Home Health Care

A Home Health Aide (HHA) provides personal care and support services to individuals who are senior, ill, disabled, or recovering from surgery in their homes. The role is centered on helping patients with daily activities to ensure their safety, comfort, and well-being.

Home Health Aides work under the supervision of an All Care registered nurse or other health care professionals. Their duties can vary depending on the patient’s needs and the scope of care provided by the health care team. This role is crucial for enabling individuals to live as independently as possible while staying safe and healthy in the comfort of their own homes.

What Does an All Care Home Health Aide Do?

• Helps patients with activities such as bathing, getting dressed, brushing teeth, and grooming (e.g., combing hair, shaving).
• Helps with moving around, whether it is transferring from a bed to a wheelchair or helping with walking to prevent falls.
• Helps with using the bathroom or managing incontinence.
• Reminds patients to take their medications on time.
• May check vital signs like temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate.
• Tasks like cleaning, laundry, dishwashing, and tidying up to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Preparing nutritious meals and helping with feeding, if needed.
• Provides companionship and engages in activities to help reduce loneliness, such as reading, talking, or playing games.
• Offers emotional support to help patients maintain a positive outlook and remain as independent as possible.
• Communicates regularly with overseeing nurse to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care.