Frequently Asked Questions

Selecting the right home care provider for a loved one is no easy task, and we understand that. There can be many facets involved from cost and flexibility to experience and safety. Visiting Angels Barrington is here to offer comprehensive answers in the hopes of easing your mind without added pressure.

FAQs About In-Home Senior Care

Discover questions below that others in your position have asked us time and time again–and let that reassure you that you’re far from alone in this journey! If you still have questions after reading this, please call our agency to speak to someone who can get the answers you need. Our number is 224-512-4180.

What Services Do Visiting Angels Caregivers Provide?

Our dedicated caregivers provide personal care services to assist with everyday activities, preserving your loved one’s independence so they can age in place. That means they can safely and comfortably spend their elder years in their current residence—whether in their own home, a family member’s home, or an assisted living facility.

Our home care services include:

Companionship
Fall prevention
Grooming, dressing, bathing, and toileting assistance
Light housekeeping
Meal preparation
Medication reminders
Mobility and transfer assistance
Running errands

View a full list of our senior care services.

What Are The Benefits of In-Home Personal Care?

In addition to supporting aging in place, personal care services provided by a professional caregiver with Visiting Angels provide many benefits, including:

Companionship and social interaction that reduce the risk of isolation and depression
Customized home care plans that reflect your loved one’s unique needs and requests
Flexibility to get services when they’re needed most
Lower home care costs when compared to assisted living
One-on-one, personalized care
Peace of mind that your loved one is getting compassionate care from a trusted professional
Supervision and assistance that reduces the risk of falls, injuries, and other household accidents

Related Video: What are the Benefits of In-Home Care vs Nursing Home Care?

How Is In-Home Personal Care Different From Home Health Care?

Home health care is medical support provided in the home by a trained and certified health professional, such as a nurse, physical therapist, or occupational therapist.

Our caregivers do not provide medical care and will not assist with tasks such as administering medication or changing wound dressings.

Non-medical home care services will provide your older adult with companionship and help with activities of daily living, such as grooming, dressing, toileting, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and errands.

Learn more about how we assist Barrington seniors with our non-medical home care services.

Does Visiting Angels Provide Services In Assisted Living Facilities?

Yes, we offer supportive services in assisted living facilities. Staff members at these facilities tend to care for more than one older adult during each shift. Some families hire our personal caregivers to supplement that assistance. As needs change, you may increase the duration or frequency of care for your loved one.

Can I Change The Home Care Schedule?

Yes, you can change or alter the home care schedule. The goal is to make the plan work for your family, not the agency. We generally ask for one week’s notice for permanent schedule changes, but we understand that unexpected changes are sometimes necessary on short notice. Coordinators will do everything they can to ensure you get the services you need to accommodate emergencies.

Does Visiting Angels Care For People With Alzheimer’s or Other Medical Conditions?

Although we do not provide medical care, our caregivers offer professional personal care services for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other challenging medical conditions. We handle daily caregiving responsibilities so you can focus on enjoying meaningful moments with your loved one.

Our flexible Alzheimer’s care services and dementia care services are offered part-time and full-time, 24/7, temporarily, and via respite care.

How Do You Select Which Caregiver Will Work With My Loved One?

We believe successful home care starts with finding the right caregiver. A care coordinator will get to know your loved one and provide a personalized recommendation to match them with the right caregiver successfully.

Our caregivers have the professional experience and compassionate nature needed to become an Angel at our agency. Although we always give special care when matching our caregivers with clients, we are also confident that each and every caregiver on our team is worthy of the title, Angel, and we know you likely will be too!

Related Reading: The Importance of a Senior/Caregiver Bond

What If I Would Like to Select a New Caregiver?

Working with an in-home caregiver can be an adjustment for older adults, and it can take time for your loved one and caregiver to get comfortable with each other. However, if for any reason at any time, you feel the caregiver isn’t the right match, reach out to your coordinator and ask them to recommend a different caregiver.

What If I No Longer Need Services?

If you no longer need services, you can submit a two-week notice to cancel. If you need to decrease the number of hours or days your loved one gets care, you can make permanent schedule changes with a one-week notice.

How Do I Start Home Care Services With Visiting Angels?

The first step is to contact us to schedule a free home care consultation. A care coordinator will meet with you to discuss your needs, answer your questions, and give additional information about services.

If you partner with us, the care coordinator will perform a complimentary home care assessment and develop a care plan that outlines services for your loved one.

Contact our Barrington agency online or call 224-512-4180 to get started or find out more information.

Serving Barrington and beyond

Visiting Angels BARRINGTON, IL

18-5 E Dundee Rd #300
Barrington, IL 60010
Phone: 224-512-4180