Whether your loved one is heading home from the hospital or you’re considering adding a professional caregiver to your loved one’s care team, creating a care plan is an essential first step in senior homecare.
A care plan is a document that lays out a road map for care between medical professionals, professional caregivers, family and loved ones. The document ensures that everyone involved in caring for your loved one understands his or her needs and the best ways to meet them.
The process begins with an in-home consultation to assess the senior’s needs.
A skilled professional will identify and help clarify those needs — be it physical, emotional, spiritual or social.
He or she will then draft the plan, ensuring the right services are provided and that it is personalized to your loved one’s needs; personality and preferences. Plans should also be flexible and adjusted as needed.
Here are some of the questions that a professional may ask when developing your loved one’s care plan:
When drafting a care plan, a professional will consider the needs of any family or friends who might be providing care currently. Some of the questions you will want to be prepared to discuss are:
A good care plan should not only ensure the highest possible quality of life for your loved one but also that of those currently caring for her. It’s essential to remember that even after making your care plan, your loved one’s needs can change and the care plan will have to change too. His or herneeds aren’t static, therefore your care plan can’t be either. To learn more about professional Care Plans, contact Visiting Angels by completing our care inquiry form and we’ll call you within one hour, or call us now: (800) 365-4189.
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