Personal Assistance At Home
A Personal Assistant For Elderly Clients and Adults With Disabilities
Independence and Support With Companionship: Start Thriving At Home.
Research indicates that 10% to 43% of older adults struggle with depressive syndromes severe enough that they result in measurable functional impairment.[1] This can be due to feeling isolated, ill-equipped, unwell, or missing out on normal activities.
Hope and peace of mind lie at the heart of Personal Assistance Services (PAS). Peace of mind that daily activities are still possible and that a person’s most basic needs can be met without posing a burden on loved ones. Hope that you or your loved one can continue living a life you love, despite challenges related to functional ability or independence.
With our part-time or full-time senior care Personal Assistance Program, seniors and their families experience immediate relief that empower them to enjoy life again. Don’t wait until physical, emotional, or mental well-being begins to suffer. Call today and start thriving at home.
What Is
Personal Assistance?
Personal Care Assistance or PCA is a non-medical professional aide employed by a licensed agency to assist you or a loved one in your home with activities of daily living (ADLs). A Personal Care Assistant serves seniors, adults with disabilities, and clients with decreased mobility.
A PCA will interface with other types of caregivers and home health aides, such as a CNA, RN, Occupational Therapist, or Hospice provider, and ensure each client’s unique needs are met on every level.
When Is Personal Assistance Needed At Home?
The best time to bring in a personal assistant is when you or a loved one just needs a little extra help at home. If there are no complex medical needs that need to be addressed and personal hygiene is manageable, a personal assistant for elderly adults or those with disabilities may be the perfect fit. Here are a few guidelines to measure the need for personal assistance:
- Inability to participate in hobbies or activities
- Unable to make or keep essential appointments
- Reduced abilities due to a history of stroke, falls, or illness
- In need of assistance with basic household duties
(pets, plants, chores, etc.) - Unable to use or manage devices or technology
- In need of quality of life improvements
- Would benefit from shopping and meal prep assistance
- In need of respite care to relieve friends and family members
- Requiring assistance with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Home Health Care vs. Personal Care Assistance (PCA): What’s The Difference?
Personal assistance is a subcategory of home health care that provides non-medical assistance. This service manages the personal matters in life that require attention but that seniors and adults with disabilities may find difficult to manage on their own.
Home health care providers offer a medical component to their services, like nursing care, physical therapy, wound care, and medication management.
Caregiving vs. A Personal Assistant: What’s The Difference?
The best time to bring in a personal assistant is when you or a loved one just needs a little extra help at home. If there are no complex medical needs that need to be addressed and personal hygiene is manageable, a personal assistant for elderly adults or those with disabilities may be the perfect fit. Here are a few guidelines to measure the need for personal assistance:
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Restored balance!
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Do You or Your Loved One Need Personal Assistance or Home Health Care? Here’s What You Need To Know.
Sometimes, the idea of accepting personal assistance or Home Health Care can be a challenging barrier to overcome. Determining what level of care you are a loved one needs can be broken down into two basic categories.
When You Need
A Personal Assistant
Personal assistance is a good fit when assistance
is needed with…
- Managing paperwork and mail
- Keeping the home tidy
- Meal prep and light cooking
- Getting to appointments
- Attending social functions
- Enjoying hobbies
- Laundry and linen changes
- Medicine reminders
- Transfer assistance
When You Need
A Caregiver
It may be time for a caregiver or home health care
when assistance is needed with…
- Bathing and personal hygiene
- Dressing
- Assistance with continence
control - Grooming
- Transferring to or from bed
or bathroom - Eating
At Heavenly Care, we offer multi-level home care options that span
the full range of services. Reach out to our team today to schedule an
in-home consultation to determine your unique needs.
What It Looks Like To Receive Personal Assistance Services
Getting help with the little things in daily life can prevent you or a loved one from neglecting personal needs and missing out on the best things in life. Sticking to familiar routines and maintaining the activities we enjoy are critical to maintaining a positive quality of life.
- Grocery Shopping
- Light Housekeeping
- Meal Preparation
- Respite Care
- Paying Bills
- Companionship and Social Activities
- Communicating Events With Family and Doctors
- Laundry
- Making Travel Arrangements
- Home Organization Tasks
- Pet Care
- Provide emotional support
- Run Errands Or Make Deliveries
- Plan and Arrange Social Activities
- Managing Paperwork and Mail
- Caring For Plants
- Technology Assistance
- Companionship
- Transportation
- Assistance With Personal Hobbies
- Arranging Home or Vehicle Maintenance
- Help Plan and Prepare For Holidays
Accolades and Awards
Over 15 Years of Leadership in Home Care
Benefits of Hiring A Professional Personal Assistant Or Heavenly Caregiver
Comfort. Consistency. Ease. Working with a personal assistant can alleviate the strain that daily needs and responsibilities can put on older adults. It also reduces the burden on family members and friends who are invested in ensuring essential needs are met.
Older adults who receive care at home experience reduced depression prevalence (10–26% vs. 10-43%).[2] Those who do not take advantage of personal care, home health, or companionship services may experience social disconnection, feelings of isolation, suicidal ideation, and limited social interaction due to functional impairment, which is common among older adults.[3]
At Heavenly Care, our mission is to make a positive impact with every visit and ensure you or your loved one is thriving at home as much as possible. Finally, have the freedom to enjoy each day, one at a time, and create a life that is sustainable for you and your family.
Personal Assistance Care Prioritizes Quality of Life Enhancement For Seniors
By collaborating with clients, families, physicians, and providers, our services promote caring for seniors with compassion and dignity. We aim to help you or your loved one maintain independence while receiving companionship and support with daily activities.
Here’s How To Get Started
Contact the Heavenly Care’ office to schedule an in-home consultation. We will meet you where you are and create a care plan that meets your unique needs.
Using our proprietary matching system. HeavenlyMatchTM, we’ll pair you with the assistant who is the best possible match for you.
On the first visit, we’ll review your care plan and get to work making your life easier and safer.
Through our concierge-style, family-focused services, we’ll continue to collaborate on care and daily activities to ensure you or your loved one doesn’t miss out on the best parts of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of caregivers do you employ?
At Heavenly Care, we employ caregivers, CNAs, and RNs who provide all levels of our in-home care services. Every candidate undergoes a detailed interview process and extensive background checks.
In-home care vs. assisted living facilities: When do you need to make the switch?
This is a deeply personal decision that would be determined on a case-by-case basis. Each client and their family will have different needs, expectations, and capacities to assist, and this will affect this decision.
In most cases, everything from daily personal assistance, basic medical care, post-operative support, and even Hospice support can all be managed while still at home.
How do you choose personal assistants and caregivers?
Each caregiver is matched to a client via our HeavenlyMatchTM algorithm, which evaluates abilities, values, and personalities to determine a strong match.
