What is Home Care?
Home care typically refers to any type of care provided in the patient’s home, but can also refer to assistance provided at an assisted living facility, rehab setting or even bedside at a hospital. Florida [...]
Why Use Florida First Senior Home Care?
The caregivers we refer to our clients’ homes provide essential care to the most valued members of our community with compassion and dignity. Trusted by physicians and geriatric care professionals, we treat every client and [...]
What is a Long-Term Care Insurance Policy?
A long-term care policy, or a life insurance policy with long-term care benefits, can help pay for the cost of in-home care. These policies come in all different typesand we are happy to help you [...]
How Much Does Home Care Cost?
The cost of care is determined by the hours and specific skills required to meet your loved one’s needs. Home care can be covered by long term care insurance policies or other third-party payor sources [...]
What Are The Advantages To Working With a Homecare Agency or Nurse Registry, As Opposed To Hiring an Aide Privately?
Working with a home health agency or nurse registry can provide you with peace of mind that a private aide cannot. One key advantage is that we can send a back-up caregiver to your loved [...]
How Are Caregivers Screened?
Every home aide or nursing assistant we work with is fully licensed, professionally insured and undergoes a complete federal background check. We also keep close track of which caregivers have experience with dementia or Alzheimer’s [...]
What is an In-Home Assessment?
In order to help you assess the needs and best care arrangement for yourself or a loved one, one of our staff Geriatric Care Managers can visit the prospective client’s home. We’ll inquire about your [...]
Can Caregiving Services Include Transportation?
Yes, along with other services, caregivers can provide transportation and escort clients to doctor’s appointments, the grocery store, events, to run errands, etc.
Can Caregivers Provide Services Outside of Private Homes?
In addition to providing in-home care, our network of caregivers can travel to assisted living facilities, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or any other location the client needs.
Do Caregivers You Refer Provide Nursing Services?
We work with a network of RNs (registered nurses) and LPNs (licensed practical nurses) who can provide in-home specialized nursing services, such as wound care, medication managementand assessments in addition to the general caregiver services [...]
