Home Care in Carmichael

At Visiting Angels^® Sacramento, we're honored to provide home care in the Carmichael area for families in need. Whether you're a family caregiver who needs extra support, or you have growing concerns about an elderly family member in the area, we offer flexible home care services to meet every need.

As dedicated care professionals and members of this community, we're deeply invested in the well-being of our clients and the people who love them. We are known throughout the greater Carmichael area for our comprehensive and cost-effective home care services. Our caregivers assist seniors and their families in:

• Carmichael
• Rancho Cordova
• Roseville
• Fair Oaks
• Citrus Heights
• Gold River
• Orangevale
• And throughout the Sacramento area 

Every caregiver on our team has been hired because of their incredible commitment, compassionate personality, and competence.

About Our Home Care Services in Carmichael

Over the years, we've seen many care scenarios, as every family has their own challenges. In order to provide the most personalized support for our clients, we offer a vast range of home care services in the Carmichael area that are available 24 hours a day, 365 days out of the year.  

Our friendly home care professionals can offer any of the following for your family:

• Bathing, dressing, and grooming assistance
• Help with walking and transferring locations
• Meal planning, preparation, and serving
• Grocery shopping and errands
• Transport to appointments
• Medication reminders
• Companionship
• Respite care
• Light housekeeping duties

Our Home Care Process in Carmichael

At Visiting Angels Sacramento, we know it isn't easy to entrust a beloved relative to someone else's care, so our team will do everything we can to make this process as seamless as possible. To help your family feel as comfortable as possible before care begins and to learn as much as we can about your needs we'll guide you through the following:

• The first call - Contact Visiting Angels Sacramento at (916) 971-9333 to get started. You can speak to a care professional about your situation and find out more about our services and rates.
• The complimentary consultation at home - If you decide to proceed, we'll visit your loved one's home to get a clear sense of their living situation. At this consultation, we'll assess your loved one's care needs and ask about their preferences and routine. We can also speak to other family members about their needs and concerns. This is also your chance to ask more in-depth questions.
• The plan - With your family's guidance, we'll take what we've learned to propose a custom care plan and schedule that will best support your loved one and those involved in their care.
• The caregiver selection - Based on your loved one's care needs, we'll recommend a caregiver who we believe would be the right fit in terms of experience, availability, and personality. Your loved one and other family members can even meet this care professional to give your approval before care begins. 

Customized Home Care for Carmichael Area Seniors

The best home care is care that fits your individual needs and can be adjusted as circumstances change. That's why at Visiting Angels Sacramento, we offer Carmichael area seniors completely customized care and flexible scheduling.

Could your loved one use a helping hand getting out of bed, dressing, and making a healthy breakfast? Do they need transportation to a doctor's appointment? Or perhaps someone to talk and laugh with over a cup of coffee in the afternoon. Our caregivers help in all these instances and many others, providing our clients with the support and companionship needed to age in place comfortably.

Other essential personal care services often requested by our clients include memory care, mobility assistance, light housekeeping, and medication reminders. Respite care is also available to family caregivers, giving them time to rest and recharge.

Whether your loved one needs help on a full-time, part-time, or occasional basis, care from Visiting Angels Sacramento is the answer. Our caregivers are here when you need them, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays. And in case of unexpected or emergency circumstances, clients and their families can call our after-hours number for a call back in 15 minutes or less.

How to Start the Conversation About Senior Home Care

As your loved one continues to age, you may begin to feel that they need assistance at home. Speaking to your aging loved one about in-home assistance can be difficult.

Many seniors value their independence and see this type of care as a loss of self-sufficiency. This reluctance to accept help can lead to a lack of proper care, which can then affect your loved one's mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Coming from a place of love can help your discussion go smoothly. It is a good idea to address the topic carefully.

The decision to enlist senior care for your loved one comes out of love. You want to see them living a happy, safe, and fulfilling life at home. Approaching the conversation from this point of view can be helpful.

You should also hear your loved one out and listen to their wishes and concerns. If possible, starting the conversation early can make it easier. Waiting until after an incident or diagnosis can cause heightened stress and rash decisions. Calmly discussing your loved one's wishes early can help make the decision and transition smoother.

Another way to start the conversation about senior home care is to approach your loved one's physician. You can speak directly with them and see if home care will be beneficial for your loved one in the Carmichael area. Then, you can involve the physician when you speak with your loved one. Sometimes, recommendations from a professional can be seen as more trustworthy.

Here are four additional tips for discussing senior home care with your loved one in the Citrus Heights area:

• Focus on the benefits. Detailing the key benefits of at-home care is a great place to start. Your loved one will be more likely to accept help if they know how it will benefit them over time.
• Research types of care. Beginning this conversation with little information can make it even harder. Research different care providers and types of care first. Your loved one will appreciate your knowledge and ability to answer their questions.
• Talk about how you feel. Tell your loved one your concerns about their overall health and well-being. Once they know you want the best for them, they may be more willing to consider the idea of home care.
• Listen to your loved one. Be sure to listen to your loved one's concerns as well. This is not a one-sided decision. Every point of view should be considered.

At Visiting Angels Sacramento, we are here to help you start the conversation about home care. We have complimentary care consultations available to help you and your loved one learn more about our services and how they help seniors age in place. We can also start your loved one on a modified schedule, allowing them to experience our services before committing to the full level of care they need.

Understanding Our Many Types of Home Care

Because care looks different for every family we work with, we offer a wide variety of care types that can be combined to meet your needs. Below are some of the most common types of care we offer. Please ask our team how you can combine these services to best meet your needs.

Personal Care in Carmichael

As the years go on, seniors often start to struggle with activities they once considered simple, like making a quick trip to the grocery store or even getting out of bed. Our home care includes personal care, which can cover all of these routine tasks.

Depending on your loved one's physical and cognitive health and the tasks they have trouble with, our caregivers can help with the following:

• Picking up groceries and running errands
• Providing medication reminders
• Assistance with walking, transferring, and generally getting around
• Arranging transportation to medical appointments
• Doing some basic housework like laundry
• Cooking and serving healthy meals
• Getting dressed, going to the bathroom, and bathing

Alzheimer's and Dementia Care in Carmichael

Millions of older adults across the country have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. If you're caring for a loved one with one of these conditions, you know what challenges and risks it can pose. From meal preparation and medication reminders to mental stimulation and wandering prevention, we can provide the specialized care your loved one needs to remain safely in their home.

Companion and Social Care

Loneliness can take a severe toll on local seniors, leading to depression and other negative health outcomes. Unfortunately, many older adults have limited social circles, while some also can't venture out as easily. To reduce the risks posed by social isolation and help our elderly clients thrive, we can provide consistent, uplifting companionship and one-on-one assistance with social media and video chat tools.

End of Life Care in Carmichael

Our kind and compassionate care professionals can assist your family as you face one of life's most difficult moments. We offer end of life care to ease discomfort for clients in the final stages of a terminal illness or the natural end of their life, creating a soothing environment where families can just be together.

Palliative Care in Carmichael

For clients with serious health conditions, we offer palliative care to enrich their lives and find the physical, mental, and spiritual strength to endure their illness and its treatments. Our care professionals aim to incorporate joy and meaning into every moment possible while reducing their physical discomfort as well.

Ready-Set-Go Home Program

Hospital readmission rates among seniors are especially high within the first month, often due to a lack of follow-up care. To help reduce the risk of complications after a hospital stay, we created our Ready-Set-Go Home program. Our care professionals can support your family at the hospital, press for clarification about discharge instructions, and provide the in-person support your relative needs to heal well at home.

Safe Steady Fall Prevention Program

Did you know that one-third of seniors in the United States suffer a fall each year? These events are also the leading cause of major injuries among seniors.

As part of our home care services, we established our Safe Steady Fall Prevention program to help seniors and their families understand their personal risk level and what changes they can make to help fall-proof their homes. If you're concerned about your loved one's fall risk due to physical limitations, we can make walking assistance a part of their care plan.

Getting Started with Home Care

Our team at Visiting Angels Sacramento is here to help you during this time. We offer complimentary care consultations for our potential clients. Our team is happy to speak with you and your loved one, get to know more about you, and answer your questions. This is a great way for you to get acquainted with us as well. We are here to give you as much information and peace of mind as you need.

You can rest assured your loved one is in good hands with our knowledgeable and compassionate caregivers. Locally owned and operated, we are in tune with the level of care seniors in our community need to age in place with confidence. We are fully bonded and insured and hold all the proper licensing to operate in the state of California.

Our caregivers are kind, compassionate people that come to us with previous experience in home care and strong references. Before joining our team in Carmichael, every caregiver and staff member undergoes a thorough background and criminal history check for added peace of mind.

Our services are available to seniors in the following communities:

• Carmichael
• Citrus Heights
• Sacramento
• Rancho Cordova
• Roseville
• Gold River
• Orangevale
• Fair Oaks
• And throughout the surrounding area

To learn more about our home care in Carmichael and set up a no-cost consultation, call Visiting Angels Sacramento at (916) 971-9333.