The Difference Between Medical and Non-Medical Home Care
Medical home care involves skilled nursing services provided by licensed healthcare professionals, addressing specific medical needs like wound care and medication management. On the other hand, non-medical home care focuses on assisting with daily activities and providing companionship to individuals who do not require medical attention, emphasizing tasks like grooming, meal preparation, and light housekeeping.
What is the difference between medication management and medication reminders?
Medication Reminders
Medication Reminders provided by caregivers involve prompting clients to take their medications at scheduled times, helping to ensure they adhere to their prescribed regimen.
Medication Management
Medication Management provided by a medical professional involves a more comprehensive approach, including administering medications, monitoring their effects, adjusting dosages as needed, and coordinating with healthcare providers.
What are the different types of medical and non-medical homecare services?
Non Medical
Respite Care services offer temporary relief to family caregivers by providing professional care for their loved ones.
Personal Care and ADLs involve assistance with activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, dressing, walking, getting ready for sleep at night and toileting.
IADLs (Instrumental Activity of Daily Living) involve assistance with tasks such shopping, preparing meals, housekeeping and medication reminders.
Companion Care offer emotional support and engagement to combat loneliness and social isolation.
Overnight Care offers companionship and support for those who may need assistance or supervision during the night.
Medical
In-home Nursing provided by licensed nurses to administer medical treatments, monitor health conditions, manage medications, and provide personalized care tailored to the individual's needs.
In-home Physicians bring medical care directly to patients in the comfort of their own homes allowing them to receive medical assessments, evaluations, and treatments without needing to travel outside the home.
In-home Lab services provide individuals with the convenience of undergoing necessary medical tests and procedures from the comfort of their own homes.