Description:
Most people when asked to choose; choose to remain in their homes throughout their lives rather than move into any type of facility. No matter how lovely the décor or how friendly the staff, everyone recognizes that they are giving up control over their lives when they leave their homes.
Admission to a long term care facility most often occurs after someone has been hospitalized. Even a short hospital stay can result in loss of muscle strength, balance, and flexibility that increase fall risks. Mental status changes resulting from infection, medications, or sleep deprivation caused by pain or other symptoms are often mistaken for dementia. Hospital staff often mistake acute symptoms for permanent weakness and dementia. They then seek placement in a facility in their patient’s best interests.
A private nurse knows you; knows your health history; your functional abilities, your healthy state. She can not only advocate for you in the hospital and long term care setting; she can also prevent that hospitalization from ever happening. Our nurses make regular assessments of your health based on your needs and your wishes. We communicate and collaborate with your doctors to manage any health concerns to keep you out of the hospital and therefore out of the nursing home.