What’s the Difference Between Companion Care vs Personal Care?
Many people use the terms companion care and personal care interchangeably, but they’re not the same. Personal care is a more general term that describes the variety of activities that help seniors live life to its fullest by aiding with daily routines such as bathing, dressing and grooming. A companion provides companionship as well as some personal care services and can also be a part-time caregiver who offers respite relief when family caregivers need time away. The responsibilities differ depending on the needs of the client being served
What Is Companion Care?
Companion care is best suited for seniors who are more independent and able to maintain their own care and hygiene routines. Companion care allows seniors to continue living in their homes while receiving services that best match their needs, such as light housekeeping, meal preparation and transportation.
Companion care is a broad term that encompasses a variety of non-medical attendant services. You may enjoy companionship with a visiting companion, who can provide the help you need to manage daily tasks such as bathing or housekeeping, or needing someone to spend time with so they’re not alone. Some companions will also assist with driving and basic errands, although attendants cannot be patient advocates under the federal law.
What Is Personal Care?
Personal Care Services are a Medicaid benefit that helps clients with everyday tasks. Personal Care Services may include help with personal hygiene, such as bathing, showering and getting dressed. They may also provide assistance with eating, moving around and other household tasks.
Personal care focuses on the needs of an aging adult with minimal medical needs and is oriented toward the provision of personal hygiene, assistance with dressing and grooming, eating, dressing and bathing. Companion care services have a strong social component, but may include help with managing medications and maintaining a healthy diet.
Providing personal care may also include all of the services that a companion caregiver does, plus caring for the client’s personal needs.
What Kind of Care Do I Need?
One of the most important questions every person considering home care must ask themselves is, what kind of help am I going to need? Personal care is the most basic level of home care and includes bathing, dressing and grooming – tasks that can be done at home. Companion care goes beyond basic personal care to include help with daily living activities such as eating meals, shopping for groceries and clothes, managing money, using technology and transportation.
Conclusion
Personal care at home is a cost-effective solution for you or your loved ones who need physical and emotional assistance. Our caregivers are compassionate, trained professionals who go beyond the basics because they understand the importance of helping you maintain your independence as much as possible.
Contact Everys Home Care for Personal Care or Companion Care
Do you want to hire someone who can come to your house and help you out? Our home care professionals will listen to you and get to know you better. Our goal is to make your experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
