Home Care Service, A Viable Solution For Elderly Care

Whether a person is sick or tired, emotionally exhausted or unnerved, nothing could be as soothing as being in his own house with beloved ones. The same is true for the elders of our homes or the disabled patients. With age-related diseases like dementia or disability, people become dependent on others. This phase of life is often associated with emotional breakdown and can be dealt with effectively by receiving emotional support. Who can better provide emotional support than family and friends, isn't it? Moreover, no compromise must be made with the care they need. That's where home care services come into play.

WHO also recommends home nursing for the elderly patients

While the Australian Government is offering subsidies and home care packages for its seniors, WHO also emphasised solutions to provide holistic care to patients. Considering the physical and emotional needs of the elderly and disabled patients, WHO have supported home care services. The benefits associated with these services include:

● It is a cost-effective approach that provides home health care services in terms of the kind of services required.

● Treatment will be received from an appropriately qualified health care staff/volunteer under the direction of a referring clinician

●  Home care services include wound care, medication reminders, pain management, assistance with routine work, and more.

●  Home care nursing includes services required for the post-hospitalization recovery process. 

● It aids individuals to live independently while reducing the pressure on the family members 

What must be considered while selecting home care services?

Every individual has a specific set of needs. Therefore, a home care service must also be personalised, depending on your senior's requirements. Your home care service provider would offer care packages ranging from a few hours daily, weekend care, round the clock care, for a fortnight, or customized care plans based on your senior's needs. 

If the senior has applied for an assessment to find their eligibility for home care packages, they can avail of home care services at subsidized rates. If you are unsure how to apply for the assessment, you may seek help from your home care service provider.