DOES MY PARENT NEED A NURSE?

Many people begin the search for their aging parent's home health care needs by looking for a nurse. A Registered Nurse(RN) does make home visits to assess the patient's condition, monitor their vital signs(blood pressure, pulse), perform wound care and review medications. This "skilled" home health care visit is covered 100% by Medicare.

This may or may not be what your loved one needs. Does your mother or father need medical attention at home? Or does your elderly parent need someone who will stay at least a few hours a day, a few times a week to help them with bathing, dressing, walking safely or other personal care? Does your aging relative need help managing daily houshold tasks such as: cooking, laundry, shopping, light housekeeping or provide transportation to appointments and medication prompts?

They may in fact need both. It is advisable to choose a company which can monitor and manage your mom or dad's needs as a whole. This leads to better overall care and recuperation. Harbor Health Home Care can refer a caregiver to your parent's home. For intermittent medical home -health supervision, Harbor Health Home Care can provide the skills of a Registered Nurse, Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapist, and/or a Medical Social Worker.

An intake coordinator will speak with you to clarify the type of help your mother or father needs and other benefits they may be entitled to. Please call with any questions: 810-765-7144 or toll free 888-418-2273.