De-bunking common myths about home health care- Part 1. For more information about home care services, visit www.brightstarcare.com/home-care.

1. Home Health Care Myths
De-Bunked: Part 1

2. “ According to the AARP, 82% of people said that
they would prefer to stay in their homes as long
as possible.
” face the challenge
It's no wonder that an increasing number of families
of arranging home health care for loved ones every day.

3. • When you or a loved one needs care, regardless of whether you're
looking for senior transportation and peer-level companionship or
highly skilled adult home care, there is too much at stake to risk being
misinformed.
• When it comes to your health or that of a loved one, there is no room
for compromise. That's why we're cutting through the noise and
de-bunking common myths about home health care.

4. 1 You don't need homecare if you can't meet a 4-hour
minimum.
If you need care, whether it's for one hour or 24, you should be able to
get what you need.
Everyone's situation is unique and different people have different
needs. Make sure that you find a provider that recognizes this and has
a no-minimum policy.

5. 2 If my family is already helping, there is no need for
additional care.
People who are emotionally and physically exhausted or guilt-ridden
cannot provide good care.
According to the Harvard Medical School Family Health Guide, as a
caregiver, you should neither expect-nor try-to be on-call 24 hours a
day. Every caregiver needs respite and relief.

6. 3 There are added health risks for receiving medical care at
home.
No qualified car professional will administer a plan of car in the home
unless it is deemed safe and medically sound (check with providers you
are evaluating to ensure each care plan is overseen by an RN).

7. 4 If I can't do my own shopping and housework, I just
shouldn't do these activities anymore.
Everyday tasks, like vacuuming or rearranging the basement, can be
tedious for a senior with arthritis. Organizing a closet can be extremely
tiring for a cancer patient. They're never ending and, if they become
more difficult during post-op, or due to treatment or age-related
conditions, they can take precious time away from an already very busy
schedule. When even the most basic daily tasks become overwhelming,
or you just need a helping hand, a qualified care provider can help you
to.

8. 5 Homecare is just for seniors.
Home health care is often associated with, but not limited to elder care.
Homecare can be a great solution to provide newborn care for new
parents with a new baby or even multiples as well as additional support
for children and adults enduring chemotherapy, people recovering
post-op (from cosmetic procedures to hip replacement surgery) and
more. A good home health care solution for your family can be
whatever you need it to be.

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