Personal Assistance and Caregiving
Service Description
Staff trained to assist households with daily living tasks and caregiving, including: Elderly Care: Managing smart health monitors and emergency response systems. Childcare: Familiarity with smart baby monitors and safety devices. Pet Care: Handling smart feeders, trackers, and pet cameras. For Personal Assistance and Caregiving in a home environment, the required human resources depend on the level of care needed (basic, specialized, or medical), the number of individuals requiring care, and the scope of services provided. Here's a breakdown of the roles: Core Roles Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) Role: Provide daily living assistance, including help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility. Skills Needed: Empathy and patience. Basic caregiving training or certification (e.g., CNA certification). Number: 1–2 assistants per individual requiring full-time care. Home Health Aides (HHAs) Role: Provide basic medical support such as medication reminders, vital signs monitoring, and assistance with medical devices. Skills Needed: Certified training in home health aide services. Basic medical knowledge. Number: 1–2 aides per household with medical care needs. Household Assistants Role: Manage household chores, cooking, laundry, and light cleaning to support caregiving efforts. Skills Needed: Organizational skills. Cooking and basic cleaning expertise. Number: 1–2 assistants for larger households or when caregiving requires additional support. Specialized Roles (Optional) Registered Nurses (RNs) Role: Administer medical care, including injections, wound care, and more complex medical procedures. Skills Needed: RN license and relevant experience. Strong medical and patient care expertise. Number: At least 1 nurse for households with complex medical needs. Therapists (Physical, Occupational, or Speech) Role: Provide therapy sessions to improve mobility, daily functioning, or communication. Skills Needed: Certification in respective therapy areas. Expertise in developing personalized care plans. Number: Available on a part-time or as-needed basis. Companions or Activity Coordinators Role: Provide social interaction and organize recreational activities to improve emotional well-being. Skills Needed: Excellent interpersonal skills. Creativity and understanding of clients' preferences. Number: 1 companion per individual for focused care. *Either of Resources