Myth vs. Fact: Homecare
When it’s time to find care for your elderly or incapacitated loved one, you want the best service possible. Home health care seems like a good idea because individuals can stay in their own homes while receiving medical care. But what are some myths about home care? What are the facts? Here is a brief guide to help you determine what is fact and what is fiction when it comes to home care.
Myth 1: Home health care takes away the independence of the individuals.
Fact:
This myth can be busted by the fact that home health care actually contributes to the independence of the client. Rather than moving to a home where the surroundings are all new and a schedule is set by the facility, in-home care means that the surroundings are the comfort of one’s own home. This can be a relief to the care receiver. Being cared for in the privacy of one’s home leads to better self-esteem, improved cognitive function, and increased comfort.
Myth 2: Home health care is expensive.
Fact:
Many at-home healthcare programs are covered by Medicare or Medicaid. Private insurance frequently covers at-home care, too. If an individual doesn’t have insurance and is estimating the price of at-home care compared to an assisted living facility, they will find that the prices are very comparable. Some facilities are even more expensive than some in-home care programs.
Myth 3: Care is of much higher quality in a facility than any home health care program could provide.
Fact:
Choosing a home healthcare organization that is accredited and reputable means that you can expect care that is of very high quality. At BrightStar Care we only employ the most qualified nurses, home helpers, and caregivers in the area, so that you can feel confident that your loved one is getting the best care possible. Not only are the caretakers who work with in-home care just as qualified as those in a facility, but they can spend more one-on-one time with their patients. This means they will be able to notice small changes and alert doctors to their concerns.
Myth 4: Patients must be very ill or in need of a nursing home to qualify for in-home health care.
Fact:
Home health care can cover a variety of functions, from physical therapy to speech therapy to palliative care. There are no specific requirements patients need to meet to qualify for in-home health care.
Myth 5: It’s not safe to have a stranger working in my home.
Fact:
At BrightStar Care all of our caretakers are thoroughly vetted, and background checked. We will only send the most trustworthy individuals to your home. Not only are they trustworthy, we only hire the most compassionate, caring individuals to work for you. Lastly, we hire the most educated and qualified medical professionals to assist you with your in-home health care needs.
Conclusion:
Whether you doubt the safety of home care, you think you or your loved one isn’t sick enough to need home care, or you think that you won’t get the quality you deserve, these are just myths. Home health care is a wonderful way to secure care for your loved ones or yourself. It can be a way to stay comfortable in the home, receive the best possible health care services, and remain in a compassionate, caring environment.
BrightStar Care of Northern Michigan
You want what’s best for your family and your loved ones. You want all their needs met with compassion and comfort care. You also want the most professional care for them to make sure that they can remain in the best health possible. In Northern Michigan, the organization that can meet all these needs is
BrightStar Care. At BrightStar Care, we offer the utmost in compassionate in-home medical care. To learn more about our services, contact us at (231) 600-7382 or visit our
website.
