Caregivers
When someone you love becomes ill or needs help taking care of themselves, you as the caregiver can expect a wide range of new responsibilities in your life. The process of managing all the different aspects of your loved one's health care can be daunting to say the least. Meridian At Home understands that your needs as a caregiver are as unique and important as those of the person you care for.
Meridian At Home knows how stressful life can be when providing care and assistance to a loved one in need. Our services are designed to help you understand and manage the added responsibilities of caring for a loved one while freeing you to enjoy quality time with your family.
Selecting Care
Arranging the right care for a loved one can seem overwhelming, but Meridian At Home has made the process easy. Our experts can answer your questions and create a customized plan that will allow your loved one to live well at home — while giving you peace of mind. Whether you're caring for a loved one around the corner, or across the country, we can help make this process easy for you. Prior to the start of care, one of our registered nurses will conduct an in-home assessment, ensuring that the care plan is a perfect fit. Simply contact us for assistance.
Dealing With Stress
In order to care for others, you have to first take care of yourself. Eating right, getting enough exercise and sleep, and taking time for you are all important ways to stay healthy as a caregiver. When the stress becomes too much, our services can help you emotionally refuel. Our skilled professionals can help alleviate the pressure of caregiving by providing guidance and lending an understanding ear. In addition, the services they offer — from full-time or part-time care to home monitoring devices — can provide you with much needed relief.
Making Financial Decisions
In addition to the stresses of caring for a loved one, navigating financial issues can also be complex. Meridian At Home's advisors can work with your insurance company or Medicare/Medicaid representatives and assist you with the billing and reimbursement process for home care services so that you can focus on what's most important - the health and well-being of your loved one. Read more about Medicare
Facing End of Life Issues
When a loved one is facing a life-limiting illness, our caregivers understand that the family also needs emotional support. Our palliative care and hospice services are designed to ensure privacy and respect while providing comfort and compassion for both the patient and the family during this difficult time. We understand that you still may have questions during this difficult time, that's why we have dedicated a significant portion of our site on this very important and sensitive topic, learn more about Hospice and Palliative Care.
Finding Additional Resources
The more information you have, the more confident you will be in caring for your loved one. In addition to the availability of our knowledgeable Meridian At Home advisors, we've identified a number of useful Web sites below, offering an array of caregiver resources that you may find helpful.