Companion” or “sitter” means a person who spends time with or cares for an elderly, handicapped, or convalescent individual and accompanies such individual on trips and outings and may prepare and serve meals to such individual. A companion may NOT provide hands-on personal care to a client. At Accountable Home Care, we refer only licensed caregivers that are either home health aides or certified nursing assistances that can offer companionship AND hands-on personal care.
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.
Safety with Round the Clock Home Care When a person’s health declines, they may require 24-hour care at home. This type of care is necessary when the individual cannot manage their daily activities without assistance. They may require help with personal care, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, or assistance with mobility, meal preparation, and …
Alternate Care Settings for Seniors Nowadays, there are different types of care settings and support communities specialized to meet the lifestyles of aging Americans. Each of the senior living community has its own pros and cons, so choosing the best option can be quite challenging. Nowadays, there are different types of care settings and support …