With a minimal level of assistance, many elderly individuals can continue to live safely in their own homes, either alone or with other family members. Senior Services provides care and support through a staff of certified nursing assistants, supervised by registered nurses. A nurse visits the home to meet the client and family members and develops a plan of care. The Home Care Aide provides services based on the plan of care and the nurse returns periodically to ensure the plan of care still serves the individual's needs. Eligibility Home Care services are available to any Forsyth County resident at least 60 years old who is unable to carry out tasks essential to the activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
Services are also available to provide respite for the primary caregiver.
Types of Service Home Care Aides provide a variety of services with primary emphasis on assistance with personal hygiene. After personal care is completed, the aide can assist with simple meal preparation, food shopping, and light housekeeping. A visit may vary from one or two hours for personal care to three or four hours for respite care at least once a week. The cost for Home Care services is based on the services of the Home Care Aide as well as assessments and care planning by the registered nurse. An individual may pay on a sliding scale or receive the service under available funding source, sharing in the cost, as they are able.