After Stroke in-Home Care
What is a Stroke?
Stroke or Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) is caused when the blood supply in the brain is cut off suddenly by a clot or ruptured vessel. Without blood, part of the brain gets no oxygen.
Stroke symptoms can be from mild to severe and varies with each experience, depending on which side of the brain is affected. Seniors may suffer from loss of sensations, loss of bowel or bladder control, confusion, memory loss, loss of cognitive abilities and emotional liability (laughing or crying without any reason). Family members often fear that a second stroke may happen and recovery at home is a challenge.
We understand the best place to recuperate is your own home. It is the best place to be.
How does home care help stroke survivors and their families?
At RIGHT ACCORD, our A-Team of caregivers promote restorative and rehabilitative care to stroke survivors by:
Supporting physical therapy and occupational therapy by assisting clients to perform exercises
Ensuring range of motion exercises to help strengthen muscles and keep joints mobile and improve circulation
Caregivers assist Speech Therapists with clients who’ve suffered from speech loss by helping to recognize written words or to speak words
Use of verbal and non-verbal communication and letting clients know you have confidence in his or her abilities through smiles, touches, and gestures
Monitoring home safety and removing any hazards from the home
Always checking proper body alignment; sometimes client is unaware when an arm or leg is caught some place
Assisting with transfers or walking
Our Specialized A-team Of Caregivers Are Trained In:
Protect clients from any unsafe areas and conditions
Prevent falls. Seniors with Parkinsons are high risk for falls
Assist with personal care and activities of daily living
Assist with range of motion exercises to prevent contractures
Ambulate with assistance to help strengthen muscles
Encourage independence and self-care
Assist with housekeeping duties
Give emotional support
Promote client’ health and comfort
Maintain client’s dignity and self-worth
