Exploring the Benefits of In-Home Skilled Nursing Care

Home care is not one size fits all. There are many different models of what home care can look like, and the types of services an individual receives can change based on their specific needs. For example, some aging adults may depend on non-medical home care to remain independent at home, which may include services such as housekeeping, transportation, or companion care. 

Others, however, may benefit from in-home skilled nursing care. Although these are different services, My Personal Home Health Care provides both types of in-home care. Regardless of the level of care needed in the home, My Personal Home Health Care can provide the care solutions your loved one needs. Let’s answer some common questions and explore the many benefits of in-home skilled nursing care.

What is in-home skilled nursing care?

In-home skilled nursing care is an in-home health care service that is best suited for individuals who need medical care, which the average caregiver is not trained or certified to provide. These services are often used in cooperation with non-medical home care, and are especially beneficial to those who have complex care needs. Although skilled nursing care can be engaged      24/7, it is most often provided in periodic visits to accomplish specific tasks, which are outlined in a customized plan of care developed by a nurse. It is common for older adults to depend on skilled nursing care after a recent stay in the hospital, following a surgery, during the recovery process of a stroke of heart attack, or throughout the healing process after an injury. 

In-home skilled nursing care services often include one of more of the following:

• Wound care
• Feeding tube management
• Infusions
• IV medications
• Ventilator/respiratory services
• Blood drawing
• Monitoring of vital signs
• And more

What are the benefits of skilled nursing care?

Securing a plan for quality in-home care is already a challenging process, and it becomes more complicated when the care recipient has complex care needs, requiring services that only a certified professional can perform. And while an older adult can receive those services by moving to a skilled nursing care facility, home health providers like My Personal Home Health Care can provide those services in the comfort of home.

The benefits of in-home skilled nursing care are:

• One-on-one, personalized care – While skilled nursing care from a facility may come from a crew of caregivers, getting that care at home often means that the client will have an opportunity to develop a relationship with a consistent caregiver, who can notice small changes in health that a larger team may not notice. There is tremendous value in care consistency and the ability to evaluate trends over time and monitor outcomes.
• Comfort and familiarity of home – Statistically, aging adults prefer to receive care at home, where they are comfortable and can retain some sense of familiarity as so much changes with their health needs. Also, receiving care in the comfort of home means that family and friends are more accessible to support the individual during their home care journey.
• Maintaining independence – Receiving skilled nursing care at home also means that a senior has more freedom and independence to continue living the lifestyle they enjoy, as much as possible, without conforming to the schedule and restrictions of a facility. Our clients are able to relax in the areas of their home they are used to, have company whenever they want, pets by their side, and have alone time as they please. 

The benefits of in-home skilled nursing care can’t be understated. For best results at home after surgery, after a hospitalization, or for complex care needs, choose a top-rated home health agency to ensure that your loved one receives the best in-home care experience possible. Engaging the care professionals from My Personal Home Health Care, whether for non-medical home care or skilled care at home, is the right choice for top quality personalized care at home in Massachusetts.

We offer a variety of services for seniors, including home health in Boston, Worcester, Needham, Hingham, Weston, Concord, Sherborn, Brookline, Newton, Lexington, Plymouth, Norwell, Belmont, Mashpee, or any community in Massachusetts. Our skilled senior care services provide families with peace of mind knowing that their specialized care needs are being met, while also enjoying life from the comfort of home. If you or a loved one is exploring options for senior care services in Massachusetts, contact us online or at 781-796-7122 to schedule a free in-home consultation.