Companionship care is at the heart of our senior comfort home care services in Central Alberta. The value of companionship care includes helping with activities of daily living, ensuring safety, improving health, and enhancing clients' well-being. The responsibilities of a personal companion home care professional include:
Companionship is vital to reducing loneliness and isolation by building a trusting and meaningful relationship. An added benefit is improved mood and cognition from playing games, conversing, taking walks, and other preferred activities.
Meal planning and preparation ensure proper nutrition, compliance with medical directives, and dietary preferences.
Light housekeeping includes dusting, sweeping, emptying trash, doing dishes, and keeping the home clutter-free.
Medication reminders ensure clients take medications on time and as prescribed, reducing the possibility of missed medications or errors.
Activities of daily living are the foundation of daily functioning. Our care companions assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting to encourage as much independence as safely possible.
Assisting with transportation ensures that clients can attend social outings, access medical appointments, shop, and engage in community activities.
Errands may include but are not limited to, grocery shopping and picking up prescriptions, which saves time, energy, and effort.
Observing medical problems and reporting changes in health conditions to family and providers can help prevent accidents and allow for timely intervention.
Respite care is short-term relief that allows family caregivers time to attend to personal matters or simply recharge to prevent caregiver burnout.
Pets are important members of a client's family, and caring for them can be challenging. Our care providers can do pet cleanup, and walks.
Technology is the gateway to connecting with family and the outside world for clients who are confined to home most of the time. Care companions can teach clients how to stream, access video calling, and set up and troubleshoot Wi-Fi.
Communication with the family provides vital information about how a loved one functions, any care needs, and suggestions for improving the care plan.
In our middle tier of care, a healthcare aide provides a higher level of care than a companion but not the services provided by a nurse. This higher level of care requires a more comprehensive approach to both intermediate care needs. The middle tier of care bridges the gap between basic companionship and the more specialized skills of healthcare professionals. It focuses on maintaining and promoting the client's health, independence, and overall quality of life while collaborating with higher-level healthcare providers when necessary. The responsibilities of a healthcare aide typically include:
Assistance with more complex activities of daily living (ADLs), such as transferring, positioning, and mobility assistance for clients with limited physical abilities.
Administering medications following prescribed schedules and dosage instructions and under the supervision of a registered nurse or other healthcare professional.
Conducting basic health assessments, including monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature, to track and report deviations from normal ranges.
Providing basic wound care, dressing changes, and other minor medical interventions as instructed by healthcare professionals.
Supporting clients in using medical equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, or home healthcare devices to enhance mobility and ensure safety.
Offering guidance and education to clients and their families on managing chronic conditions, adhering to prescribed treatment plans, and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Create and implement meal plans based on specific dietary requirements or restrictions, ensuring that clients receive proper nutrition tailored to their health needs and preferences.
Supporting clients in performing prescribed exercises or rehabilitation activities to maintain or improve physical functioning.
Communicating regularly with nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care plan integration and address emerging health concerns.
Continuing to provide companionship and emotional support, recognizing the importance of social interaction in the client's overall well-being.
The middle tier of care, facilitated by trained healthcare aides, bridges the gap between basic companionship and the more specialized skills of healthcare professionals. It focuses on maintaining and promoting the client's health, independence, and overall quality of life, while still working in collaboration with higher-level healthcare providers when necessary.
In our top-tier care, we offer in-home nursing care using the specialized skills of a Registered Nurse. The role of our nurse is to provide a range of comprehensive medical in-home care services to meet clients' more complex needs. Critical aspects of the top-tier care provided by a registered nurse include:
Conducting thorough assessments of the client's health status, developing personalized care plans, and regularly updating them to adapt to changing needs or conditions.
Administering medications as prescribed by healthcare providers. The RN ensures proper dosing and timing and monitors for potential side effects or interactions.
Performing in-depth health monitoring, including assessing vital signs, interpreting lab results, and monitoring the progression of chronic conditions to address health issues proactively. Health monitoring may involve coordinating virtual health services.
Providing skilled wound care and managing complex medical procedures at the direction of physicians and other healthcare providers.
RNs educate clients and their families on complex medical conditions, treatment plans, and self-management strategies. They also provide guidance on lifestyle modifications and preventive measures.
Our nurse collaborates with other healthcare professionals, specialists, and support services to ensure integrated and seamless care. This may involve coordinating with physical and occupational therapists and other specialists as part of the overall care plan.
Assessing, managing, and monitoring pain through various interventions, including medication adjustments and therapeutic techniques.
Being prepared to handle medical emergencies, providing immediate interventions, and coordinating emergency services if needed. Our RN responds quickly and effectively in critical situations.
Acting as an advocate for the client's healthcare needs, ensuring that they receive the highest quality care and that their preferences and rights are respected.
Offering support and guidance to family members and caregivers, educating them on the client's condition, and providing training on necessary care tasks to improve the overall caregiving experience.
The top tier of care provided by a registered nurse in a homecare setting involves a high level of clinical expertise, critical thinking, and a holistic approach to addressing clients' complex medical needs. Our advanced home care solutions promote optimal health outcomes, maximize independence, and enhance the overall quality of life for individuals receiving in-home nursing care.