville, Pikesville, Silver Spring, Towson & Waldorf, Maryland
Visiting Angels Maryland Offices
Visiting Angels in Eldersburg, MD
6505 Ridenour Way E #1BEldersburg MD 21784
Phone: 410-324-6347
Visiting Angels in Largo, MD
9701 Apollo Dr #300Largo MD 20774
Phone: 301-583-8820
Visiting Angels in Silver Spring, MD
804 Pershing Dr #110Silver Spring MD 20910
Phone: 301-578-1616
Visiting Angels in Towson, MD
100 West Rd #300Towson MD 21204
Phone: 443-841-5455
Visiting Angels in Gaithersburg, MD
971A Russell AveGaithersburg MD 20879
Phone: 301-355-6578
Visiting Angels in Owings Mills, MD
10451 Mill Run Circle #400Owings Mills MD 21117
Phone: 410-218-9506
Visiting Angels in Baltimore, MD
7206 Belair RdBaltimore MD 21206
Phone: 410-882-8201
Visiting Angels in Waldorf, MD
50 Post Office Rd #201Waldorf MD 20602
Phone: 301-281-6866
Visiting Angels in Waynesboro, PA
10764 Buchanan Trail EWaynesboro PA 17268
Phone: 717-749-0458
Visiting Angels in Millersville, MD
8338 Veterans Hwy #103AMillersville MD 21108
Phone: 410-587-2316
Visiting Angels in Easton, MD
221 Glenwood AveEaston MD 21601
Phone: 443-746-0494