Senior Home Care in Lackawanna County, PA
Finding the right in-home care services provider for your elderly loved one can be challenging. Matching the care, dedication, and love you have for the senior in your life may be a tall order, but Visiting Angels prides itself on being one of the nation’s most trusted home care agencies. Since 1998, we’ve helped countless seniors and families across the nation embrace aging in place.
When you entrust the care of your aging loved one to Visiting Angels of Scranton, we begin by crafting a care plan that addresses the needs of everyone involved. We aim to make the addition of care services a stress-free experience in your loved one’s life. We also provide guidance through every step of the process to improve the quality of life for Lackawanna County seniors.
How We Help Seniors Age in Place
Under the umbrella of senior home care services, Visiting Angels caregivers assist older adults with various non-medical tasks as they go about their days. Our staff coordinates with healthcare providers and family members to ensure continuity of care. We pride ourselves on adding another pillar of connection to local seniors’ support networks. Below are examples of the many tasks our caregivers assist Lackawanna seniors with:
- Transportation coordination for appointments
- Meal preparation and planning
- Companionship and emotional support
- Medication reminders
- Fall prevention and mobility assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Shopping support
- Grooming aid and dressing assistance
- Laundry and household tidying
- Social engagement and companionship
Visiting Angels also offers many other types of senior home care. We specialize in dementia care and Alzheimer's care, respite care, 24-hour home care, and palliative care. For seniors who may struggle with or fear falls, we offer our Safe and Steady® fall prevention program to help reduce the risk of falls that can result in serious injury.
Why Choose Local Care in Lackawanna County?
In addition to providing care and compassion of a higher quality than most, Visiting Angels caregivers love to share elements of the local community with seniors. Acting as companions, our caregivers enjoy visiting some of these amazing locations:
- PNC Field
- Lackawanna River Heritage Trail
- Nay Aug Park
- The Marketplace at Steamtown
- Everhart Museum
The great thing about Lackawanna County is that there’s always something new to explore. Visiting Angels caregivers welcome the chance to create new memories and share local seniors' experiences.
Is A Career in Home Care Services in Your Future?
Has all of this information on in-home caregiving touched your heart in a different way? Perhaps you are here because you’ve considered making a living as a career caregiver. Visiting Angels seeks to recruit caregiving talent, regardless of your experience level. If you demonstrate commitment to the seniors in your life and caring for others, we welcome you to explore our services and benefits. The following articles also demonstrate what you can expect as a Visiting Angels caregiver:
- How to Find the Right Caregiving Employer to Work For
- 5 Corporate Skills You Can Use as a Professional Caregiver
- Getting Started as a Professional Caregiver
- Considering a Career in Home Care
- What Are Qualities of a Visiting Angels Caregiver?
Let’s Talk More About In-Home Care in Lackawanna County
If you’re ready to take the next step with senior home care services or want to explore our open positions, contact us to learn more. We’re happy to connect you with the necessary resources to accomplish your goals.
Serving Scranton, Waverly, Pittston, and surrounding areas | Lackawanna, Wyoming, Luzerne, and Columbia Counties.
Visiting Angels SCRANTON, PA
2200 Stafford Ave #600Scranton, PA 18505
Phone: 570-800-5270
Fax: 570-800-5269