When searching for professional assistance with the care of adult loved ones, there are several models and environments from which to choose. By determining the extent of care required and researching potential settings, the best situation for you or your loved ones can be found. In Oregon, Serenity Home Care offers adult foster care services in Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties, and throughout the Greater Portland and Beaverton area. Find out about our home care agency and the caring and supportive environment we provide for adults who need in-home personal care services.
What Is Adult Foster Care?
As people age, they may need help with the activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and preparing nutritious meals. That’s where home care services with qualified professional caregivers can make all the difference for a person’s independence and quality of life. Adult foster care provides a small group setting, where caregivers are available to provide personalized service, according to the needs of the client.
Living in a small group setting allows the adults receiving care to enjoy a family-style environment, where social interaction and personal care are available. This model also provides cost savings for the residents, by allowing caregivers to care for multiple clients more easily, reducing their travel time. At least one caregiver stays overnight in the adult foster home, providing more security for residents, as well as a professional presence. The caregiver can alert medical professionals or take appropriate action in case of emergencies.
In addition to providing personal care services and supervision, adult foster homes are set up in a variety of communities and neighborhoods. They provide both housing and services outside of an institutional setting. Adults who are not able to live alone, or get the level of care required from family members, find adult foster care meets their physical, emotional, and social needs. Caregivers can also help residents with appointments and errands outside the home.
Who Needs Adult Foster Care Services?
If your loved one can’t maintain a healthy lifestyle while living alone, adult foster care may be an excellent option. The services provided by Serenity Home Care include:
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- Personal grooming and hygiene
- Medication management
- Companionship
Adult foster homes encourage independence in residents who can get around on their own, for example, by taking walks in the neighborhood or visiting with friends and family. If residents need more supervision, a higher level of companionship services and security precautions are provided.
How to Set Up Adult Foster Care Services With Serenity Home Care
The mission of Serenity Home Care is to create and maintain lifetime client relations. That means we provide tailored, personalized care. So, the first step to receiving any of our personal care services, including adult foster care services, is to arrange an evaluation. Our well-trained and qualified staff will visit you or your loved one to help determine which services will help them live as independently as possible. We take into consideration their mobility, memory issues, transportation needs, overall safety, and the tasks of daily living with which they could use some assistance.
Once Serenity Home Care has determined which of our services will best meet requirements, adult foster care services may be the most desirable option. At that time we will provide an individual care plan, with information about potential home care settings that are available. In addition to our adult foster care services, our agency is experienced with a variety of care models, including memory care services, companion care, and medication services.
Our Experience Providing Adult Foster Care Services
As a licensed comprehensive in-home care agency in Oregon, our staff consists of certified nursing assistants (CNAs), as well as others with long-term care experience and online state training. All caregivers are certified in CPR and first aid. We are licensed by the Health Care Regulation and Quality Improvement program from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). We also meet the requirements for Division 536 of the Oregon Administrative Rules. Our staff receives continuing education through the Oregon Health Care Association (OHCA).
Serenity Home Care is particularly proud of our staff, who put our core values into practice every day and in every setting. These values include:
- Compassion and empathy
- Integrity and dedication
- Positivity and leadership
- Service and teamwork
Adult foster care residents and other clients benefit from the high level of motivation and sense of purpose with which our staff carries out their duties. We endeavor to provide our clients with lifestyle choices that ensure their dignity and independence. For more information about Serenity Home Care and our adult foster care services in the Beaverton, Oregon, area, contact us today.
