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If you've never needed caregivers for your loved one, you may not know the
specifics of what home care can offer. Visiting Angels can help.
Your family member's personal caregiver will be
responsible for all of the following Activities of Daily Living. You can utilize as few
or as many services as needed. The only limiting factor is the number of
hours of service you select each week.
Your caregivers can provide:
 Hygiene Assistance is one of our
cornerstone in-home care services. Elderly individuals often require
assistance, but are embarrassed to request it of family members. Your
parent or spouse can have access to improved hygiene, and improved health,
without losing privacy or dignity. Hygiene Assistance may include:
Meal Preparation is important to good health.
Frequently seniors who attempt to live independently have difficulty
maintaining a healthy diet, which can lead to a variety of other issues.
While our caregivers won't persuade with undue influence, simply having the
capability to obtain and prepare balanced meals will allow your loved one to
make better dietary decisions. We are proud to offer a complete
continuum of meal service, from start to finish, including:
Light Housekeeping is often one of the primary
responsibilities of caregivers. Maintaining a healthy environment can
be as important as maintaining a healthy body. The physical body,
mental and emotional health are all influenced by our surroundings.
Caregivers may be asked to do any of the following:
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Vacuuming
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Dusting
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Glass cleaning
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Sweeping sidewalks
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Tub/toilet/sink cleansing
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Mopping
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Laundry (including linens and ironing)
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Trash and recycling removal
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Ask us about our new Spring Cleaning Service.
Community Involvement can be critical for clients'
mental and emotional health. Your caregivers may assist with:
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Running Errands
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Shopping
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Walks
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Movies
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Transportation to Social Activities and Senior
Centers
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Transportation to Doctor Appointments
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Day Trips can also be arranged to Amish Country,
Farmers Markets, Crossroads Village or even Mackinac Island
Joyful Companionship is often the simplest, yet
most valuable service caregivers provide. Your loved one will have a
regular companion focused on their interests. Some examples include:
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Playing Cards or Games
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Helping with a Crossword Puzzle
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Reading Newspapers, Magazines or Novels
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Sorting and Organizing Photos
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Retrieving and Reading Mail
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Writing Correspondence
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And even hearing repeated stories about the
marvelous accomplishments of grandchildren and great grandchildren
Hospital Bedside Sitting services can also be
provided by your caregivers. Your loved one doesn't stop being a
client just because they experience illness. If your parent or spouse
requires facility based medical care, your caregivers can continue serving
at your pleasure. The caregiver can be a familiar personal assistant
while your loved one recovers, and will be a blessing when they are needed
most. All of our in-home services are also available while in hospitals,
rehabilitation facilities, or even skilled nursing facilities.
Questions???
Hopefully this page has answered your questions, and
given you food for thought.
If your loved one is struggling with their Activities of
Daily Life, hope and help is available.
If you have any questions at all about our services,
please call our toll free number, 1-877-789-4647, and ask to speak to a Home
Care Service Coordinator.
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