Home Companion Care vs Home Health Care

Caring for our loved ones is a privilege that many of us are unfortunately not able to experience. It may be that your loved one requires more specialized care than you’re able to provide or that your schedule is too hectic to provide the level of care and attention your loved one needs. Whatever the case may be, you may be looking into the best way to meet your loved one’s needs without having them moved to a care facility. In this blog, we take a look at the services provided by a home companion versus those provided by a home health care professional, so you can make an informed decision.

Home Health Aide vs Caregiver

1. Day to day life

One of the biggest differences between home care and companions is in the name. Health aides are professionals that offer medical assistance. They are often registered healthcare professionals such as nurses. They provide medical assistance such as administering medication, monitoring vital signs, taking medical notes and more. Senior companions on the other hand offer companionship. They provide elders with assistance in their day to day tasks such as preparing meals.

2. Personal care

One of the biggest challenges people face as they grow older is attending to their personal hygiene. A great benefit of investing in companion home care is that caregivers can assist with personal care. They can help your loved one with their personal hygiene tasks including going to the bathroom, grooming, dressing and bathing. These services can help ensure that your loved one can remain in the home for longer.

Personal care services provided by caregivers can also be beneficial for those that require short-term support during rehabilitation. For example, a person that has undergone hip replacement may benefit from these services while they recover from the surgical procedure.

3. Homemaking

Home health professionals often aren’t involved in homemaking. However, caregivers can provide services to meet the basic homemaking needs of their charge. Their services may include meal planning, preparation of meals, light housekeeping, light cleaning as well as laundry. They can help to lighten the load for the family by assisting with some household chores that directly impact the quality of life for elderly living in the home.

4. Companionship

It is easy for an older person to feel lonely and isolated. This is especially when they are not able to go anywhere on their own. This can lead to depression. Companion home health care services will ensure that your loved one has someone to keep them company. Caregivers not only develop friendships and spend time with the elderly but also accompany them to appointments and social activities. They can help them engage in hobbies or appropriate physical activities. Keeping your loved one active and engaged socially will help to improve their psychological health.

Home Health Care Services in Woodinville, WA

If you’re wondering about whether investing in homecare services is the right move for you and your family, you should contact us, Companion Care. We would be glad to discuss your needs and those of your loved one with you. We will assess your needs and requirements and help you determine the best approach to meeting them.

We pride ourselves in being able to meet the specific needs of the families that approach us. We will match your family with a caregiver that we believe is best suited for you. We don’t only consider the skills and experience of our caregivers but also the personality of the caregivers and the elderly as well as their families. We do this to ensure the best experience for all parties involved. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us to discuss your needs.