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19 09, 2022

How Home HealthCare Can Drastically Cut Costs

Vini Aschidamini2022-12-19T02:45:56-05:00September 19th, 2022|Categories: Aging, At Home Healthcare, Healthcare, Home Caregivers, Home Companions, home healthcare|Tags: #caregiver, #FirstLanticHealthcare, #homecare, #HomeHealthcare, FirstLantic|

A study published by the American Journal of Medicine (AJM) reported that home healthcare versus a hospital stay can provide a mean unadjusted savings of $15,233 per patient. In circumstances where extensive care is necessary, hospital costs can be financially crippling – even with insurance. In these cases, in-home care can provide significant financial relief for individuals and insurance companies and prevent further increases in healthcare costs. It can also be safer for the patient as they are not vulnerable to hospital-acquired infections and other complications of inpatient care. FirstLantic, a company devoted to quality home care, highlights six reasons why being treated at home can be better for the patient while reducing healthcare costs simultaneously. Decreased readmissions and deaths. The same AJM [...]

18 07, 2022

These Steps Will Help You Find the Best Home Healthcare Provider

Patricia Neuray2022-12-19T20:57:10-05:00July 18th, 2022|Categories: Aging, At Home Healthcare, Caregivers, Family Caregivers, Health, Home Caregivers, Home Companions|Tags: #caregiver, #Health, #homecare, #HomeCompanions, #HomeHealthcare, #Seniors, FirstLantic, Healthcare|

Updated July 2022 Part 2 in a two-part series Now that you have decided that you or a loved one needs help at home and the type of care required, it’s time to find the right provider. While it's hard to admit that assistance is required, choosing a healthcare agency you trust to provide the highest care possible can be even more challenging. That's why it's crucial to perform your due diligence and follow the steps that FirstLantic outlines below. As we described in our blog last week, there are many options regarding the type of help you can get. Home healthcare can range from aids that assist with daily tasks such as cooking, transportation, and even companionship to skilled nurses who can [...]

5 07, 2022

Choosing the Right Type of Home Care for Your Loved One

Patricia Neuray2022-12-19T03:01:55-05:00July 5th, 2022|Categories: Aging, At Home Healthcare, Caregivers, Home Caregivers, Home Companions|Tags: #caregiver, #FirstLanticHealthcare, #Health, #homecare, #HomeCompanions, #HomeHealthcare, #HomeSafety, #Seniors, FirstLantic|

Part One in a Two-Part Series Mom lives alone, and it’s becoming apparent that she can no longer do specific tasks around the house by herself. While you know she needs help, you want to ensure you find a caregiver you and your mom can trust. But first, it's essential to determine the type of assistance she needs and then find the person who can best meet those requirements. Unfortunately, many adults struggle with these questions when trying to find the proper home care for their loved ones, and the decision-making process can be overwhelming. Fortunately, FirstLantic, a company devoted to quality home healthcare, provides guidance to make finding the best solution easier. There are many reasons someone needs help at home, ranging [...]

2 05, 2022

Six Ways to Address Family Caregiver Stress

Patricia Neuray2022-12-19T21:00:11-05:00May 2nd, 2022|Categories: Aging, At Home Healthcare, Caregivers, Family Caregivers, Home Caregivers, Home Companions, Retirement|Tags: #caregiver, #homecare, #HomeCompanions, #HomeHealthcare, #Seniors, FirstLantic|

As more senior adults choose to age in place, family members increasingly bear the responsibility of ensuring their loved ones can live safely at home. Whether it’s helping them out with chores around the house or providing full-time support, it’s estimated that there are now 48 million family caregivers within the United States. And as caregivers try to balance their personal life with the needs of their loved ones, their stress has also increased significantly. FirstLantic explains the importance of recognizing caregiver strain and techniques to address it. Causes of Stress Caregiver stress can stem from a variety of factors, including increased responsibility, time demands, unfamiliar medical and nursing tasks, and the financial burden. A recent AARP report found that the average family [...]

7 03, 2022

How to Help a Loved One Dealing with Loneliness

Patricia Neuray2022-12-19T03:46:50-05:00March 7th, 2022|Categories: Aging, At Home Healthcare, Home Caregivers, Home Companions, Loneliness and Isolation|Tags: #caregiver, #homecare, #HomeCompanions, #HomeHealthcare, #Seniors, FirstLantic, mental wellness, senior loneliness|

It’s not easy to watch someone you love get older. It can be even harder when you don’t live close by, and you know that they are suffering from loneliness. Although many people choose to stay in their own home as they age, it can also be isolating. In fact, according to a recent study, nearly one-fourth of adults aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated. In addition to the emotional toll, loneliness can also lead to health risks. Research has shown that social isolation was associated with about a 50% percent increased risk of dementia, a 29% increased risk of heart disease, and a 32% increased risk of stroke. But how can you help a loved one that is dealing with [...]