As our loved ones grow older, they find that they can’t do many of the things they used to do and need help. We want the best care possible for their golden years, but the options seem endless, expensive, and uncomfortable for those in need of help. Normally, assisted living homes would be the best option for seniors, but the world is ever-changing; the pandemic has caused many of us to rethink putting our loved ones into an assisted living facility for fear of their safety. Yet, the problem still remains: who is going to look after them while I’m at work, school, shopping, etc.?
Why choose a CHHA?
Home healthcare is a flexible solution that allows for your elderly loved ones to receive the care they need while still living with their families in an environment they’re familiar with. Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) are specially trained to assist those in need with their activities for daily living, otherwise known as ADLs. ADLs can include help walking, getting dressed, meal preparation, light housekeeping, bathing, and more. CHHAs can ensure peace of mind for you while maintaining the comfort and independence for your loved one in their own home. Studies show that maintaining independence is correlated with a longer lifespan. CHHAs are different from nurses in that they allow for you and your family to be in charge of your loved one’s care. Everyone’s needs are different; there isn’t a one-fits-all solution for elder care. However, hiring a CHHA will allow you to tailor their services for the care that you need, without sacrificing your independence and comfort.
During COVID-19, retirement homes and other assisted living facilities became hotspots for infections due to the close proximity of the caregivers and patients. It’s hard to contact trace in these situations due to the number of people from different locations visiting these places. Understandably, many families started to look for other options to protect their loved ones while getting the care they still need. Having a CHHA addresses this issue by limiting the contact between your loved one and outsiders. By receiving care at home, you and your loved ones reduce the risk of transmission by staying within your own social circle. Our CHHAs take protective measures to ensure your safety while giving you the best possible care; these measures include including wearing masks, gloves, and disinfecting surfaces. CHHAs are also given special training on how to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and maintain a safe home environment.
Other than safety measures, the greatest benefit from hiring a CHHA over moving to an assisted living facility is the relationship that forms between caregiver and client. Especially during this pandemic, seniors tend to feel isolated from their family and friends; any inability to do their daily activities can hurt your loved one’s self-esteem and confidence. CHHAs are there not only as caregivers, but as companions to your elderly loved ones as well. By staying at home, your loved one is in an environment they are comfortable in; they get to watch the tv shows they want, do the activities they want, eat the meals they want, and more. Seniors receiving home healthcare are free to live their lives as normal, see their family, all while receiving the help they need. Home health services are also covered by many insurances and Medicaid as an affordable alternative to residential living. Look into home healthcare as an alternative to senior homes for your loved one to live an independent life.
If you or anyone you know needs care, please visit our website for information or contact us at (732)-964-0062.
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