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Selecting home care for a loved one can be an overwhelming decision. You may face more questions than answers when searching for the right home care agency. Lala's Helping Hands, can answer the questions you need to make a decision that makes sense for your loved one and you. Lala's Helping Hands also provides free home care consultations and assessments to help guide your process and give you peace of mind without any pressure.
Below are some common questions families have asked about home care. If you need more information or would like to speak with one of our helpful team members, please call 609-779-2288.
Which forms of payment are accepted? * Private Insurance * Long Term Care Insurance * Private Pay * Medicaid
What Are The Benefits of In-Home Personal Care? In addition to aging in place, a professional caregiver provides many benefits, including: - A customized home care plan that reflects unique needs and requests - Companionship and social interaction that reduces the risk of isolation and depression - Flexibility to receive care when needed most - Lower home care costs when compared to assisted living or nursing home care - One-on-one, personalized care - Peace of mind that your loved one is receiving compassionate care from a trusted professional - Supervision and assistance that reduces the risk of falls, injuries, and other household accidents
What Services Do Lala's Helping Hands provide? Lala's Helping Hands can provide dedicated companion care and personal care services to assist with everyday activities, so your loved one can preserve their independence while remaining comfortably and safely at home. Home care services include: - Companionship - Fall prevention - Grooming, dressing, bathing, and toileting assistance - Light housekeeping - Medication reminders - Meal preparation - Mobility and transfer assistance - Running errands
Does Lala's Helping Hands Provide Services in Assisted Living Facilities? Yes, Lala's Helping Hands does offer its services in assisted living facilities. Staff members at assisted living facilities tend to care for more than one older adult during each shift. Some families hire a professional caregiver to supplement the assistance provided by facility staff and, as needs change, increase the duration or frequency of care for your loved one. Lala's Helping Hands caregiver provides additional support for your loved one to remain in their current residence with their current level of care for a more extended time. Professional caregivers can help the need for your loved one to move to another part of the facility where their independence is curtailed, and daily rates for care may be higher.
Can I Change the Home Care Schedule? Yes, you can change or alter the home care schedule. The goal is to make the plan work for your family, not the agency. Although one week’s notice is asked for permanent schedule changes, Lala's Helping Hands understands unexpected changes are sometimes necessary on short notice. Coordinators will do everything possible to ensure you get the schedule you need to accommodate emergencies.
How Can I Get In Touch With Lala's Helping Hands? Contact our Home Care Office by calling 609-779-2288 with any questions, or send an email to lala.helpinghands@gmail.com.
What If I No Longer Need Services? If you no longer need services from a Lala's Helping Hands, you can request a 30-day notice to cancel. If you need to decrease the number of hours/days your loved one receives care, you can make permanent schedule changes with a one-week notice.
How Do I Start Home Care Services With Lala's Helping Hands? The first step is to contact the office of Lala's Helping Hands to schedule a free home care consultation with a care coordinator, who will meet with you to discuss your needs, answer your questions, and provide additional information about services.