A: Companions often referred to as a “sitter” means a person who spends time with or cares for an elderly, handicapped, or convalescent individual. Companions referred to clients at Accountable Home Care are either licensed home health aides (HHAs) or Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). Unlike an unlicensed individual, these caregivers are professionally trained and licensed to transfer and care for the elderly. The caregivers we refer have their Level 2 Background Check, current CPR certification, general liability insurance, driver’s license among other credentials required by the State of Florida.
Do the Home Health Aides (HHAs) or certified nursing assistants (CNAs) referred by Accountable Home Care know how to do CPR?
CPR is required for all caregivers referred by Accountable Home Care, Inc. by the State of Florida. Records of CPR training is maintained by our nurse registry. A copy of the caregiver's CPR card (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)(CPR) certification from an instructor or training provider that is approved to provide training by the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross, or the Health and Safety Institute stays in the caregiver's file.
Most families are not prepared when it comes to coordinating a caregiver in the home. Often times families do not know if services are covered by Medicare or secondary insurance. Private duty also known as custodial care is considered non medical home..
There are several after hour home care options available for elderly individuals who require assistance with their daily activities. Post Surgical Home Care Options Overnight care: Overnight care is ideal for seniors who need assistance during the night. A caregiver will stay with the senior throughout the night, providing them with assistance as needed, such …