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Resident Rights in Long Term Care Nursing Facilities
When a family member or a friend moves into a long term care nursing facility the question is often asked whether the family member or friend has any rights as a resident of such facility.
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Do Patients Benefit with a Companion at the Doctor’s?
Older people who bring a friend or relative to the doctor with them report greater satisfaction with their medical care. The more active the companion is in asking questions, writing instructions, scheduling appointments, or helping with transportation, the more favorable the patients’ experience. “Visit companions are commonly present in older adults’ routine medical encounters, actively [...]
When Should I Consider Care For You Instead of a Home Health Aide?
Deciding between hiring a home health aid or a senior companion really depends on the kind of assistance you or your loved one needs.You may want a companion, however, if you or your loved one’s needs primarily relate to the activities of daily living.
In Home Care – How Do We Begin?
Care for You® staff will come to your home to conduct a free assessment, which typically lasts one to two hours. The purpose of the assessment is threefold: · Identify and quantify your needs and wishes · Reach an understanding about what Care for You® can provide, including anticipated cost and a schedule for services [...]
What Kinds of Screening do Senior Companions Undergo?
What Kinds of Screening do Companions Undergo? We conduct a criminal background check and check references carefully. We require an up-to-date TB test and up-to-date automobile insurance, and conduct a driving records check if the Companion is to provide transportation.
Will I Always Have the Same Companion?
Yes, we will keep you or your loved one with the same Companion to the greatest extent possible. This was a principle upon which the company was founded. Our experience with our own family elders has taught us that people don’t want strangers coming to their door, or a different person every day.
How Will My Companion be Assigned?
The Care for You assessment process is specifically designed to identify client interests as well as needs. We have been highly successful in using this information to match clients with the right Companions.
What should I expect from a Companion?
Knowledge of your situation and the kinds of things you’d like done, flexibility, responsiveness, initiative in identifying and suggesting other helpful supports, and doing what need to be done at all times.
What if My Experience with that Companion isn’t What I’d Hoped?
Sometimes, the Companion-client relationship just doesn’t click. This is why you will get a follow-up phone call shortly after service begins. Usually, the problem is minor and another Companion can step in quickly. If we missed a key expectation in the assessment process, we will revisit the needs and expectations that we agreed upon initially [...]
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