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2. Home Care: How to Make It Work - WebMD

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   There are key steps you can take to make sure home care works well. Find the Right Provider. ... watch, or read if the caregiver is involved with day-to-day life. Leave notes on any favorite ...

3. Home Care: Is It the Right Thing to Do? - WebMD

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   There are two basic types. In-home care services cover general daily activities and support, such as cooking, cleaning, helping your loved one dress, or just keeping them company. Home health care ...

4. What Are ADLs and How They’re Measured - WebMD

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   The term ADL was first introduced by Sidney Katz in 1950. It’s a collective term for all the basic skills you need in regular daily life. These include: Ambulating. This includes the ability to ...

5. Home care in the United States - Wikipedia

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   Outpatient elder care. Home care (also referred to as domiciliary care, social care, or in-home care) is supportive care provided in the home.Care may be provided by licensed healthcare professionals who provide medical treatment needs or by professional caregivers who provide daily assistance to ensure the activities of daily living (ADLs) are met.

6. Aging in Place: What Is It, and How Can You Do It? - Healthline

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   A National Poll on Healthy Aging, based on a survey of 2,277 adults ages 50 to 80, found that many older adults who wish to age in place need to improve their homes and plan for services like ...

7. Essential Items, Supplies, and Tips for Caregivers - Healthline

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   bath safety rail or shower grip for them to hold onto as they get into and out of the tub. bath chair for support while bathing or showering. toilet grip and toilet chair. stepstool to help them ...