Longterm Care Tips from Crittenton Home Care

One of the biggest decisions seniors and caregivers can make is the decision of long term care. With many options available, navigating the maze of senior care options can be difficult. From the cost and quality of care, to your loved one’s specific needs, there are many questions to ask potential long term care providers.

Seniors who are able to live in their homes longer often live longer and stay more mobile. Home care is a wonderful option for individuals who want to ‘age in place.’ Customizing a care plan specifically for you or your loved one, a home care agency is able to see and meet specific needs. The cost of home care is often less than moving to an assisted living or nursing facility due to the ability to receive just the care you need.

Crittenton Home Care offers Individualized Care Plans to meet the needs of each client we serve. These care plans vary, but they all offer the peace of mind knowing that your loved one is safe at home. From companion care to long-term nursing care, Crittenton Home Care Private Duty is able to see the need and meet it, all in the comfort of a client’s home.

Here are a few questions to ask when considering home care:
• What type of care does my loved one need?
• Will we need a nurse for medical services or just a companion?
• Is my loved one safe home alone overnight?
• Does my loved one have veteran’s benefits, long term insurance or life insurance that could help cover the costs of home care?
Currently, in the state of Michigan, there is no licensing process or certification for private duty home care. This means that anyone can say they are a home care agency and hire any type of staff to care for your loved one.

Once you’re ready to talk to a home care agency, these are the most important questions to ask.
• Is the agency insured and bonded?
• Does the agency provide continuity of care? Will the same professional Caregiver or team be involved for the duration of the care plan?
• What standards for training and supervision does the agency have in place?
• Does the agency have a nurse on call 24/7?
• Does the provider have a good reputation and positive track record? How long has the agency been open? Does it have references within the communities it serves?

Crittenton Home Care is pleased to be the provider of choice for thousands of clients over the past 30 years in Michigan. With comprehensive training, experienced staff and competitive pricing, Crittenton Home Care Private Duty is here to answer your home care questions day or night.

For more information, please contact Crittenton Home Care today and find out how we can help! 248-656-6757 or email awalker@crittentonhc.com .