Choosing a home care company to care for yourself or loved ones is an important decision. Home care companies do impact the quality of life of their clients. A home care agency invites professional care services into your residence, for comfort and convenience. We’ve created some tips for choosing the home care that works best for you and your family:  

 

Explore and determine your needs:

Every home care company provides a different range of services and some have a minimum visit time. Discuss with your family what your needs might be and how often you are looking for assistance. Often home care companies will meet with the family and client prior to care, for free, and offer up their own observations of what care might look like. Danville Support Services offers a free in-home assessment. This assessment is valuable for building a care plan that ensures our client’s needs are met.  

 

Find a budget that works for you: 

Once you have determined what level or care you or your loved one needs. Find a budget that works for you. There are many options for payment at most companies such as private pay, long term care insurance, or veterans aid benefits. Remember that home care costs vary. Shorter shifts may have higher hourly rates, and longer shifts may have lower hourly rates. Companies may also charge more on the weekends or holidays.  

 

Ask All the Questions:

If your need for care is not urgent, take the time to find what’s right for you. This decision matters, and any questions you may have about the process are valid. Don’t be afraid to ask them. The right care company will make sure you feel heard and answer your questions thoughtfully.  

 

Things to Note:

  • Remember you or your loved one’s needs may change, and it is important to choose a company you can have an open dialogue about this with.  
  • Home Health and Home Care are different. Home care is non-medical caregiving services and home health includes medical care. Home care and Home health companies can work in unison as part of a care team.  

 

Thanks for taking the time to read our article. If you’re interested in home care services give Danville a call today at 801 363-1521. We serve Salt Lake City, St. George, Park City, and surrounding areas.  

 

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