How To Choose The Best Senior Home Care Company For Your Needs

At-home care from a reputable home health care agency can provide numerous positive benefits to your those choosing to Age in Place, such as helping you manage your health and medication adherence, completing daily tasks, and providing friendly companionship. However, while there are several home health care agencies to choose from, how do you select the best company for your needs? Before partnering with a senior home care agency, be sure to ask the following questions:

What Kind Of Care You Need?

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to caretaking. The best care for your needs will depend on your illness or condition, your ability to carry out tasks independently, the availability of family members to help you, and your unique needs. You may require scheduled at-home visits or live-in senior care from a registered nurse or caregiver. You may also consider working with a recreational therapist who will help you enjoy your favourite activities, or discover new activities to meet new friends and socialize. An at-home companion or senior home care provider who can help you with daily tasks and provide company is also a wonderful form of care for people whose family members are unavailable or live far away.

Does The Company Have A Positive & Credible Reputation?

While there are many caretaking agencies out there, not all of them are credible and trustworthy. It’s important to not select a company at random or simply choose the least expensive option. Thoroughly research the company that you’re interested in working with by investigating their credentials, reading online reviews, and looking for industry awards. It’s also a good idea to take notice of their involvement in the community through volunteering, fundraisers, partnerships, and research projects.

Are Their Employees Qualified?

Consider how systematically the home care agency inspects applicants and hires new employees, and how they follow up with existing employees to ensure that their care is always consistent and high-quality. It’s also a good idea to ask how the company will choose the best caretaker or senior care provider for your needs and personality. A reputable home care agency will carefully vet all employees, conduct routine follow-ups to ensure that their clients are happy with their service, and carefully listen to and address any issues that arise. They’ll also hold a meeting with new clients to get to know them and their needs, and work to match the client with the best available caregiver.

Do They Offer Flexible Care?

Depending on your needs, a company that only offers 9-5 service may not be the best choice for you. Look for a home health care agency that can accommodate your schedule and arrange regular visits at the most convenient time for your needs. You may also need an agency that can offer round-the-clock, live-in care on a long or short-term basis.

Do They Clearly Communicate With You & Your Family?

A reputable home health care agency will always offer clear and open communication with you and your family members. If desired, your health care provider can regularly update your family members on your health and wellbeing, and provide notice of any changes in your condition. They’ll also speak to you and your family about any changes they suggest in your lifestyle or routine. Your caretaker can also communicate with your medical provider to provide updates on your condition, so they can be promptly addressed at your next appointment.

iCare Home Health: Home Health Care In Milton, Burlington, Oakville & Mississauga

iCare Home Health is an award-winning home health care and senior home care agency serving clients of all ages. We offer qualified and compassionate home health care in Milton, Burlington, Oakville, and Mississauga. We are proud and active participants in many fundraisers and events in our community, and strongly believe in always giving back and making a positive impact.

At iCare Home Health, we are committed to continually using innovative methods to help our clients achieve greater health, happiness, and wellbeing. We recently partnered with Durham College to create the innovative Artificial Intelligence feature for our Health Espresso app, which is available for everyone to download to help manage their medication adherence and vital signs.

We offer a wide variety of services to suit every client’s unique needs and provide flexible service hours. Our caregivers and nurses are carefully screened and matched to each client and provide the best experience possible. Clients can take advantage of regularly scheduled visits from a caregiver, or benefit from qualified live-in care to help them manage their health and undertake daily tasks. To learn more, contact iCare Home Health and arrange a complimentary consultation.