Fall Prevention In Home Health
Fall prevention is especially critical in the winter when bad weather can make mobility more of a challenge. However, falls rank as a leading cause of death among aging adults all year round. One of the most critical components of our services is fall prevention. We provide recommendations and sometimes exercises to help our clients […]
Rehabilitation Nursing
Some conditions or procedures require rehabilitation nursing. The goal of this service is to help patients transition safely from the hospital to their home. Nurses work with the patient to improve their quality of life, often starting by assessing the patient’s needs and then creating a care plan to address those needs. Conditions that could […]
Medication Management
One of the most important services that we offer at Haven Home Health is medication management. Medication management involves helping our patients make sure that they are taking the right medicine at the right time and in the right way. Our home health nurses typically do this by partnering with our patients’ doctors. Our nurses […]
Top 3 Reasons For Home Health
More patients and doctors are choosing home health, especially as we get into the colder season. But what goes into that decision? We’ve collected some of the top benefits of using a home health service. 3. Limited time in a hospital or nursing facility One of the most obvious benefits of home healthcare is that […]
Home Care and How It Can Help You
We often talk about how our home health and hospice services can help our clients manage their health in the comfort of their own home. However, not everyone needs a skilled nurse. Sometimes they just need extra help around the house or someone to keep them company. Our professional caregivers at Haven Home Care can […]
What Is A Medical Social Worker?
Most of us are familiar with what a social worker does. But what is a medical social worker? When it comes to home care, some companies also provide you with the services of a medical social worker. Their job is to help you and your healthcare team develop a care plan that works for you. […]
What Are Activities Of Daily Living (ADL)?
If you are new to the world of home health, caregivers, and rehabilitation, you might not know what “activities of daily living” (ADL) includes. This term refers to the tasks we do every day to take care of ourselves. When you’re thinking about how active you are on a daily basis, these are tasks you […]
Protecting Your Health During COVID-19 And Beyond
With the rising COVID-19 numbers, it’s more important than ever to practice social distancing and be cautious when out in public places. From the CDC, we’ve collected some tips on how to continue to protect your health. Make a Plan: As a family or household, make a plan so everyone is on the same page. […]
Patients Have A Choice In Their Home Health Providers
When it comes to you or your family’s health, you always want the best care possible. If you or a loved one is in need of home health care or hospice care, it can be difficult to know which providers you are eligible to work with. Unfortunately, many people have felt restricted from choosing their […]
What To Expect From Hospice Care
November is National Home Care and Hospice Month, in order to recognize the health care and services that help people live their lives as safe and healthy as possible. Hospice care focuses on giving quality to every remaining day for people with a life limiting diagnosis and their families. According to a study in the […]
