Home Care Services
What is Companion Care and how Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT can help
Companion Care is a form of Home Care that is provided by a caregiver to an older adult or disabled younger person. Pinnacle Home Care companions help clients get and stay involved in various mental, social, and physical activities. These types of companion care activities might include things like playing cards and board games, going for a walk outside or even just having a conversation with the client. Besides participating in activities, Pinnacle Home Care companions also make sure to keep the client safe both inside and outside of the home by continuously monitoring them. Home Care companions from Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT don’t just focus on assisting the client with activities of daily living (ADL’s), such as bathing, dressing, and preparing their meals, they also make sure they are safe and most importantly keep them company throughout the day.
Home Care companions aren’t required to have any training or certifications, but Home Care companions hired by Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott receive first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. In addition, Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT provides specialized training on topics like dementia to some of their Home Care companions. Once family members or clients explain to their Pinnacle Home Care companions what their needs and preferences are, the Pinnacle Home Care companion will develop a customized patient-centered plan of care that they will follow close to make sure their goals are met.
While a Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT companion’s specific duties will depend on the individual client’s needs and preferences, there are several functions they commonly perform.
These include the following:
⦁ Transporting the client to various appointments, such as a DR’s appointment or the beauty salon
⦁ Engaging them in conversation
⦁ Light Housekeeping
⦁ Assistance with hygiene such as bathing, shaving, and brushing their hair
⦁ Running errands for the client
⦁ Escorting clients on walks and supporting them during exercises
Types of Companion Care Provided by Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT
Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT provides two types of companion care -Live-in Companion Care and In-Home Companion Care. Although, Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT does not limit their services to care in private homes only. PInnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT will also provide Home Care companions for clients that live in skilled nursing communities, group homes and assisted living communities.
Pinnacle Home Care companions, providing In-Home care, come to the clients home on a regular schedule. Usually the client or their family member will provide the Pinnacle Home Care companion with a list of tasks they want performed or need help with. This list of duties will only pertain to the person receiving care—the Pinnacle Home Care companion is not responsible for performing Tasks or duties for or with others living in the home.
In situations where a client requires around the clock care, Pinnacle Home Care will arrange for a Home Care companion to live with them, such as a client with dementia who should not be left alone or a client with a serious medical condition that may experience unexpected medical emergencies. Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT specializes in live-In Home Care companions that will live in the client’s home and provide them with constant care. A live-in Home Care companion will perform the same duties as a companion who doesn’t live in the home, but they may need to be available at night to help the client go to the bathroom or to redirect a client who gets confused and wanders.
Differences Between Companion Care and Personal Care Assistants (PCA’s)
A Pinnacle Home Care PCA performs similar tasks as a Pinnacle Home Care companion, but they will focus more time supporting the clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as using the bathroom, bathing and feeding.
Benefits of Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT Companion Care
Pinnacle Home Care Companions can help to prevent the feelings of depression, loneliness, and isolation that clients feel especially in cases where they may have lost their significant other.
A Pinnacle Home Care companion can make sure the client continues to stay active and participate in the activities they like. In addition the Pinnacle Home Care companion can ensure the client continues to interact with another person regularly.
Who Might Need a Pinnacle Home Care Companion?
There are many reasons why a client might need companion care. If you or a loved one is having difficulty performing activities of daily living or being alone poses a safety risk, contact Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT for an assessment. A trained associate will review your needs and recommend a plan of Home Care.
Why Choose Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT Companion Care
Although it's possible to hire a companion independently or through a referral service, it is ill-advised to do so as any individual who will be providing care to your loved one must go through an extensive screening process.
Pinnacle Home Care in Wolcott, CT performs a comprehensive background check on every potential companion employee. In addition, Pinnacle Home Care provides valuable training to its caregivers on an ongoing basis to ensure they are fully capable of providing the care that clients deserve.
Although no certifications are required for a companion, it is beneficial if the companion has completed first aid and CPR courses. All Pinnacle Home Care companions are proficient in first aid and CPR certified.
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PINNACLE HOME CARE IN THE COMMUNITY (Greater Waterbury)
Pinnacle Homecare is located in Wolcott, CT, a suburb of Waterbury, CT. Waterbury, CT is Connecticut’s fifth largest city and home to two hospitals (Waterbury Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital). Waterbury is also home to multiple skilled nursing facilities and assisted living communities. The Greater Waterbury area has a large population of elderly citizens, making it an ideal location for a Home Care Agency. In addition, there are a number of services that cater to the elderly population such as the Waterbury Senior Center and the Wolcott Senior Center which is a hub of information and services for the Greater Waterbury Elderly Population.
Waterbury Hospital
