At Visiting Angels of Tucker, we answer questions about in-home elderly care every day. We understand how difficult this process can be for families in Tucker, Lilburn, Stone Mountain, Lawrenceville, and surrounding areas in GA just getting started with seeking out professional care for a senior loved one, which is why we wanted to compile a list of our most common questions and the best answers in response. Our agency wants to make this process as easy as possible for you, and a great first step is knowing what questions to ask and getting to know what professional home care can entail! Please read below for our frequently asked questions.

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Understanding In-Home Elderly Care in Tucker, GA and Surrounding Areas

Never heard of home care before? Here's a better understanding of what this type of care includes and how it can be helpful to seniors in Tucker and surrounding areas.

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• What is in-home elderly care?
• Is in-home elderly care the same as home health care?
• What is aging in place and how can it help seniors?
• How do I know if my loved one needs professional in-home elderly care?

What is in-home elderly care?

Options for professional elderly care include home care, which is defined as non-medical support services given to an older adult in their own home. This encompasses a wide range of services designed to help seniors live independently and comfortably, such as personal care, companionship, and aid with everyday tasks. An important difference between in-home care and hospital care is the emphasis on making the home a safe and supportive environment for the elderly.

Is in-home elderly care the same as home health care?

Although there is a little overlap between home care and home health care, they are not the exact same service. Home care services usually deal with non-medical issues, such as assisting with personal hygiene, getting dressed, cooking, and light housework. When it comes to home health care, on the other hand, trained medical personnel like PTs and nurses provide seniors with medical treatment in the comfort of their own homes. This is why many families in Tucker and surrounding areas who need professional elderly care for a loved one choose a personalized method where both needs are met separately.

What is aging in place and how can it help seniors?

A concept and approach known as "aging in place" allows the elderly to continue living independently in their own homes as they age. The AARP reports that over 70 percent of seniors would rather age in place than move since it gives them more freedom, keeps them closer to loved ones, and improves their overall quality of life. Home care gives seniors the chance to stay in their own environment, which is good for their mental and emotional well-being.

Flexible scheduling and individualized support services make home care a great option for seniors who want to stay in their own homes as they age. Regular check-ins and individualized support may help a senior who lives alone with things like cooking and medication management so that they don't feel overwhelmed. Families experience a significant decrease in stress and anxiety when they get professional elderly care that prioritizes the dignity, respect, and personalized care of their loved ones. This is because they know that their loved one is being cared for by compassionate and competent individuals.

How do I know if my loved one needs professional in-home elderly care?

There are many signs that a senior may need additional elderly care at home, including:

• Their personal hygiene takes a turn for the worse
• You notice they are wearing the same clothes days in a row
• Their house is unkept
• You notice that they have lost weight
• They have unexplained bruises or scrapes
• They avoid social gatherings
• You notice that they struggle with performing daily tasks

How In-Home Elderly Care from Visiting Angels Helps Seniors in Tucker, GA and Surrounding Areas

If you feel in-home elderly care is the right solution for your loved one, now is the time to find the right provider. Learn why so many local families count on Visiting Angels of Tucker for their home care needs.

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• What services do you offer?
• Do you provide specialized elderly care services?
• Can your caregivers provide transportation?
• Can Visiting Angels work with home health agencies?
• Does Visiting Angels provide elderly care in assisted living facilities and nursing homes?
• What areas do you serve?
• How will I know which elderly care services my loved one will receive?
• Are the caregivers under Visiting Angels of Tucker's employment?
• Are your caregivers licensed and bonded?
• How does Visiting Angels find experienced and dependable caregivers?

What services do you offer?

Visiting Angels of Tucker provides comprehensive in-home care services to seniors, enhancing their quality of life in every way. Among the elderly care services we provide are:

• Personal hygiene assistance: helping with grooming, bathing, and dressing
• Mobility assistance: helping seniors get around the house, use the stairs, get in and out of vehicles, and more
• Medication reminders: helping seniors remember when to take medications and ensuring they take the right dosage
• Meal preparation and nutritional support: ensuring seniors maintain a balanced diet
• Light housekeeping and errand running: helping to keep a safe and organized living space
• Overnight monitoring: ensuring seniors get a good night's sleep and have help with walking to and from the bathroom, getting something to drink to help them sleep, taking any needed medications before going to bed, and more

Do you provide specialized elderly care services?

Visiting Angels of Tucker provides a wide range of specialized in-home elderly care services through our Senior Life Care Navigation program, which includes:

• Alzheimer's Care - Daily assistance is available for seniors suffering from Alzheimer's Disease to help keep them safe, independent, and healthy at home for as long as possible
• Dementia Care - Our caregivers will help establish healthy routines for seniors struggling with dementia
• Fall Prevention - Our fall prevention program assists seniors in avoiding costly and serious falls
• End of Life Care - We offer essential care to families with aging loved ones diagnosed with limited life expectancy
• Palliative Care - This program looks after a senior's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being
• Ready-Set-Go Home - Our transitional care program to help avoid hospital re-admission
• Personal Care - Dignified assistance with personal tasks like bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming
• Respite Care - Our caregivers will allow family members to take a step back to focus on their own needs and health
• Companion Care - Daily assistance with tasks and activities

Can your caregivers provide transportation?

Yes, our caregivers are able to provide transportation for your aging loved one. They can either take their own vehicle (in which we charge for mileage) or they can take your loved one's vehicle free of charge.

Can Visiting Angels work with home health agencies?

Yes, we are able to work alongside home health agencies and hospices in order to provide comprehensive support for seniors with more advanced care needs, like if they're dealing with symptoms of a chronic illness, have recently undergone surgery and are recovering at home, or they're in the end-of-life process.

Does Visiting Angels provide elderly care in assisted living facilities and nursing homes?

Yes, we can provide elderly care within assisted living facilities and nursing homes; we just need to get permission from the facility first.

What areas do you serve?

Visiting Angels of Tucker proudly provides in-home elderly care in:

• Tucker
• Lilburn
• Stone Mountain
• Lawrenceville
• Atlanta
• Decatur
• Duluth
• Norcross
• Avondale Estates
• Suwanee
• Dacula
• Snellville
• Grayson
• Buford

How will I know which elderly care services my loved one will receive?

Visiting Angels of Tucker takes great delight in creating personalized care plans for each of our clients. Our goal is to really understand each senior's situation so that we can give them exactly the help they need. Our dedication to both providing day-to-day support and improving quality of life is why families in Tucker and the surrounding regions count on us for professional home care. We may also enhance the care that seniors get in assisted living and nursing homes with our elderly care services, making sure that they are properly taken care of in every way.

Are the caregivers under Visiting Angels of Tucker's employment?

Absolutely. All of our senior care providers are W2 employees of the agency. Our office handles scheduling, payroll, and more so your family can have peace of mind.

Are your caregivers licensed and bonded?

Yes! We license, bond, insure, and train all the caregivers on our team to the best practices of senior care.

How does Visiting Angels find experienced and dependable caregivers?

We take great care in our procedure for selecting caregivers. We make sure that the people we hire are not only experienced but also demonstrate exceptional character by meeting and screening them thoroughly and always asking for references from reputable organizations. Families in Tucker and the surrounding areas may rest easy knowing that our caregivers are prepared to provide exceptional in-home elderly care thanks to our rigorous approach.

How Families in Tucker, GA and Surrounding Areas Can Get Started with Our Elderly Care Services

Ready to get started with in-home elderly care from Visiting Angels of Tucker? We make the process really easy to give families peace of mind.

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• How can I get started with Visiting Angels?
• What hours can your caregivers work?
• I live outside of Tucker and surrounding communities, but I want to stay involved in arranging care for my loved one. Can I still do that?
• How much does elderly care from Visiting Angels of Tucker cost?
• Does private insurance cover your services?
• What is long-term care insurance?
• How long does it take to establish care?
• How can I make changes to a care plan?
• What if my loved one no longer needs in-home elderly care?

How can I get started with Visiting Angels?

Visiting Angels of Tucker offers a no-cost, no-obligation in-home consultation to families who are interested in making arrangements for in-home elderly care. A home visit by our care coordinators to evaluate your elderly loved one's requirements, way of life, and general condition is a crucial first step in the consultation process. Our goal during the consultation is to determine the best way to use our services and to discuss possible options regarding care so that we can develop an approach that is customized just for your loved one.

A typical in-home consultation will cover the following topics: your loved one's mental and physical health, their daily habits, and any urgent health or safety issues. After conducting this in-depth assessment, our staff can tailor a care plan to their specific needs, taking into account everything from medication reminders to more specialized solutions.

What hours can your caregivers work?

Our caregivers are available 24/7. During your initial assessment, we will go over specific schedules and times you will need assistance and find the perfect caregiver or caregivers for that schedule.

I live outside of Tucker and surrounding communities, but I want to stay involved in arranging care for my loved one. Can I still do that?

Yes, you can! We provide options for remote involvement in consultations for families that live outside of the Tucker region. No matter how far apart you are, these solutions will keep you involved and informed in your loved one's care. Our elderly care services are designed to adapt to the changing requirements of our clients by allowing families to provide input and make adjustments to the care plan via virtual conferences and phone conversations.

How much does elderly care from Visiting Angels of Tucker cost?

The cost of our services varies depending on how much assistance the client needs and how far our caregivers must go out to provide services. We charge an hourly rate.

Does private insurance cover your services?

Visiting Angels of Tucker is a private pay home care agency. Because of that, private health insurance policies and government assistance programs such as Medicare and Medicaid do not cover our services, though if your loved one has long-term care insurance, that may cover the cost of our home care services!

What is long-term care insurance?

Long-term care insurance is a type of policy that helps with the cost of long-term care options, including in-home elderly care. This type of insurance typically covers care that is not covered by health insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid.

How long does it take to establish care?

Care from Visiting Angels of Tucker can be established within 24-48 hours of the initial consultation in most cases.

How can I make changes to a care plan?

Our care plans may be easily adjusted to meet your loved one's changing needs. The length and frequency of caregiver visits may be adjusted by families as their loved one's requirements evolve. Visiting Angels of Tucker adjusts care plans to meet these needs, whether that means giving more help during especially hard months or less help when family caregivers can spend more time caring for loved ones. Furthermore, a different caregiver may be chosen to guarantee the maximum degree of compatibility and comfort if an existing one is not a good match.

What if my loved one no longer needs in-home elderly care?

If your family member's needs change to the point where in-home elderly care is no longer needed, Visiting Angels of Tucker will work closely with your family to make sure caregiving duties can be properly transferred. This may include getting your loved one ready for a new phase of their care or connecting them with other local assistance programs. We guarantee a smooth transition no matter what happens since our personalized approach is constantly based on the individual's changing requirements.

Have More Questions? Contact Visiting Angels of Tucker Today!

If you have any more questions about our agency, caregivers, costs, or getting started, please contact our Tucker, GA office today. Our staff will be happy to answer any additional questions you may have and, if you would like, schedule a free, in-home assessment with one of our care coordinators. During this assessment, they will go over any concerns about elderly care services and get started on creating the perfect care plan for your loved one.