Know the Distinction Between Home Health, Home Care and More

Comfort Keepers in Cartersville, GA helps you comprehend home health vs. home care – and other industry terms

When you first started looking into senior care options, you probably had a good idea of your loved one's needs. In the meantime, if you have been talking to potential Cartersville home care agencies about various specialists and coverage, a larger question may arise: what exactly am I requesting? For all their similarities, home health and home care are two distinct services that can be administered in a person's house. Occasionally, we receive inquiries from potential customers who misuse these terms. Moreover, some are perplexed by terms like "hospice" or "palliative care." You can identify your requirements better if you have a working knowledge of each of these terms, which we explain below. If you'd prefer to speak to someone from our Cartersville, GA office, you can do so here: (470) 839-8303.

Home care: what it means

Care for the elderly is at the heart of Comfort Keepers of Cartersville's business model. In addition, "home care" is a commonly used term. Aides in home care, also known as "caregivers," are employed by our company to provide companionship and help with daily tasks. Primary care around the home is a way of life for our caregivers in Cartersville, GA, and the neighboring communities. Our team covers everything from meal planning to grocery shopping to housecleaning. We excel at reducing isolation and providing companionship for your loved one.

Home health care: what it means

A registered nurse, therapist, or other qualified medical professional comes to the patient's home to provide specific medical care. This is called home health care, and you'll need to contract these services from a home health care agency -- Comfort Keepers doesn't offer this. A hospital stay may necessitate this type of treatment upon returning home. Your parents may require home health care services if they need to have their health monitored, nursed, physically treated, treated for wounds, or administered medicine.

Palliative care explained

With palliative care, the mission is to better manage a condition by providing comfort to the client. The client can receive it while hoping or planning to recover, though it can also be provided as part of end of life care. In any event, it's beneficial to receive this care at home because it's where our caregivers can ensure your comfort the most. If you're a family member tasked with caring for the loved one in need, our respite care services give you a much-needed break.

Hospice care explained

There is, however, a difference between hospice and palliative care. Hospice care aims not to treat or cure the disease but to relieve symptoms and lessen their negative consequences. As mentioned, palliative care aims to offer the same type of comfort but with or without the intention of remedying the problem.

We are here for you in Cartersville, GA

Whenever you need assistance, you can count on the Comfort Keepers to be there for you. Our Cartersville, GA office is available for free consultations. Call now and talk to a live person: (470) 839-8303.