In Home Medical Care For Seniors
Life Care at Home allows seniors to age in place by staying in their homes where they are comfortable and familiar. We offer assistance with day-to-day tasks, companionship, and help when recovering from a medical procedure. Chicago residents in and near Hyde Park who need a little in-home care count on Life Care at Home for their extended or short-term care needs.
You have been independent all of your life, so it is important to you to continue to live life on your terms in your own home. If you need a little help with things like meal preparation or post-surgery care, Life Care at Home can help.
Life Care at Home and its Mission
Life Care at Home (LCAH) is a private home care agency serving Chicago residents in and near Hyde Park. We provide services for home health care, most frequently ordered by a physician for care and therapy for a short period of recovery. These services are usually a covered benefit of Medicare and/or private insurance. We operate as a not-for-profit organization and employ a compassionate, knowledgeable team of well-qualified professionals who make it their goal to improve your quality of life. Our services are available 24/7, so you always have the help when you need it most.
Understanding In-Home Medical Care
In-home medical care provides services at your residence from nursing assistants and other healthcare professionals. At Life Care at Home, we put special emphasis on teaming you with care partners who not only assist you in the tasks that you need but also have compatible personalities. We know that working with someone who respects your independence and understands your passions is important, so we make it our goal to match you with a caregiver who can create a meaningful and lasting partnership with you.
Benefits of In-Home Medical Care
In-home medical care is beneficial even if you do not require full-time care. Some of the most significant benefits are:
Independence
If you have been self-sufficient all of your life, you will continue to have some independence and control when you remain in your own home on your own terms.
Familiar Places
Home is where you are comfortable. In-home care allows you to remain at home close to familiar shopping and recreation, near friends and neighbors, and in a place where you feel comfortable and safe.
Personalized Care
At-home care can be customized to your needs. It can simplify your day-to-day living by handing off mundane or difficult tasks while allowing you to enjoy others. Whether you need post-surgery care or travel assistance, our care plans are formulated with your unique situation in mind.
Services Offered by Life Care at Home
Life Care at Home can help by simplifying your life or that of a loved one. Our services are tailored to your situation. Some of the services our caregivers provide are:
Personal Care & Companionship
Meal Preparation
Nursing Care
Basic Medical Care
Post-Surgery Recovery
How to Choose In-Home Medical Care Providers
When choosing an in-home medical care providers, it is important to do your research. Once you assess you or your loved one's needs, conduct interviews with reputable facilities nearby. Life Care at Home will schedule a free assessment for seniors in the Chicago area residing in or near Hyde Park. Ask about the services they provide and consider customer testimonials and references. Compatibility is important so always make sure that you and the provider have similar goals for providing care.
When to Consider In-Home Medical Care
In-home care should be considered when day-to-day living becomes overwhelming or difficult to do on your own. Post surgery or other temporary care is sometimes needed so that you can receive the care needed at home, where you are most comfortable. If uncertain, speak with your doctor about the issues you are having.
Advantages of choosing Life Care at Home for in-home medical care.
Life Care at Home is a local non-profit that assists those seniors who wish to retain some independence in their own homes. What sets us apart is our desire to provide quality service through a reputable, compatible caregiver. It is our goal to pair you with a professional who is not only qualified but shares some of the same qualities and interests as the senior.
Contact Life Care at Home for a free assessment.
Getting the help you or your loved one needs while remaining at home is important. Contact Life Care at Home for a free assessment to get started.