Elderly Caregiver in Everett
If you've been responsible for an elderly family member in the Everett area there may come a time when you need additional help with their day-to-day care. Perhaps you've decided to seek the assistance of a caregiver due to a recent diagnosis of Alzheimer's or dementia. Your parent or relative's level of care may have increased beyond what you're capable of providing. It may be that your loved one needs end of life care, but you are determined to keep them in their own home as long as possible. Whatever the reason behind your need for assistance, Fedelta Care Solutions in Everett Washington offers skilled services, combined with compassion and true caring. We are committed to providing the dignity and respect that your loved one deserves.
Since 2004, Fedelta has been a trusted Everett home care provider recognized for our exceptionally high standards. Our founder, Steve Meyer, understood the need for ageing individuals to retain their independence and "live their way". To that end, each caregiver we hire has the skills, experience, and character that make them rise above average. Only the top 10% of applicants are brought on board through a rigorous testing and application process. Our care management team members, RNs, and CNAs are hired using the same stringent criteria, guaranteeing that the expertise and service our clients receive is second to none. Whether your loved one needs housekeeping and meal preparation assistance twice a week, help with personal care and grooming each morning, or 24/7 live-in nursing care, Fedelta can provide exactly the level of assistance necessary. We work with each Everett family and client to assess and develop the ideal care plan.
Choosing the right Everett caregiver agency is key to the safety and well-being of your senior family member. An agency should willingly provide references, and their employees should be certified as necessary, as well as bonded and insured. The agency should have staff on hand 24/7 to answer any family/client questions or concerns. You'll find this is the case when you choose Fedelta Care Solutions. You can also rest assured that with Fedelta, your loved one is receiving the care they deserve, from an agency that is both reputable and trustworthy.
Fall Prevention
Preventing falls is one of the most important things you can do for your loved one. All too often, falls and the damage they cause send an elderly person to the hospital, and can be the beginning of a downward spiral of overall health. Our Geriatric Care Managers will conduct a comprehensive safety assessment to determine the fall risk of your loved one, then design a fall prevention program to help maintain or improve mobility, independence and navigation skills. The plan includes recommendations for adding safety and adaptive equipment where needed. Many risk factors for falls can be eliminated, including: taking four or more medications, foot problems or unsafe footwear, a drop in blood pressure upon standing, vision problems, and tripping hazards in the home. When a fall prevention program is followed, the risk of falling can be dramatically reduced. Fedelta's in-home caregivers are specially trained to assist elders so they may move about their home freely and safely.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Care
Dementia is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to think, speak, reason, remember and move. While Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, many other conditions can cause similar symptoms. We provide care management for dementia patients living at home, or who are in long-term care. Our Registered Nurses and Certified Care Managers are experienced in assessing patients with dementia. They design specialized care plans that meet a client's emotional and physical needs, and that keep families "in the loop" concerning changes in behavior and care plans. Fedelta's caregivers are specially trained to deal with the various behaviors of dementia, including agitation, aggression, paranoia and Sundowners syndrome — and do so in a calm and loving way. They maintain a safe environment, manage changing behaviors, provide nutritious meals, provide mind-stimulating activities, create social interactions, reduce frustrations, and supervise daily activities. Our caregivers identify and report any changes in symptoms to their supervising Care Manager.
Diabetes Management
Fedelta's diabetes management program provides advanced, specialized diabetes care and education. Our program encourages patients to live as independently as possible while safely managing their own diabetic care. This in turn improves the patient's safety and quality of life, and decreases hospitalizations. Some of our specific diabetes management services include: ongoing assessment of patient's condition; coordination of community services; assessing needs for equipment and therapy; instructing patient and family members on monitoring blood glucose levels; dietary counseling and meal planning; education on medications; awareness of drug interactions; treatment of feet and other skin issues. Fedelta caregivers prepare healthy meals, encourage daily activity, manage medications and record weight daily. They are trained to report symptoms and changes to their RN Care Manager.
Depression Management
About 20 percent of people over 65 suffer from depression, and it's often linked to other illnesses and disabilities. Doctors and family often miss the diagnosis of depression, because many older adults often don't feel sad but show other symptoms like unexplained general aches and pains, familiar pains that suddenly worsen, or a lack of motivation or energy to tackle daily life. Depression in the elderly can also take the form of nervousness and anxiety. With an understanding and knowledgeable doctor and willingness from the patient, elderly depression can be successfully treated. Our Geriatric Care Managers are experts at spotting the many symptoms of depression, and at navigating the necessary channels to ensure our clients receive the care they need to improve their condition and their overall quality of life. Fedelta's caregivers and nurses provide compassionate care, and they are trained to identify they physical, emotional and behavioral symptoms of depression including poor appetite, unwillingness to dress, lack of personal hygiene, forgetfulness, and the inability to make decisions. They report these symptoms to their supervising RN's, so depression does not go untreated.
Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's disease is a progressive degeneration of nerve cells in the area of the brain that controls muscle movement. Patients with Parkinson's can differ in severity and symptoms, and treatments also vary. Our Geriatric Care Managers will conduct an in-depth assessment, interview the designated medical team and confer with family members to design a care plan that promotes wellness and safety. Our caregivers receive special training for working with clients who have Parkinson's, so they understand the unique challenges such as unanticipated stiffening or rigidity that can cause other motion challenges and risk of falling. Our caregivers also know to anticipate a weakening voice and bouts of depression. Equally important, they deal professionally and compassionately with the related issues of the client's comfort, safety and dignity.
End-of-Life Care
Also known as hospice care, end-of-life care offers comfort, compassion, and family support for those who are dying. While death is a natural part of life, the thought of dying still terrifies many people, who anticipate it will be a painful, lonely process in a cold, sterile environment far from loved ones. But end-of-life care can transform this passage into a peaceful, healing transition. As an option for those whose life expectancy is six months or less, end-of-life care offers palliative care (pain and symptom relief) rather than ongoing curative measures. This enables clients to live their remaining time to the fullest, with purpose, dignity, grace and support. End-of-life care focuses on all aspects of a patient's life and wellbeing: physical, social, emotional and spiritual. And end-of-life care allows clients to remain at home, in familiar surroundings as they prepare for a meaningful life conclusion. Our RN Care Managers will work with the hospice team to oversee care for your loved one, and work with family members to ensure their needs are met.
