Elders need care at home- It was common until 50 years back that doctors used to visit patients at their home. With the focus of care shifting from patient centric approach to provider centric one, the healthcare delivery system became more institutionalized. Though there were great advantage to this method, the people who couldn’t visit these institutions (clinics, hospitals) due to health issues or social issues, became victims of inadequate medical Care.
Elders and the Importance of Home-Based Care
As we age, many elders become sick, bed-bound, or home-bound. The causes for this are varied—frailty, mobility issues, being alone, and barriers to healthcare such as long waiting lines, communication difficulties, and lack of proper follow-up. This has led to a re-emergence of geriatric home-based care, with the understanding that continuous health monitoring reduces hospital expenses and complications from chronic diseases.
One of the primary advantages of elder home health care is its ability to be customized to an elder’s needs. Medical home visits can provide everything from preventive care to the management of complex chronic conditions, and these services can be offered by a wide range of medical professionals, including primary care physicians, geriatricians, nurses, physical therapists, and more.
Services Offered Through Elder Home Health Visits
Elder home health visits can include a variety of services, depending on the patient’s requirements. These include:
- Primary care
- Routine follow-ups
- Specialist consultations
- Skilled nursing care
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Palliative care
- Dementia care
- Medication management
- Transitional care
- Diabetic counseling
- Health and nutrition counseling
- Wound care
In-home doctor visits can be tailored to meet the individual needs of each patient. By providing in-home health care, doctors can ensure better continuity of care for patients who might otherwise struggle to access regular or reliable healthcare services.
Advantages of Elder Care at Home
- Highly Customised Care Plans: A multidisciplinary team can effectively implement personalized care plans at home.
- Better Medication Management and Compliance: Regular follow-ups and a structured environment increase medication adherence.
- Prevention of Chronic Disease Complications: Home care reduces the likelihood of hospital admissions due to complications of chronic diseases.
- Reduced Re-admissions: Elderly patients are less likely to be readmitted to the hospital after discharge.
- Improved Quality of Life: Home care allows seniors to remain in familiar surroundings, enhancing their comfort and well-being.
Expanding Our Reach: Dr. Rahul’s Elder Care in Kochi
We are thrilled to announce that we have expanded our geriatric care clinic to Kochi (Cochin) in Kerala. Our experienced team of doctors and nurses is dedicated to providing high-quality medical care and compassionate support to seniors and their families. We offer a range of services, including doctor consultations, in-home doctor visits, and nursing care. Whether you need medical attention for yourself or your loved ones, we are here to help.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment and experience the difference at Dr. Rahul’s Elder Care.
