In-Home Health Care

Depending on the nature and the scope of the disease, individuals with neurological disorders can have a wide variety of healthcare and life-care needs. Those living with advanced-stage illness may require around-the-clock palliative care and highly specialized support, while others may need only basic assistance or personal care on a part-time basis. We specialize in the care of individuals living with neurological disorders — Dementia,  Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis and more — and we can help you overcome the challenges, both physical and emotional, you face in meeting their needs.

Depending on the nature and the scope of the disease, individuals with neurological disorders can have a wide variety of healthcare and life-care needs. Those living with advanced-stage illness may require around-the-clock palliative care and highly specialized support, while others may need only basic assistance or personal care on a part-time basis. Individuals living with physical disabilities or special needs have unique care requirements. In many cases, mobility is limited and skilled care is required.

Miller Nursing Companion LLC® provides support for adults and seniors experiencing physical and cognitive changes through programs, including physical therapy,  and active and passive range of motion exercises to improve mobility and develop capabilities. Mobility issues can lead to pressure sores, ulcers and, in severe cases, the need for wound care. Our caregivers are trained to provide pressure relief every 15 minutes for wheelchair-bound patients, and to turn bed-bound patients every two hours to prevent complications caused by prolonged immobility. Our CNAs are also trained in the transfer of patients using Hoyer lifts and slide boards, and use the proper techniques to help patients avoid injuries and falls during transport.

Home health and personal care aides provide medical and non-medical home care for the disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired. They can also help older adults with daily living activities such as bathing and dressing, light housekeeping and more. They work under the direct supervision of home care nurses and care managers. Home health care nurses are generally Registered Nurses (RNs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who specialize in providing care to patients or elderly in their home. Home health care nurses can provide an array of services ranging from companion care to highly skilled services — like medication assistance in the comfort of their home.

When someone undergoes surgery, chemotherapy, or another treatment for chronic disease management, or they suffer a significant physical trauma such as an accident, it can take time for them to regain their ability to get around on their own and manage their daily activities once again.

• Safety. If your loved one should fall, have a seizure or experience another health-related emergency, an agency worker can contact emergency services, tend to your loved one, or even provide life-saving service before help arrives. In-home care providers can take care of personal hygiene, dressing, and toileting. In-home care providers are trained to provide professional service for demands ranging from simple to delicate tasks.
• Medication Supervision. Workers will ensure your loved one is taking their medications on schedule, and can ensure they are refilled, stored properly, and can monitor for adverse effects.
• Companionship. Having someone you trust to spend time with is vital for happiness, and with a capable and kind provider, your loved one will receive consistent companionship with loving care.
• Meal Preparation. An in-home caregiver can ensure your loved one receives balanced, nutritious meals every day. Plus, they can keep your loved one company while they eat. They are also prepared to meet any dietary restrictions.
• Errand Running. An in-home caregiver can run errands for your loved one, or even bring them along. Grocery shopping can be an enjoyable outing for many seniors if they have a companion.

Does your loved one need help with daily activities? How do they look? Is the home in good order? Are they eating well? You will know that it is time when your loved one needs help. That’s when you need to evaluate all options, and also keep senior home option on the table. Learn more about “senior home care” ecosystem, the various options, and how to evaluate, plan, and decide accordingly.