Collaborating with
Home Health And Hospice
While seniors may want to live their final years in their own home, it may not be fully possible without the help of nurses and a dedicated medical team. Comfort Home Care collaborates with home health companies and hospice nurses to help make seniors comfortable and safe in their safe space. Depending on the level of assistance needed, our caregivers can work around and with other companies to make sure your family member is cared for.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Differences Between Home Health, Hospice Nurses, And In-Home Caregivers
All caregivers and nurses have similar responsibilities, but there are distinctions between home health, hospice, and in-home caregivers. Let’s look at these differences and how they can impact your seniors’ care.
Home health nurses provide medical care for the seniors in their homes. They help administer medication, educate patients and family about long-term care, aid in recovery, and provide wound care. They are often used by patients who don’t require around-the-clock care in a hospital but could benefit from someone with a medical background. Home health is provided on a short-term basis.
Hospice nurses are trained in end-of-life care for terminally ill patients. They provide comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for patients. Hospice is often used for patients who have been given a life expectancy of 6 months or less. They help with symptom management, often with steroids or stronger medication, emotional support, bedside and bathroom care, and documentation of the patient’s physical state.
In-home caregivers don’t have an extensive medical background, but can help provide companionship, aid, and comfort in other ways. Caregivers can help maintain the home, the patient’s mental health, and provide peace of mind for family members. In-home caregivers can help support patients in rehab exercises, spend the day with them when other nurses are unavailable, or create meal plans for recovering patients.
Working With Patients And Hospice Nurses
Comfort Home Care is proud to work with many different people in our line of work. Working with hospice or home health nurses is important to us as it helps the patient feel more secure and comfortable. Our caregivers can focus on more “mundane” or cleaning tasks while a home health nurse is working in the home with the patient’s physical needs. Our caregivers can also help share the load with nurses who have multiple patients to attend to. Home health nurses may be able to provide bathing or feeding assistance, but our caregivers can take these tasks off their plate.
Families who have been providing in-home care up to this point can also benefit from hiring multiple professionals to help lessen the emotional load of an aging family member. Comfort Home Care can help make this life transition less of a burden, helping you feel supported throughout the process.
Enhancing Patient Comfort
Collaborating with home health and hospice agencies will help patients receive comprehensive and well-coordinated care. Comfort Home Care works closely with all providers to help maximize health, recovery, or end-of-life care. No matter what stage the patient is in, we can help during every stage and do it with a smile. Having the skills of all different professionals will help to maximize outcomes and provide you with seamless support, providing safety and peace of mind. Keeping your loved one safe and healthy can be made easier with more professional help.
Recovery Or End Of Life Care
We work with both home health and hospice nurses because we are here to help with either recovery or end-of-life needs. Comfort Home Care provides compassionate care and added support, no matter the circumstances. Whether you are recovering from surgery, have had a severe sickness, or received a life-altering diagnosis, our caregivers are here for you.
By partnering with medical care providers, you will know that your elder is receiving the very best care possible. Comfort Home Care knows how working with multiple nurses and healthcare professionals can impact the quality of life of a senior. Our family members have often received this care, making our services even more personal and well-rounded. If you have a family member, neighbor, or friend who could benefit from our services, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
frequently asked questions
You’ve got Questions, We’ve got Answers
How Can I Know What Healthcare Provider I Need?
If a patient has a terminal illness or is losing function of their body, you can benefit from hospice nurses. Others recovering from surgery, who have high mobility or just need emotional support, can benefit from home health and in-home caregivers.
Can Challenges Arise During Collaborative Efforts?
Yes, communication barriers and education discrepancies can make it difficult for hospice, home health, and caregivers to all work together. However, our team does its best to communicate clearly and learn from each other during collaborative efforts. We will address challenges or problems outside of the patient’s home to keep things calm and professional. If our caregiver or a nurse is not jiving, we may provide a different employee going forward.