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Alternate Care Settings for Seniors – Pros & Cons
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 …
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Do I need a prescription from my doctor in order to hire a caregiver for personal care at home?
Hiring a licensed caregiver to provide non-medical home care in the home does not require a prescription from a doctor. Often times a physician will write a prescription for a home health aide to assist in conjunction with other services requiring a prescription such as Medicare Home Health Services. Medicare Home Health requires a prescription from a physician.
Can a caregiver assist my father with his medication?
A licensed caregiver can remind a patient to take their medication. Under the State of Florida LPNs and RNs are able to administer medication and provide medication management. A home health aide or a certified nursing assistant can only remind a patient to take medications. A CNA or HHA cannot even fill a pill box. Often times a family member fills pill boxes or a spouse and then the caregiver just reminds them to take the medicine as instructed by the doctor.
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“I know I repeat myself, but Ana is absolutely fabulous!!! She is not an aide, she is an angel sent from heaven!”
Hear about what a patient said about Ana, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
