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Here are 10 signs your loved one may need home health care:

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  Here are 10 signs your loved one may need home health care: 1. Difficulty with daily activities – struggling with bathing, dressing, or eating. 2. Frequent forgetfulness – missing medications, meals, or appointments. 3. Mobility issues – trouble walking, climbing stairs, or frequent falls. 4. Chronic health conditions – requiring regular monitoring (diabetes, hypertension, stroke recovery, etc.). 5. Recent hospitalization – needing follow-up care or rehabilitation at home. 6. Poor personal hygiene – neglecting grooming, bathing, or clean clothes. 7. Unexplained weight loss or poor nutrition – skipping meals or unable to cook. 8. Increased loneliness or isolation – spending long periods alone without support. 9. Decline in mental health – signs of depression, anxiety, or confusion. 10. Caregiver burnout – when family members are overwhelmed and need professional support. #homecareservices #homehealthcare #leoberihomehealthcareagency

THE IMPORTANCE OF HOME HEALTH CARE

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Home health care keeps older adults who are recovering from injuries or managing acute or chronic health conditions where they want to be – at home. There are also several other benefits of  home health care , including: 1. Greater Independence One of the primary benefits of home health care is that it helps older adults continue doing everyday tasks like walking, bathing, dressing and preparing meals. 2. Safety, Comfort and Convenience Research  shows that elderly adults recover faster, with fewer complications, at home than in a hospital. 3. Relief for Family Caregivers The benefits of home health care also extend to family caregivers. Home health aides can help with bathing, dressing and other daily tasks. This relieves some of the burden on family caregivers. 4. Prevents Avoidable Trips to the Hospital Older adults may be able to avoid unnecessary hospital visits by managing their health conditions at home. 5. Saves Money Avoiding unnecessary trips to the...

WHAT IS HOME HEALTH CARE?

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Home health care is a wide range of health care services that can be given in your home for an illness or injury. Home health care is usually less expensive, more convenient, and just as effective as care you get in a hospital or skilled nursing facility (SNF).  Examples of skilled home health services include: Wound care for pressure sores or a surgical wound Patient and caregiver education Intravenous or nutrition therapy Injections Monitoring serious illness and unstable health status In general, the goal of home health care is to treat an illness or injury. Home health care helps you: Get better Regain your independence Become as self-sufficient as possible Maintain your current condition or level of function Slow decline Leo Beri's Home Health Care agency is a company with everyone's health needs at heart. We operate in Yaounde-Cameroon and planning to disseminate in other regions in Cameroon. We are a health team of Nurses, Medical doctor, Gyneacologist and an ultrasonogr...

The different types of home health care services

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    What are the different types of home health care services? The range of home health care services a patient can receive at home is limitless. Depending on the individual patient's situation, care can range from nursing care to specialized medical services, such as laboratory workups. You and your doctor will determine your care plan and services you may need at home. At-home care services may include: Doctor care A doctor may visit a patient at home to diagnose and treat the illness(es). He or she may also periodically review the home health care needs. Nursing care The most common form of home health care is some type of nursing care depending on the person's needs. In consultation with the doctor, a registered nurse will set up a plan of care. Nursing care may include wound dressing, ostomy care, intravenous therapy, administering medication, monitoring the general health of the patient, pain control, and other health support. Physical, occupational, and/or speech therap...

𝐒𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐖𝐇𝐘 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐄𝐑 𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒

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  𝐒𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐖𝐇𝐘 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐄𝐑 𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 1. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆: One of the biggest reasons people prefer home health care over hospital care is the comfort and familiarity of being in their own homes. Patients are able to receive care in their own environment which can help reduce stress and anxiety that may be associated with being in a hospital. 2. 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲: Home health care is often provided on a one-to-one basis, which means that the patient receives personalized attention from their caregiver. This can lead to better outcomes as the caregiver is able to tailor their care to the specific needs of the patient. 3. 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲: Home health care can be a more cost-effective option than hospital care. Hospital stays can be expensive, and home health care can offer similar levels of care for a fraction of the cost. 4. 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝗳...