At Visiting Angels of Springfield, everything we do is designed to increase the care and support your elderly loved one has available to them. Seniors in Nixa, MO who live alone can be at an increased risk for social isolation, depression, anxiety, and other poor health outcomes. When your family works with our home care agency, you will have expertise and compassion available to your loved one whenever they need assistance.

Learn how we help seniors age in place in Nixa by calling 417-863-8006 or contacting our office today!

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How Can Professional Home Care Help Seniors in Nixa, MO?

The city of Nixa was named one of the "Best Places to Live in America" by Time Magazine and one of Money Magazine’s "7 Best Places to Retire Right Now" in 2017 because of its hometown feel and modern amenities. Not only is Nixa one of the fastest growing cities in Christian County, but its overall crime rates are around 60 percent lower than the national average, making it a wonderful community for older adults who wish to age in place in a vibrant, yet close-knit community (in fact, almost 12 percent of the city's population is over the age of 65). Seniors who live in Nixa often enjoy going to the downtown area to shop or have fun with neighbors and friends, getting fresh air in nearby green spaces, or participating in community events like Nixa Sucker Days every May. If your senior loved one wishes to age in place in Nixa, professional home care can help them remain safe, comfortable, and content in their golden years.

What is Home Care?

With home care, seniors may get assistance and personal care right in their own home, where they are most familiar and comfortable. Services provided in the comfort of one's own home may include light housework, companionship, and support with personal hygiene, dressing, and eating.

Older adults who want to stay in their own homes as they age in Nixa, MO will benefit greatly from this approach to senior care. By providing social support and opportunities to participate in meaningful activities, home care not only helps with physical health, but it also helps with mental and emotional health.

How Our Home Care Services Help Seniors in Nixa, MO

From the day we opened our doors in 2012 until now, there have been several compelling reasons why Nixa, MO seniors and their families have sought out Visiting Angels of Springfield for all of their home care needs. Not only are our caregivers qualified to help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, and taking medications, but they also provide the kind of positive company that makes a world of difference to the quality of life for our elderly clients. We help seniors feel valued and understood in an atmosphere that prioritizes independence, safety, and dignity.

A Wide Variety of Home Care Solutions

Visiting Angels of Springfield is happy to provide a wide range of home care services for seniors in Nixa. When it comes to helping seniors age in place safely, our team of experienced caregivers is committed to delivering individualized and compassionate support so that our clients may maintain their independence, dignity, and comfort.

Some of our services include:

• Light housekeeping
• Meal planning and preparation
• Medication reminders
• Bathing, grooming, and dressing assistance
• Toileting and incontinence care
• Mobility assistance
• Transportation
• Help with running errands
• Overnight monitoring

We distinguish ourselves from other local home care companies with professionally developed programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of seniors in Nixa and surrounding communities. One innovative offering is the Senior Life Care Navigation program, which provides specialized solutions for seniors facing unique circumstances. Whether your loved one needs care when a family caregiver needs to focus on other priorities temporarily or your loved one needs comprehensive support to manage symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, you can count on Visiting Angels.

Our Senior Life Care Navigation program includes these services:

• Companion Care: we help with daily tasks and activities to keep seniors independent at home for as long as possible
• Personal Care: dignified assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming
• Respite Care: we will step in whenever a family caregiver needs to take a step back
• Dementia Care: our dementia care services include wandering prevention, personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, transportation to therapies, and more
• Alzheimer's Services: we offer specialized services to keep seniors with Alzheimer's independent at home
• End of Life Care: essential care to the entire family during a diagnosis of limited life expectancy 
• Fall Prevention: our aides can provide mobility assistance and fall prevention education to help seniors avoid dangerous falls
• Ready-Set-Go Home: we help seniors avoid costly hospital re-admission
• Palliative Care: our holistic approach to care, which includes looking after the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being of a senior

We Focus on Personalizing the Home Care Experience

At Visiting Angels of Springfield, we understand that each family has specific needs, personalities, budgets, and schedules. We will work to understand your care needs and everyday preferences to create a care plan that includes solutions that support physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being.

A personalized approach to home care is not just a promise; it is a method that we have used successfully for over a decade. Our first step in working with new clients is to do an in-depth evaluation of their situation, including their lifestyle, objectives, and current needs. Once we know what kind of help is needed, like help with ADLs, mobility assistance, and any specialized support, we make a personalized care plan. This customized approach ensures our clients get the right support to retain their independence, safety, and quality of life.

All of our caregivers have been through extensive background checks and are known for their reliability, compassion, and expertise. To ensure a good and supportive relationship—crucial for a successful aging in place experience—we match caregivers with clients according to compatibility, the kind of care our clients need, and personality.

We Make Aging in Place in Nixa, MO a Positive Experience

Visiting Angels of Springfield wants to make sure that seniors get help with ADLs and also have a full and busy life while staying in their own homes as they age. Hiring one of our professional in-home caregivers is beneficial since they provide support beyond just taking care of basic needs. We encourage our clients to participate in social events and visit local places of interest in Nixa, MO. This includes visits to the Nixa Senior Citizen Center for senior-friendly classes and activities, visits to the Nixa Community Branch Library, and so much more.

When creating a care plan, we want to include enrichment activities to nurture a client's social and emotional health. Our approach to senior care means we can help your loved one access ongoing appointments at Cox Health, take a stroll in one of Nixa's many parks, or enjoy a new dish at Piccolo.

We Make it Easy to Get Started with Our Services

With Visiting Angels of Springfield, getting started with home care in Nixa, MO is a simple process that was made with seniors and families in mind. After a senior requests a consultation, our care coordinators assess their lifestyle, health, and individual requirements thoroughly. A client's unique needs are taken into account while developing a care plan that specifies how often and what kind of assistance will be needed. In addition to reassuring families that they have made the right choice in seeking professional in-home senior care, this process helps us make sure that the selected services are a good fit for the client.

Learn More About Home Care from Visiting Angels of Springfield

If you are concerned for the well-being of a loved one who lives alone in Nixa, Visiting Angels of Springfield can help. Our caregivers can provide one-on-one care to help your loved one keep their independence at home. Contact our Springfield, MO office today to learn more about how we can assist your loved one with our fully personalized home care services.