Choosing to bring an at-home senior care provider into your home or your loved one's home is a tough decision. For many senior adults, this seems like an admission of defeat, that they are losing their independence or active lifestyle. With Visiting Angels Palm Beach Gardens, this couldn't be further from the truth.
Visiting Angels will not dictate your care schedule (i.e. what time to wake up, when to bathe, meal schedules etc.). We understand that each client is unique and has their own personal preferences. Our goal is to provide the support a senior client needs to remain in their home for as long as possible - on their own terms.
Before starting care, we'll complete a free in-home assessment. A member of our staff will meet with you and your senior loved one, as well as any other important family members (spouses, sibling, etc.) We will determine exactly what your needs are and develop a customized care plan that outlines what our caregivers will be doing during each visit.
Care can be provided for a few hours each day, full-time, overnights, or on the weekends. We like to have a set weekly schedule so that your loved one can have a consistent caregiver - but shifts can be added as necessary. Many clients start with minimum hours and as their needs progress, add on additional days. This is a good way for your loved one to get comfortable with their caregiver and begin to trust them.
While continuity in care is of course important for your loved one, it helps our caregiver provide better care as well. If one caregiver is consistently caring for your Mom or Dad, they will know how to best communicate with them, come to know their likes and dislikes, and be able to provide an overall better care service.
If you're looking for an at-home senior care agency that provides the support your senior loved one needs, without all the restrictions and rigid rules, consider Visiting Angels of Palm Beach Gardens. Call our office today to learn more. We're happy to answer any of your questions and will work with you to find the best care solution for your family!
Marie was wonderful. She looked after my Dad like he was her own Dad. Visiting Angels was the only agency that actually provided what they said they would.