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Medications– Many of our clients request us to provide medication reminders, and to keep records of when a client takes their medication. Bed-Bound Client Concerns– If a client is confined to a bed, a special protocol will be enacted to reduce the risk of bed-sores and ensure proper hygiene and circulation. Light Housekeeping– We spell out the specific housekeeping duties to be performed on each shift. Our housekeeping duties are focused to the care need and main living areas of the client. General Overview– All of our clients are evaluated by the Care Coordinator, and a general overview of the client, their living environment, needs, abilities, temperament, and much more are addressed. Emergency and Medical Contacts– We identify all important contacts in the event of an emergency, as well as special instructions for handling emergency situations.
If we become aware of any form of abuse or neglect of any senior citizen, we are required by law to report it. An North Coast Elder Care management employee is available to speak with family or caregivers 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Transportation or Errands– Often we are called upon to provide transportation to and from appointments, or to run errands for the senior.
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These are addressed so that we can provide a caregiver with appropriate transportation and insurance. If permitted by family, we can also drive the senior in his or her own vehicle, or arrange for special transportation. We offer 24-hour care, split into two 12hr shifts. This ensures each care attendant is available and alert during both daytime and evening hours. From time-to-time, North Coast Elder Care may initiate a client care conference attended by all North Coast Elder Care team members as well as family members. These conferences can cover a wide range of issues, including care protocols, special family concerns, special caregiver training, and changes in client behavior or condition.
In addition, many use canes or walkers, or may simply need “stand-by” assistance as they ambulate. We devote a great deal of effort at the outset of our services to develop the best custom care solution for each client based on their individual needs. Once care begins, we constantly monitor the process to make sure it is meeting the clients ongoing needs. To verify your email address and activate your job alert. The mouth is in essence, an opening to the lungs.
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We document all important interactions with clients, families and caregivers. Depending on the issue at hand, it will be assigned to the appropriate care-team member for follow-through. If a caregiver or a family expresses a complaint about care, or any other aspect of our operations, it is automatically routed to a senior manager who oversees the resolution.
Pasta, which is easy to eat can be eaten for a few meals. Food enhanced with seasonings are also encouraged. Ambulation/Mobility or Transfers– Many of our clients have special needs related to their ability to safely transfer to and from seated positions.
Frequently Asked Questions about Home Care Assistance of North Coast
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Seniors often need special assistance, and our caregivers are specially trained to provide whatever the senior may require. Medical Conditions– While we are non-medical in our care focus, a general review is crucial to understanding the special care needs of each client. Client complaints are given the highest priority and visibility in the organization. So are any situations where the best interests of our clients may be in question. As a senior care provider, North Coast Elder Care is a mandated reporter to Adult Protective Services.
Durable Medical Equipment– We assess any special equipment that is in the home to ensure that our caregivers are properly trained to use it. This could include hospital beds, wheelchairs, transfer boards, and Hoyer lifts. North Coast Elder Care caregivers are trained to provide a wide array of care services, all of which are included in our basic care fees. Additionally, all quality and training oversight by the care management staff is included in your basic care rate. Toileting or Incontinent Care– We want to ensure that this basic human need is adequately addressed.
In North Coast, Home care professionals can be a massive benefit for aging adults who are unable to look after their basic needs and accomplish daily tasks. Home Care Assistance provides caregivers trained in Parkinson’s, stroke, and dementia care and are available on an hourly and 24/7 basis. Our highly trained caregivers perform vigorous training to stay ahead of the advance care methods for seniors. North Coast home care providers can offer round-the-clock service which is an excellent alternative to a nursing home for seniors who wish to age at home.
Everyone should be encouraged to move to the best of their ability. Even if that means a bed bound person sits up only a few times a day. The less you move, the harder it becomes to do so, and people become resistant to moving. We strive to foster maximum independence, while providing peace of mind that our clients are in good hands. Our services provide care to your loved one in the comfort of their own home. Sips of cool water need to be provided throughout the day unless a health issue prevents that.
Elderly will not tell you they are thirsty if asked. That is why it needs to be handed and encouraged multiple times throughout the day. As you age, nutrition becomes even more important as muscle mass starts to diminish. The majority of elderly see cooking as a chore, and as a result their nutritional decline is usually over a period of time. Taste buds begin to die as we age and food no longer tastes as good.
We offer 12-hour overnight shifts if you need someone to be with your loved-one during the night. We can be "on-call" just for the times you need us, or set up on a regular schedule. Sleep Patterns– Establishing a baseline of “normal” helps our care staff understand when sleeping/drowsiness may indicate a change of condition that needs to be brought to the attention of the family.
From devising tailored care plans for aging adults to helping them live a happy life, our expert caregivers can offer amazing services. Psychosocial or Behavior– This area of the care plan addresses a wide range of issues that can affect a client. This could include Alzheimer’s/Dementia behaviors, general temperament, medication side-effects, etc. A plan for handling specific behaviors, as well as identifying caregivers skilled in handling special situations is addressed in this area.
Bacteria in the mouth can migrate to the lungs, which can lead to various infections. Poor oral hygiene has been linked to heart disease. Pets– We need to know what pets are in the home and their temperaments as well. This helps us in selecting appropriate caregivers.
Evaluation Frequency– We will recommend how often a Care Coordinator should stop by to evaluate the client and observe their condition and changes in care needs. Bathing/Dressing– Personal grooming and assistance with dressing are thoroughly addressed. Activities/Exercise– We develop a plan of physical and mental activities that are appropriate and enjoyable to the client. North Coast Elder Care is an in-home care agency located in Cabarete on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic.
