The staff at Phoenix Home Care wants you or your loved one to live comfortably at home. We believe the best healing happens at home, in a familiar environment, before it becomes necessary to move to an assisted living facility. We offer two primary services: skilled home health and in-home care. Read on as Phoenix discusses the main differences between these services. Related Post: In-Home Care … [Read more...] about Differences Between Skilled Home Health Care and In-Home Care Services
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Best Practices for Medication Management for In-Home Care
One vital service that Phoenix Home Care provides to our clients is Phoenix Pharmacy. This service helps our in-home clients manage their medications. Phoenix Pharmacy provides services that make medication management easier, including monthly phone calls to pharmacies to refill vital medications, communicating with pharmacy professionals so clients get the meds they need, and our WellPack … [Read more...] about Best Practices for Medication Management for In-Home Care
What Is Gerontology? Phoenix Home Care Explains
Phoenix Home Care & Hospice believes in new beginnings and a commitment to improving the quality of life for our clients. Many of our in-home health clients are elderly people who want to stay in their own homes. In today’s blog, we answer the question, “What is gerontology?” Related Post: Essentials of Elderly Care at Phoenix Home Care & Hospice What is gerontology? The word itself … [Read more...] about What Is Gerontology? Phoenix Home Care Explains
How Our Culture-Based Home Care Sets Us Apart
At Phoenix Home Care & Hospice, we value everyone we meet. From long-time clients and company leaders to new hires and people seeking our home-based care services. Everyone here believes in new beginnings and hope for the future. In today’s blog from Phoenix Home Care, we talk about how our culture-based home care sets us apart. People First People always come first here at Phoenix Home … [Read more...] about How Our Culture-Based Home Care Sets Us Apart
Home Health Aide or Private Duty Nurse: Which Is Right for You?
Phoenix Home Care specializes in helping you live independently at home rather than living in an assisted living facility. Our goal is to make every moment count in the familiarity of your own house! We have a wide range of services, including a home health aide and a private duty nurse. In today’s blog, Phoenix Home Care explains which one is right for you. What Is a Home Health Aide? A home … [Read more...] about Home Health Aide or Private Duty Nurse: Which Is Right for You?
How Phoenix Home Care Helps With Occupational Therapy at Home
Occupational therapy helps your body recover from an injury, surgery, or a condition that restricts your physical movements. Phoenix Home Care’s skilled home health services team can provide you or your loved one with occupational therapy in the comfort of your own home. We explain in today’s blog. Occupational Therapy Defined Occupational therapy is a treatment for patients who are recovering … [Read more...] about How Phoenix Home Care Helps With Occupational Therapy at Home
Hand Washing and In-Home Services
Hand washing is one vital way to reduce the risk of spreading germs and viruses, including the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The staff at Phoenix Home Care & Hospice take this practice very seriously, and we’ll wash our hands as often as needed when it comes to maintaining your safety during our in-home services. Today’s blog from Phoenix Home Care explains the proper hand washing methods and … [Read more...] about Hand Washing and In-Home Services
GREENE COUNTY COMMISSIONER CANDIDATE BUILDS WHEELCHAIR RAMP FOR OWNER OF PHOENIX HOME CARE AND HOSPICE
Phoenix President and Owner, Phil Melugin, was recently involved in a serious accident resulting in being wheelchair bound for several weeks. The fine staff of Cox Hospital System would not let Phil go home without a wheel chair ramp. Rusty MacLachlan, Greene County Commissioner Candidate, heard about this and immediately volunteered he and his son, Easton, to get a ramp built in time for Phil … [Read more...] about GREENE COUNTY COMMISSIONER CANDIDATE BUILDS WHEELCHAIR RAMP FOR OWNER OF PHOENIX HOME CARE AND HOSPICE
COVID-19 Task Force
It is time for yet another New Beginning As our states begin to re-open for business, we embrace many New Beginnings with joy. But we also want to ensure we follow procedures and safety measures. Phoenix Home Care & Hospice Task Force Phoenix Home Care and Hospice is committed to serve and protect our clients, caregivers and clinicians. We have formed the COVID-19 Task Force … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Task Force
Signs Your Parents Are Receiving Quality Elderly Care
Coming to terms with the idea that your parents need to move into an elderly care facility isn’t easy. You may think you’re forcing them to give up their freedom. However, elderly care facilities are often just the opposite, because they provide seniors with many opportunities they never had the chance to pursue. If you’re skeptical about your parents or loved ones’ elderly care, read on for some … [Read more...] about Signs Your Parents Are Receiving Quality Elderly Care
Signs Your Loved One Needs Home Care
As your loved ones age, you may begin to notice signs that they need additional care. Home care can be beneficial for aging seniors, as it provides extra help with their health as well as tasks around the home. If you’re considering home care for someone in your life, read on as Phoenix Home Care discusses the signs that someone you know may need home health care. Unfinished Chores While … [Read more...] about Signs Your Loved One Needs Home Care
A Day In the Life of a Hospice Worker
If you’re interested in a healthcare career, you should consider working in a home care job, like hospice care. Today, Phoenix Home Care walks you through the daily routine and responsibilities of a hospice worker. What Is a Hospice Worker? A hospice worker is also known as “an end of life care professional.” Hospice workers care for people who are in the last stages of their life due to a … [Read more...] about A Day In the Life of a Hospice Worker
What Experience Do You Need to Work In Home Care?
Have you ever contemplated working in the healthcare profession? Many individuals believe they don’t have the appropriate background training or think they need an advanced degree to serve or help patients. This is not the case! Phoenix Home Care discusses what home care professionals do and the certifications you need to become a home health aide. What Do They Do? Home health aides can do … [Read more...] about What Experience Do You Need to Work In Home Care?
Preparing a Loved One for Hospice Care
As a family member or loved one is nearing the end of their life, it may be time to consider care options. Hospice care may be something you’re looking at to give comfort to your loved one through this difficult time. Phoenix Home Care discusses how to prepare a family member or loved one for hospice care. What Is Hospice? Hospice care is a service provided to those who are at the end of … [Read more...] about Preparing a Loved One for Hospice Care
