Personal Care at Home

What is Personal Care at Home?

Personal care at home is a type of care that is provided to individuals who need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) in the comfort of their own homes. This type of care is often provided by family members or professional caregivers, and can include assistance with tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating. Personal care at home can be a helpful option for individuals who are aging, have disabilities, or are recovering from an illness or surgery.

 

What are examples of personal care?

Some examples of personal care tasks that caregivers may provide to individuals in their homes include:

• Helping with bathing, showering, and grooming, such as washing the individual's hair and brushing their teeth
• Assisting with dressing, including choosing clothes and putting them on
• Providing toileting assistance, such as helping the individual use the bathroom and changing incontinence products
• Helping with eating, including preparing meals and assisting with feeding, if necessary
• Providing medication reminders
• Monitoring the individual's health and well-being, including assisting with exercise and mobility

These tasks can vary depending on the individual's needs and preferences and may be provided by a family member, professional caregiver, or a combination of both.

 

What is daily personal care?

Daily personal care refers to the routine tasks that are necessary to maintain an individual's health and well-being. These tasks can include activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating. Daily personal care is often provided by family members or professional caregivers in the individual's home and is designed to help individuals maintain their independence and improve their quality of life. The specific tasks involved in daily personal care can vary depending on the individual's needs and preferences and may be provided on a regular basis or as needed.

 

What does a personal caregiver do?

A personal caregiver is a professional who provides assistance to individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating. Personal caregivers typically work in the individual's home and may be employed by a home care agency or provide services independently. In addition to providing assistance with ADLs, personal caregivers may also provide medication reminders, monitor the individual's health and well-being, and provide companionship and social support. The specific tasks that a personal caregiver performs can vary depending on the individual's needs and preferences.

 

What categories fall under personal care?

Personal care typically includes assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). ADLs are basic self-care tasks that are necessary for maintaining good health and independence, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating. IADLs are more complex tasks that are related to managing daily life, such as shopping, cooking, managing finances, and using technology. Personal care may also include medical care, such as administering medication and monitoring the individual's health, as well as emotional and social support. The specific tasks involved in personal care can vary depending on the individual's needs and preferences.

 

Why personal care is important?

Personal care is important because it helps individuals maintain their independence and improve their quality of life. Personal care can be especially important for individuals who are aging, have disabilities, or are recovering from an illness or surgery. By providing assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), personal care can help individuals manage their daily lives and stay healthy and safe in their own homes. Personal care can also provide emotional and social support, which can help individuals feel more connected and engaged in their communities. In addition, personal care can provide peace of mind to family members who may be concerned about their loved one's well-being.

 

What is the difference between personal care and companion care?

The main difference between personal care and companion care is the type of assistance that is provided. Personal care involves providing assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating. Companion care, on the other hand, involves providing social and emotional support, such as engaging in activities and conversations with the individual. Personal care may also include some companion care tasks, such as providing companionship and social support, but the focus is on helping the individual with ADLs. Companion care does not typically include assistance with ADLs.

 

 

Why Choose Aviva In-Home Care for Personal Care Services?

1. A model based on family-centered care
   Aviva works closely with your family, throughout the care process, to make informed decisions about the services and support the client and family receive.
2. Highly experienced staff
   An expert management team that understands healthcare delivery, caregivers with multiple years of experience, and an organization focused on continual staff training & education.
3. Nurse oversight of care
   Utilize the clinical expertise of RN supervision to ensure that we deliver a quality experience, are compliant with physician orders, and are continually improving.
4. Private, San Francisco-based business (not a franchise)
   Our focus is on the well-being of San Francisco's elderly residents - your community is OUR community.
5. Embedded Care Management
   We ensure optimal care coordination by providing 2 hours of weekly case management time (by our Client Care Manager) free of charge for each client.
6. Hands-on management by the owner
   Direct owner involvement in the administration of care, and communication with families.
7. Affiliation with a national network of home care agencies
   Member of The Seniors Choice, an organization that shares best practices, promotes continual learning/education, and develops service competencies within its network.