Benefits of Home Care

Home 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 care including:

1. Greater Independence
Older adults may not admit they’re struggling because they don’t want to lose their independence. One of the primary benefits of home care is that it helps older adults continue doing everyday tasks like walking, bathing, dressing, and preparing meals. This way, they can live independently at home for as long as possible.

2. Safety, Comfort, and Convenience
Research shows that elderly adults recover faster, with fewer complications, at home rather than in a hospital. With home care, patients can get help managing their daily medications. This prevents harmful drug errors and interactions, which can avoid hospital visits and admissions. Being at home allows older adults to stick to their routines in familiar surroundings and maintain a sense of normalcy in their lives.

3. Relief for Family Caregivers
The benefits of home 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. The home care team can also educate family members about how to provide follow-up care and connect them with helpful resources. This type of support provides peace of mind and protects against caregiver burnout.

4. Prevents Avoidable Trips to the Hospital
Older adults may be able to avoid unnecessary hospital visits by managing their health conditions at home. Home care helps by providing regular monitoring and education. Patients also have 24/7 access to a professional they can call if they’re having troublesome symptoms and aren’t sure what to do.

5. Saves Money
Avoiding unnecessary trips to the hospital saves money. Home care can also save money by delaying or preventing the need for nursing home care or other more intensive types of care. The costs of home care are covered by Medicare as well as Medicare Advantage payors and private insurance for eligible patients.

6. High Quality
An important benefit of home care is that it is grounded in evidence-based practices and standards of care to make sure patients receive the right care at the right time in their home.

7. Personalized Care
Patients receive one-on-one attention and a care plan that is tailored to their specific needs. This makes treatment more effective and builds trust among the patient, caregiver, and home care team.

8. Companionship
In addition to receiving visits from the home care team, it’s easier for friends and relatives to visit an elderly loved one in their home rather than in the hospital or at a facility. With no time restrictions or set visiting hours, patients get more social interaction. This combats loneliness and brings families together.