Cardinal healthcares Solutions, Inc./ comfort Keepers in Olney, Maryland

• Business name: Cardinal healthcares Solutions, Inc./ comfort Keepers
• Address:
• 2943 Olney-Sandy Spring Road
  Suitr B
  Olney, Maryland 20832
• Phone number: 301-761-1611
• Fax number: 301-576-0660
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• Category: Healthcare
• Description:
• In-Home Care for Seniors and Loved Ones At Comfort Keepers®, nothing is more important than helping people live full, independent and dignified lives within the comfort of their own homes. Comfort Keepers is dedicated to providing in-home care that enriches our clients' lives and helps them maintain the highest possible level of independent living. Comfort Keepers provide you or a loved one in-home assistance that may include: IN-HOME COMPANIONSHIP AND CARE SERVICES Conversation and companionship Conversation and companionship Whether it’s conversation and company, or just eating a meal together, having someone to sit and visit with can help make for a happier, healthier life. Meal preparation Meal preparation Many seniors do not have the opportunity to eat a well-balanced meal. Let our caregivers prepare a hot, delicious, nutritious meal. This service gives our clients the opportunity to eat the nutritious meals they need to enjoy healthier living. Light housekeeping Light housekeeping Vacuuming, dusting, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning bathrooms to include sinks, showers, tubs and toilet, cleaning kitchens, sinks, appliances, counters, taking out the trash, straightening all rooms, organizing closets and drawers, cleaning any interior windows that can be reached without a ladder. Errand services Errand services Caregivers can run errands such as picking up prescriptions, going to the post office, etc. Grocery shopping Grocery shopping Caregivers will shop with or without the client accompanying them. They can shop at any store the client prefers. Respite or relief for family Respite or relief for family Rest and relief for family members who are assisting with the care of their loved ones. Comfort Keepers can provide assistance so you can run errands, go shopping or get some much-needed rest. Medication reminders Medication Reminders Although our caregivers cannot administer medications they can assist the individual who shares in the responsibility of taking their own medication. Assisting with opening medication containers or medpaks, reading labels and reminding the person to take their medications are all ways in which we can assist. Grooming and dressing guidance Grooming and dressing guidance We can help button buttons, tie shoes, put on socks, wash & comb hair, etc. Incidental transportation Incidental transportation Trips to doctor appointments, barbershops, beauty salons, shopping, wherever the client likes to go. Getting seniors out and about is good for their mind, body and spirit. Laundry and linen washing Laundry and linen washing This can be done in either the client’s home or the Laundromat, includes washing, drying, ironing and putting things away. Recreational activities and crafts Recreational activities and crafts Whether it’s cards, board games, or a walk in the park, Comfort Keepers can help our clients stay active in mind, body and spirit. We also can take the client out to enjoy their favorite activities. Mail assistance and organization Mail assistance and organization We can assist the client in separating the junk mail from the important mail, and let them know when bills are due. Periodic review and communication with family Periodic review and communication with family On a recurring basis we can contact the family to discuss how things are going, answer any concerns or redefine any services that may be needed. This is a great service for clients whose families live far away and may not be in daily contact with their loved ones Daily TLC phone calls This service is just the ticket for those clients who may not need someone coming to their home everyday, but they and their families can have peace of mind knowing if they need something, we will be checking in. Emergency monitoring systems Independence, Safety and Peace of Mind. Comfort Keepers can help you provide all of these to you or your loved ones. Help when you need it, in the event of an emergency virtually anywhere in your home at the touch of a button. 24-hour or live-in care (available in most areas) For those clients who can’t be left alone, we can be there 24 hours a day PERSONAL CARE SERVICES Bathing Bathing is essential to an individual’s sense of well-being. It refreshes the spirit, provides relaxation while cleansing the skin and stimulating circulation. Mobility Activity and exercise are vital to a healthy lifestyle. The benefits of movement to both physical and mental health are seen in everyday life. Benefits include increasing stamina, strengthening the heart, lowering blood pressure, improving digestion and sleep. In addition it improves mood, releases stress and increases mental alertness Transferring and positioning Moving or placing a person into a correct posture position encourages the functional activity of the body’s many systems. It assists in eliminating pressure areas on the skin, reducing atrophy and stiffening of muscles, encourages proper breathing, digestion, and elimination. Incontinence care The inability to control urination or defecation is embarrassing to individuals and can become unsanitary if not taken care of correctly. Our caregivers understand the sensitivity of this situation and approaches to caring for individuals who need assistance. Toileting Elimination is an important and normal body function. However, it is usually an activity that is private and one that is not openly discussed. The individual often faces embarrassment along with a sense of loss of independence. Our caregivers strive to provide an acceptable, comfortable and safe environment for all types of toileting needs. Feeding We understand that it is usually hard for an adult to accept the idea of not being able to feed themselves. The reasons are varied, however the sense of loss of independence is real. Our caregivers understand the feelings this can cause and take the extra effort to make the environment and mealtime special. Oral hygiene Proper mouth, teeth, denture and gum care are essentials to good oral and dental hygiene. Daily oral care can prevent bad breath, tooth decay, gum disease and assist in prevention of other diseases. Special diet and meal preparation We recognize that eating is a social activity and that good nutrition is important in order for people to live life to its fullest. It is especially important for a person whose body is in a weakened condition. Proper foods give us energy to carry out the day’s activities, are necessary to rebuild body tissue, prevent disease and are essential to any healing process. Families choose Comfort Keepers for different reasons. For some, it is for extensive care. For others, we offer a much needed break or "respite care" for family members who regularly provide care. Alzheimer’s Disease and Caring For Loved Ones Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a common form of dementia that negatively impacts the portions of the brain that effect thought, memory and language. Today, as many as 4.5 million people in the United States suffer from varying stages of AD. The initial symptoms may be as minor as forgetting names or recent events, but as the disease progresses, the Alzheimer’s patient may wander, become anxious or even aggressive. How can Comfort Keepers® help you manage the care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease? Most people hope to age safely and comfortably in their own home, including those managing AD. Many Alzheimer’s patients can safely stay in their own home for a period of time, and that’s where Comfort Keepers can provide care assistance. Many Comfort Keepers have been formally trained by local chapters of the Alzheimer’s Association or the Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR) in how to provide in-home care for AD patients. It may include: Assisting the client with dressing or grooming Aiding the client in communication Improving eating habits with healthy meal planning Enhancing home safety by implementing measures to prevent wandering or driving And….much needed respite care for family members who may be primary care providers for the Alzheimer’s patient.
• Last update: 2006-09-19
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