What is the difference between a companion/homemaker and a home health aide?
A companion/homemaker can provide home duties such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry and errands. Companionship is just that companionship with NO HANDS ON CARE. A home health aide can provide all the services mentioned in addition to HANDS ON CARE such as dressing, bathing, feeding etc…
p(question). Will a Home Health Agency take patients on regular outings such as, the hairdresser, shopping, church or community events?
Yes, this is one reason why home health is so important. Your lifestyle, family, friends are important and necessary for the quality of life that you deserve.
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