In-Home Care During the COVID-19 Era in Sarasota
The demand for professional home care services has increased dramatically during this unprecedented time. With restricted visitation policies, infection control concerns, workforce shortages and other complications, many senior living facilities are experiencing declining conditions. For Sarasota, Florida families exploring home care options, Senior Home Companions is prepared to support you through enhanced services or assistance with transitioning from nursing home and assisted living settings.
Enhanced Risk for Elderly Adults
As commonly recognized, people 65 years and older, particularly those with underlying medical conditions, encounter elevated risk for severe complications from COVID-19. Our immune systems naturally decline with age, and chronic health conditions prevalent among senior adults can intensify coronavirus symptoms, making this population exceptionally vulnerable.
The first major COVID-19 outbreak in the United States happened at a long-term care facility in Washington State. Based on USA TODAY's reported data, "at least 2,300 long-term care facilities in 37 states have reported coronavirus cases among residents." For Sarasota families seeking to shield elderly loved ones from infection risks, home care services could be the most secure choice during this difficult period.
Advantages of In-Home Care
Remaining at home (or moving from facility care to home) provides substantial health advantages by reducing exposure to COVID-19 and other contagious illnesses. Social distancing becomes easier when seniors interact exclusively with professional caregivers and immediate family. For Sarasota residents supporting elderly loved ones with dementia, staying under familiar care can help reduce disruption to established routines and care methods that might otherwise create confusion.
Although bringing a senior home creates caregiving duties for family members, the advantages of home-based care are numerous during this time. Senior Home Companions helps reduce the caregiving burden by providing services ranging from a few hours per week to 24-hour care depending on specific requirements.
Available Services from SHC
Our complete home care solutions allow Sarasota clients to stay safe and comfortable in their own residences. Our services include housekeeping support, personal care assistance, medication supervision and many other offerings. SHC caregivers focus on preventing social isolation through meaningful in-home activities and sustaining virtual family connections when face-to-face visits aren't feasible.
Our Sarasota SHC team can also assist with client transitions from care facilities and offer quarantine support prior to relocation when needed. When welcoming an aging relative into your Sarasota County home, we provide transition support to ensure the smoothest possible adjustment for everyone involved.
To ensure client safety, our SHC caregivers follow social distancing guidelines and complete self-health screenings before client visits, including routine temperature checks to monitor their health status. Our staff members use personal protective equipment when providing direct care services.
Contact us today to schedule a complimentary consultation for your Sarasota family, or for responses to questions about SHC's procedures during this health crisis. We are committed to helping keep your family members safe and comfortable at home.
