Tis’ the season when folks are gathering and spreading a little Holiday Cheer among family and friends. Most of us (unless you are among the few individuals that prepare way ahead of time…kudos to you!) are finishing our shopping and wrapping up the last minute details for holiday parties. It is a time to count blessings and enjoy the company of those whom we may not see very often. All of these things can add up to a blissful experience. However, for many it means STRESS!!

One thing to remember…BREATHE! All of the hubub surrounding the Holiday Season is temporary. Love the ones you’re with (even the ones who are a challenge), and if you are the Master of Ceremonies/Organizer/Cook/Gift Wrapper/Mediator of Conflict Situations/House Cleaner/Child Wrangler…Etc. for the events in your life- remember to take a few minutes for yourself! It IS possible, and important!

For many people, this is also a time of year when you may be gathering with your elder family members and friends. How wonderful! Listen to their stories and ask questions! Sometimes it seems like there may not be much to chat about with 90 year old Aunt Lucy, but I’d bet she’d love to tell you some fantastic stories, if you lend the ear and take the time. It might be the greatest gift you could ever give her- a little bit of your time and interest.

Enjoy the Season and all of the SIMPLE things that make this time of year so special! Please be safe and remember those who may need a little extra patience or a gentle helping hand.

From Health Partners to you and yours-

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

According to the National Private Duty Association, “Private duty” means private pay. In other words, no government monies are used for the cost of care. The most common methods for covering the cost of private duty home care is through long term care insurance benefits, out of pocket, or other types of savings arrangements.

Private Duty care varies, depending on the individual case and unique care plan for each individual client. In addition, home care doesn’t always mean in a “house”. Sometimes, an individual who needs care may be living in an assisted community or facility.

Most Private Duty agencies are capable of providing light duty services such as;

• housekeeping and secretarial duties
• companionship and socialization
• medication reminders
• meal preparation
• transportation and accompaniment to doctors appointments
• monitoring of special dietary needs
• assisting with grooming, bathing and dressing
• other services of a non-medical nature

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Because of the limitations associated with Medicare home care visits, often times, individuals who are in need of additional care provisions must rely on family members and/or other care givers for supplemental care and support. In some cases, when family support is not available, the only option is to consider an outside care giver.

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Health Partners has spent the better part of 20 years serving all aspects of home care including the brain and spinal cord injured community. Our reputation for the highest standards in care is a result of extensive knowledge in health care, excellent customer service, our own proprietary care giver training program and ultimately, extraordinary care for our clients. We understand the sensitive nature and implications families and individuals must consider when faced with the necessity to initiate home care services.

Our care givers are equipped to handle needs ranging from aids to daily living (commonly referred to as ADL) to very medically complex situations with compassion and genuine competency. Each client is evaluated as an individual and care plans are designed specifically to meet their unique needs. All cases are managed by our experienced nursing staff, and we take pride in knowing that our care givers are raising the bar in home health care.

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What is Private Duty Home Care?

According to the National Private Duty Association, “Private duty” means private pay. In other words, no government monies are used for the cost of care. The most common methods for covering the cost of private duty home care is through long term care insurance benefits, out of pocket, or other types of savings arrangements.Private Duty care varies, depending on the individual case and unique care plan for each individual client. In addition, home care doesn’t always mean in a “house”. Sometimes, an individual who needs care may be living in an assisted community or facility.

Health Partners Is a Premier Provider Of Private Duty Home Care

Health Partners has spent the better part of 20 years serving all aspects of home care including the brain and spinal cord injured community.  Our reputation for the highest standards in care is a result of extensive knowledge in health care, excellent customer service, our own proprietary care giver training program and ultimately, extraordinary care for our clients. We understand the sensitive nature and implications families and individuals must consider when faced with the necessity to initiate home care services.

Our care givers are equipped to handle needs ranging from aids to daily living (commonly referred to as ADL) to very medically complex situations with compassion and genuine competency. Each client is evaluated as an individual and care plans are designed specifically to meet their unique needs. All cases are managed by our experienced nursing staff, and we take pride in knowing that our care givers are raising the bar in home health care.

Health Partners is available for consultation where ever it may be convenient for someone interested in learning more. Serving the entire state of Michigan, we will come to your home, assisted living community, hospital or rehabilitation facility to help in any way we can. We also have resources to assist you in navigating all aspects of the care giving process, from where to begin to how to find the means to fund the necessary care.  Care giving is our number one priority and we will never compromise that very foundation upon which we stand.

For more information, please feel free to contact Health Partners at any time.

Private Duty Representative: Toni Erskine (248)860-2580

17515 West Nine Mile Road
Suite 1185
Southfield, MI 48075
(800)969-7723