Long Distance Care Services
Are you concerned about your aging family member who lives far away? While you’re able to stay in touch over the phone, your loved one requires more hands-on support to stay living independently.
At Visiting Angels Arlington Heights, we are here to lend a helping hand. Whether your loved one requires daily care or simply needs someone to check in on them once a week, our caregivers are dedicated to putting your mind at ease knowing that your loved one is being properly tended to in your absence.
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Caring for Someone from a Distance
If you live hundreds or even thousands of miles from the person you’re caring for, you’re not alone. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that around 15 percent of caregivers live further than an hour away from their care recipient. This distance can create significant difficulties, including:
- Communication Barriers: Staying in regular communication with your family member’s health care team is not easy when you’re living in a different city or state.
- Emotional Distress: Not being physically present for your loved one can have an adverse effect on your own mental and emotional well-being.
- Logistical Issues: It feels overwhelming and complicated handling emergencies and care tasks from afar.
If you’ve considered hiring a professional caregiver for your family member, Visiting Angels has created a helpful brochure on Long Distance caregiving.
How Our Long Distance Care Services Can Help
At Visiting Angels Arlington Heights, we make it simple to arrange professional senior care services, no matter where you’re located. Whether your loved one could use companionship or more constant supervision, our care professionals are able to provide the support they require to age in place safely and comfortably, without you needing to travel on a frequent basis.
Comprehensive Care Plans
We understand that no two seniors are alike, and neither are their care needs. That’s why we develop a completely personalized care plan for each of our clients. Our care coordinators will take the time to get to know your loved one and understand their specific requirements and preferences.
Trained and Compassionate Caregivers
Our care professionals undergo a rigorous background check and hiring process. Once employed with Visiting Angels, they receive extensive training to provide compassionate and dependable care. Learn more about our caregiving team.
Communication and Coordination
Clear and consistent communication with family members is our top priority. We want you to feel as involved as possible with your loved one’s care, even from afar. Care professionals will gladly keep you informed via phone, email, video chat, or whatever works best for you and your schedule.
Wellness Check-Ins
You can rest assured that your loved one’s caregiver will provide regular updates on their mental, emotional, and physical health. If any issues arise, they are dealt with in a timely manner.
Flexibility and Quick Response
We know that a senior’s personal requirements can change quickly. At Visiting Angels Arlington Heights, our team members are trained to address a variety of senior needs, and can easily adjust to an updated care plan.
Providing Care For Our Local Communities
We’re proud to offer long distance home care services to a wide range of communities in the Arlington Heights area. Our caregivers serve local residents of:
- Arlington Heights, IL
- Buffalo Grove, IL
- Des Plaines, IL
- Mount Prospect, IL
- Rolling Meadows, IL
- Elk Grove Village, IL
Transportation & Mobility Support
Care professionals provide reliable and safe transportation so that your loved one can attend appointments, recreation, community events, and more. This helps keep seniors active and engaged with their community, preventing social isolation and enhancing their overall well being.
Perhaps your loved one is an avid reader. They’ll enjoy regular visits with their caregiver to the Arlington Heights Memorial Library to check out books and explore senior programs. Their care provider can also transport them to the Arlington Heights Senior Center to play trivia, take a class, or attend movie night.
These are just a couple examples of outings your family member’s caregiver can take them on, in addition to doctor’s appointments, the grocery store, and other essential errands.
Read more about how we assist Arlington Heights seniors.
Benefits of Choosing Visiting Angels Arlington Heights
No matter how far you are from your senior family member, we guarantee that their Visiting Angels caregiver will provide them with dependable and compassionate care.
Peace of Mind for You and Your Family
We know how challenging it can feel to live far away from your cherished family member. When you can’t be there in person, rest assured that your loved one is in good hands with their professional caregiver. They treat their care recipients like members of their own family, building a strong, trusted bond.
Discover how this approach to caregiving is a part of our character at Visiting Angels Arlington Heights.
Improved Quality of Life for Your Loved One
Our home care services are designed to enhance your family member’s daily life by offering the support required for them to age in place safely and independently. With help from their caregiver, whether for minor tasks or more significant needs, they’ll be able to live in the comfort of their own home for as long as possible.
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
What types of services are included in long distance care?
Our long distance assistance is customized to your loved one, and can include both standard and specialized support, in addition to reliable companionship. Many seniors request help with daily tasks, personal care, and transportation. For those needing more comprehensive assistance, we provide Alzheimer’s and dementia care, fall prevention, transitional (hospital to home care), and other options.
View a complete list of types of care we offer.
What happens if my loved one has an emergency?
In the event of an emergency or medical crisis, our care professionals are trained to act quickly and appropriately. All necessary medical personnel will be contacted, and our team will keep you updated as the situation unfolds.
How does Visiting Angels ensure my loved one feels comfortable and supported with a caregiver when I'm not nearby?
Our team is comprised of genuinely kind and caring individuals, who prioritize building a trusted relationship with their care recipients. Additionally, your loved one will have regular check-ins with you to maintain a supportive connection, even from afar.
Read more Frequently Asked Questions about home care.
Contact Us to Get Started
If you’re finding it difficult to manage long distance caregiving on your own, reach out to Visiting Angels Arlington Heights for support. We’re happy to answer your questions, address any concerns, or set up a free initial consultation. Simply call us at 847-963-8944 or visit our contact page.
Serving Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Des Plaines, Elk Grove Village, Mt. Prospect and Rolling Meadows, IL
Visiting Angels ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL
415 W Golf Rd #32Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Phone: 847-963-8944
Fax: 888-233-7561