Hickory Hills Plan of Care
There is no one-size-fits-all plan of care and that’s why Homewatch
CareGivers of Hickory Hills creates a customized plan of care based on
the unique preferences and needs of each client. Our home care service
plans are designed to address current abilities and promote physical and
emotional well-being. From companionship services that can help to alleviate
loneliness to hands-on care with personal care, our caregivers make sure
that a client lives each day fully.
Your home care service plan may include:
Bathing, Dressing, Grooming & Toileting
- Bathing Assistance
- Catheter/Ostomy Bag (Empty Only)
- Comb & Set Hair
- Denture Care Assistance
- Dressing Assistance
- Incontinence Care Assistance
- Nail Care (File and Clean)
- Oral Hygiene Assistance
- Perineal Care
- Skin Check
- Toileting Assistance
Housekeeping & Laundry
- Change Bed Linens
- Clearing Clutter & Trip Hazards
- Organizing Household Items
- Vacuuming & Dusting
Meals
- Cooking Together and Eating Together
- Incorporating Food Preferences & Dietary Restrictions
- Menu Planning
- Nutrition & Hydration Oversight
- Report Refused Nutrition/Hydration
Errands & Transportation
- Dr's Appointments
- Grocery Shopping
- Pharmacy
- Social Outings
Medications
- Adherence to Dosage, Time of Day, Dietary Guidelines & Activity Scheduling
- Communication About Adherence & Adverse Side Effects
- Medication Reminders
- Remote Care Technology Medication Dispensers
Social Engagement
- Arts & Crafts
- Cards & Board Games
- Music & Movies
- Outings & Social Activities with Friends and Family
- Story Sharing & Reminiscing
Safety Precautions
- Ambulation Assistance
- Assistive Devices
- Bed-Bound Repositioning
- Fall Risk Evaluation
- Full House Safety Evaluation
- Remote Care Technology & Safety Alert Systems
- Transfer Assistance (Bed, Car, Chair)
Quality Oversight
- Care Plan Documentation
- Caregiver Matching
- Family Involvement in Plan of Care
- Indepth Social History
- Quality Assurance Visits
Lifestyle
- Adherence to Smoking & Alcohol Reduction Recommendations
- Routine Exercising
- Sleeping Patterns
Care Communication
- Communication with Family
- Communication with Providers Coming into the Home (PT, OT, Home Health, DME, Oxygen)
- Communication with Providers Out of Home (PCP, Specialist, Pharmacist, Clinic)
- Dr Appointment Scheduling and Updates