CARE THAT CARES
I specialize in individual caregiving. My mission is to help people live happier, more fulfilling lives.
™
A Life of Service
I've been helping families like yours for over two decades.
150+
21+
Years of experience
Happy clients
How I Can Help You
SERVICES OFFERED
Stroke & TBI Care
Cognitive Stimulation: Engaging in exercises to support cognitive recovery.
Emotional Support: Offering companionship and encouragement to foster motivation.
Communication Support: Assisting with speech and communication exercises as directed.
Physical Therapy Assistance
Encouraging Exercises: Guiding patients through their prescribed exercise routines.
Motivating Progress: Providing positive reinforcement to keep patients engaged.
Tracking Progress: Recording advancements to share with healthcare professionals.
Ensuring Safety: Assisting during exercises for comfort and safety.
Memory Care
Cognitive Engagement: Offering activities and exercises to stimulate memory and cognitive function.
Emotional Support: Providing companionship, reassurance, and active listening to enhance emotional well-being.
Routine Maintenance: Establishing and maintaining a structured daily routine to promote stability.
Safety Monitoring: Ensuring a safe environment by identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
Home Safety Assessments
Home Modifications Referrals: Recommending and connecting clients with professionals for necessary home modifications that enhance safety and accessibility.
Personalized Care Plans: Developing individualized care plans following a comprehensive assessment of the client's needs and home environment.
Health and Wellness Education
Family Education: Providing resources and training for families on caregiving strategies, health management, and safety.
Coordination with Healthcare Professionals: Serving as a liaison between clients and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.
Consulting Services
Support and Guidance for Navigating Healthcare Systems: Assisting clients and families in understanding and maneuvering through complex healthcare systems to access the necessary services.
Consulting on Best Practices in Caregiving Services: Providing insights and recommendations on effective caregiving practices to ensure high-quality care delivery.
Home Safety Assessments
Home Modifications Referrals: Recommending and connecting clients with professionals for necessary home modifications that enhance safety and accessibility.
Personalized Care Plans: Developing individualized care plans following a comprehensive assessment of the client's needs and home environment.
Palliative Care for End-of-Life Support
Symptom Management: Addressing pain and discomfort to enhance quality of life.
Emotional and Spiritual Support: Offering companionship and understanding to patients and families during this challenging time.
Crisis Management: Assisting with immediate needs and facilitating communication with healthcare providers.
Legacy Support: Helping patients express their wishes and create meaningful memories with loved ones.
Family Guidance: Providing resources and support to family members navigating the end-of-life process.
Bedbound Care
Personal Hygiene: Assisting with bathing, grooming, and personal hygiene while the individual remains in bed.
Bed Changes: Helping with changing sheets and bedding to ensure comfort and cleanliness.
Incontinence Care: Providing assistance with changing and cleaning to maintain hygiene.
Mobility Support: Helping reposition the individual for comfort and to prevent bedsores.
Companionship: Offering conversation and companionship to enhance emotional well-being.
Meal Preparation and Dietary Support
Nutritious Meal Planning and Preparation: Preparing balanced meals tailored to meet the dietary needs and preferences of clients.
Dietary Management: Assisting with meal guidelines based on health conditions as advised by healthcare professionals or family members.
Feeding Tube Care and Feedings: Experienced support in managing feeding tubes, including preparation, administration of feedings, and monitoring for complications.
Companionship Services
Social Engagement and Companionship. Engaging in conversations and activities that promote emotional well-being and fight loneliness.
Activity Planning and Participation: Organizing and participating in recreational activities that match the individual's interests, such as games, walks, or arts and crafts.
Emotional Support: Providing a listening ear and empathetic support to individuals and families during difficult times.
Personal Care Assistance
Bathing and Grooming: Support with personal hygiene routines to ensure comfort and dignity.
Dressing and Hygiene Support: Assistance in selecting appropriate attire and maintaining overall personal cleanliness.
Catheter Care: Professional assistance in the maintenance and management of catheters to ensure cleanliness and prevent infection.
Mobility Assistance
Help with moving safely around the home, including the use of a Hoyer lift or sit and stand for those with limited mobility.
Pet Care Services
Daily Feeding: Ensuring proper nutrition and hydration based on individual dietary needs.
Exercise and Play: Engaging pets in regular exercise and playtime for physical and mental enrichment.
Housekeeping Services
Cleaning: Dusting, vacuuming, and mopping to maintain a clean and tidy home.
Laundry: Washing, drying, folding, and organizing clothes and linens.
Organization: Decluttering and organizing spaces for improved functionality and aesthetics.
Kitchen Care: Cleaning countertops, and appliances, and washing dishes to keep the kitchen Hygienic. Cleaning out refrigerator and removal of expired/ unsafe food
Bathroom Care: Scrubbing and sanitizing sinks, tubs, and toilets to ensure cleanliness.
Respite Care
Short-Term Relief for Primary Caregivers: Offering temporary care to give primary caregivers a much-needed break to recharge.
Support for Families During Transitions: Assisting families during life changes, such as recovery from hospitalization or adjusting to new caregiving routines.
Have any questions?
If you have any questions about my services, contact us for a free consultation.
Get In Touch
Feel free to reach out and we can go over your specific family's needs.
Phone
936-446-6341
care@kathleenscaregiving.com
Contact Us
(P) 936-446-6341
(E) care@kathleenscaregiving.com
Kathleen Craig, Caregiver