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Questions About Our Home Care Services

Common questions about our services, process, and commitment to exceptional care.

  • What does companion care include?

    Companion care provides social interaction, emotional support, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation to appointments, medication reminders, and assistance with hobbies and activities. It's designed to combat loneliness and help maintain independence.

  • What areas do you serve?

    We provide home care services throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. Our licensed caregivers and nurses can travel to your home to provide the care you need in the comfort of your own environment.

  • Do you offer physical therapy at home?

    Yes, we coordinate with licensed physical therapists who provide in-home therapy services. This includes mobility training, strength building, pain management, and helping patients regain function after injury or illness.

  • Do you provide pediatric or child care services?

    Yes, we specialize in pediatric home care for children with special medical needs. Our skilled nurses are trained in caring for children with complex conditions, providing families with the support they need to care for…

  • What chronic conditions do you help manage?

    We assist with managing various chronic conditions including heart disease, COPD, arthritis, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, kidney disease, and many others. Our care focuses on symptom management, medication compliance, and maintaining quality of life.

  • Can you help with gastrostomy tube care and feeding?

    Yes, our skilled nurses are experienced in gastrostomy care, including tube feeding, medication administration through the tube, site care, and monitoring for complications. We also teach family members how to provide basic tube care safely.

  • What does special needs care involve?

    Special needs care is customized to each individual's unique requirements, whether they have developmental disabilities, chronic conditions, or complex medical needs. We create personalized care plans that address specific challenges while promoting independence and quality…

  • What does personal care assistance include?

    Personal care includes help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility assistance, and transfers. Our caregivers provide this assistance with dignity and respect while encouraging as much independence as possible.

  • Do you provide infusion therapy at home?

    Yes, our skilled nurses are trained in home infusion therapy, including IV antibiotics, chemotherapy, pain management, and nutritional support. We coordinate with your medical team to ensure safe and effective treatment in your home.

  • What is skilled nursing care and when is it needed?

    Skilled nursing care involves medical services that must be performed by a licensed RN or LPN, such as wound care, medication administration, IV therapy, and monitoring of complex medical conditions. It's needed when your doctor…

  • What kind of medication administration services do you provide?

    Our licensed nurses can administer medications via various routes including oral, injection, IV, and through feeding tubes. We also provide medication reminders, organize pill boxes, and educate patients and families about their medications.

  • What is tracheostomy care?

    Tracheostomy care involves the specialized nursing care needed for patients with a trach tube. This includes suctioning, cleaning, changing trach tubes, and monitoring for complications. Our nurses are specially trained in this complex care.

  • Can you provide 24-hour care at home?

    Absolutely. We offer 24/7 live-in care services for clients who need continuous supervision and support. Our caregivers can stay in your home around the clock to provide medication reminders, personal care, safety supervision, and companionship.

  • How do you help with diabetes management?

    Our diabetes management services include blood sugar monitoring, insulin administration, diabetic wound care, medication management, nutritional guidance, and education about managing the condition. We work closely with your doctor to keep your diabetes well-controlled.

  • How quickly can you start providing care services?

    In most cases, we can begin providing care within 24-48 hours of your initial consultation, depending on your specific needs and insurance approval requirements. For urgent situations, we work to expedite the process as much…

  • What is occupational therapy and how can it help?

    Occupational therapy helps people regain the ability to perform daily activities after illness or injury. Our OT partners work on skills like dressing, cooking, bathing, and using adaptive equipment to help maintain independence at home.

  • What is the difference between elderly care and senior care services?

    There's no difference - we use these terms interchangeably. Our elderly/senior care services are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of older adults, including help with daily activities, medication management, companionship, and specialized care…

  • How do you ensure the quality and safety of your caregivers?

    All our caregivers undergo thorough background checks, are properly licensed and certified, receive ongoing training, and are supervised by our nursing supervisors. We maintain strict quality standards and regularly evaluate our staff's performance.

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