Home Health vs. Home Care – What’s the Difference?

Name: Comfort Keepers Home Care
Address: 205 Waleska Road, Suite 1C, Canton, Georgia, 30114
Telephone: (770) 887-0492

Get answers to your questions about the difference between home health and home care – and other terms – from Comfort Keepers of Canton, GA

Your loved one's needs were probably crystal clear when you first started navigating this unique world of senior care. Even after talking to agencies about the different types of care, specialists, and insurance coverage – terms may still seem murky and confusing. Both home health and home care are provided in the home, but they are indeed two distinct types of care. We frequently hear from prospective clients who mistakenly use the terms interchangeably. The terms "hospice" and "palliative care" also sound rather identical. When you become aware of the differences between these terms, it will be easier for you to identify your own requirements. It's all laid out for you in this simple-to-follow guide from our Canton, Georgia team, or you may contact us to discuss at (770) 887-0492.

What is home care?

It is important to note that the primary focus of Comfort Keepers is in home care for the elderly. Senior home care is another common term for this service. Caregivers, also known as home care aides, provide companionship and assistance with daily activities within home care. Clients and their loved ones in Canton, GA, and the surrounding area can count on our caregivers to make a difference in their lives. Meal preparation, transportation, cleaning, and other household duties are all included in our home care services. Our caregivers are also excellent at reducing isolation and providing companionship for your loved one.

There are many types of home health, but what is it?

Specific medical care is provided by a registered nurse, therapist, or other qualified medical professional in the comfort of one's own home is termed home health. This type of treatment can be prescribed by a doctor in conjunction with health care and may follow a hospitalization. The monitoring of a condition, the provision of nursing care, physical therapy, the treatment of wounds, or the administration of medication (including injections) are all possible reasons for your parent's need for home health care. Please note that Comfort Keepers of Canton, GA does not offer home health care and you'll need to contract services from an agency that does.

What is palliative care?

Palliative care helps to provide comfort for someone working to recover from some type of illness or injury. Our specially trained caregivers provide wonderful support, compassion and assistance around the house. Palliative care may also be used in conjunction with end of life care, with ensuring comfort as the primary mission. Your loved one can maintain their dignity and enjoy a higher standard of living only found in the comfort of their own Canton home with this level of care. You, as a family caregiver, can also take advantage of our respite care services to recharge your batteries.

What is the definition of hospice?

It's common for people to confuse hospice with palliative care. Palliative care can be given to patients at any point in the course of a life-threatening or chronic illness, whereas hospice is designed for the very end of life, often for those who have less than six months to live. Hospice workers focus on relieving symptoms and minimizing side effects without attempting to treat or cure the patient.