Independent Living Services
Homemaker
Homemaking is provided to individuals to assist with housekeeping, laundry, simple meal planning/preparation, and monitoring home to remove fall or safety hazards. The intent of the homemaking service is to provide support with light chores to keep the client safe and secure in their own home. Maintaining a sanitary and healthy environment is crucial to the dignity and independence of vulnerable adults who live without support.
Personal Care
Personal Care services are designed to assist with bathing, dressing, grooming and ambulation. Personal Care services are provided by professionally trained staff which understand the importance of protecting the dignity of the person. The level of assistance needed is determined by the individual.
Companionship Care
Companionship provides one-on-one interaction with vulnerable adults who reside alone and do not have family or community support. Companionship is essential to the wellbeing of frail individuals. It is provided by trained staff who are caring and compassionate. Companionship might include visiting, letter writing, making a small meal or snack, playing cards or board games, or just being present.
Meals on Wheels
Home Delivered Meals assure recipients at least one healthy, substantial meal delivered to their home. There are two options which include a choice between a hot meal delivered Monday through Friday at noontime or frozen meals delivered to your door in two- week increments. Nutrition is critical to maintaining health and wellness. Studies have indicated a direct correlation between adequate nutritional support and extended independent living.
Emergency Alert Response
Emergency Alert Response equipment and service are provided to at-risk individuals who are susceptible to injury or falls. The Emergency Alert Response system will ensure that help is never far away. The equipment will alert local emergency personnel who will respond quickly to the call. This may be a life saving alternative for those who reside alone.
Respite Care
In-home respite provides an opportunity for caregivers to rest, run errands, or otherwise be relieved from the continued care of loved ones who are functionally impaired. The service is provided in the comfort of the home by experienced staff who understand the nuances of age and frailty. Workers may read to the individual, watch television with them or make a snack. In-Home Respite Care keeps the client in a setting that is familiar and calming.
Pest Control
Pest Control is provided on a one-time basis for individuals who are experiencing problems with bugs or rodents. The service is contracted through a local professional vendor. Pest Control is designed to address the immediate issue and does not involve ongoing service.