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Benefits of Home Health Care for Families and Seniors

Sep 6, 2021 · 4 minutes to read

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Home healthcare allows older people to remain in the comfort of their own home while receiving necessary healthcare at an affordable price. Below we list some of the numerous benefits of seniors receiving home healthcare, and the differences between a healthcare agency and an independent caregiver.

1. Senior can continue to enjoy home comforts

As the saying goes, “There’s no place like home.” Being able to remain in the familiar surroundings of their own home is priceless for older people; this is particularly important for those suffering progressive cognitive degeneration.

Furthermore, owning pets have been shown to reduce loneliness and mitigate the risk of heart disease — benefits seniors might miss out on if their care facilities do not allow pets on their premises. In contrast, home healthcare providers may be happy to help with pet care, ensuring that seniors can continue to enjoy the companionship and health benefits of their furry friends.

2. Peace of mind for families

Even if you live just around the corner from your loved one, managing their continuous healthcare needs can be incredibly stressful. By enlisting the help of home healthcare workers, you can lighten the load, knowing that your family member is in capable hands.

3. Seniors get to preserve their independence and dignity

Professional home healthcare workers can help seniors with any aspect of daily life that they find difficult, from bathing to dressing to taking medication. Offering this assistance allows them to retain the dignity and independence that is so easily lost as we age. Professional caregivers can also assist with household chores to ensure seniors can continue to enjoy a safe and healthy environment.

4. Companionship

One of the greatest concerns for seniors is isolation. Loneliness has been shown to be a key driver of physical and mental health problems. Professional healthcare providers offer much-needed companionship and conversation to senior citizens. Plus, they can help with daily activities, such as shopping, medical appointments, entertainment, and exercise.

5. Personalized care

With professional healthcare providers, seniors receive individual attention that helps strengthen trust between carer and client. Home healthcare can also be flexible, from full-time provision to a few hours a week. This individualized approach not only caters to the specific health needs of seniors but also respects their daily routines and personal preferences.

6. Affordability

Being able to afford long-term health care for a senior is an enormous concern for families. The average live-in facility costs between $562.77 to $678.57 daily,t whereas homecare ranges between $50 to $250 a day.tt

Hiring an independent caregiver vs home healthcare agency

If you hire an independent caregiver, you effectively become their employer, which necessitates administrative duties. This includes managing taxes, worker compensation, healthcare liability insurance, and other such matters. Additionally, you may be liable for any injuries a caregiver incurs whilst in your employment. Agencies can ensure their workers have full liability insurance. They will also deal with related employment administrative matters.

Another thing to consider is that agencies will be able to provide alternative care if your chosen caregiver is unavailable due to illness or other circumstances.

Whether you operate independently or are running a healthcare agency, don’t overlook the importance of business insurance. Business insurance is your safeguard against claims involving patient injuries, errors, breaches of duty and more. Visit BizInsure today to compare quote from leading US insurers, and take a proactive step towards protecting your business.

 

t Source: https://daughterlycare.com.au/live-in-care-cost-elderly
tt Source: https://letsgetcare.com.au/blog/how-much-does-in-home-care-cost/

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