When you hear the term Geriatric Care, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? You might think this service is primarily focused on maintenance services like hygiene, housekeeping, and personal assistance. While that certainly is an aspect of Geriatric care, there is another range of services that emphasizes at-home primary care, assisting the elderly with conditions such as Alzheimer’s, infections and UTIs, injuries sustained from falls, and much more.
Studies estimate that 9 in 10 Americans will have at least one chronic condition by age 80. You should plan to avoid constant hospital visits and pursue at-home geriatric care to make life easier for you and your loved ones.
A defining characteristic of Domus Care is our approach to care. We strive to make patients feel important, to preserve their dignity, to respect their choices and what is important to them. Our care team – physician, nurse practitioner, nurse, and social worker – work with patients to ensure the goals of care are being met while at the same time coordinating with primary care physicians and health care plans.
What Are The Benefits of Geriatric Care?
For elderly patients or those with mobility concerns, the idea of getting to a medical clinic can range from overwhelming to impossible. This problem is amplified if you require regular assistance or routine visits. Instead, imagine the convenience of having a skilled clinician come to you. You never had to take a bus, you don’t have to sit in waiting rooms, and you don’t have to rush to make your appointment. You can’t put a price on having someone to answer your questions and help you navigate a challenging time.
Getting Started With Domus Care Solutions
The first step is to have an initial in-home visit/assessment with the patient, family, and caregiver(s). This is a great opportunity to get everyone acquainted and to ensure that everyone is on the same page. At this time, we will discuss patient goals and develop a personalized care plan. Following this initial visit, our team will be able to determine the frequency of visits required for your specific needs.
Geriatric Care Services Include:
- Home Safety Evaluation to look for potential risks and ways to increase home safety
- Patient and family/caregiver education
- Medication Reconciliation and Management
- Care coordination with all providers and community resources
- Honest discussions about prognosis and care options
- Telemedicine Services
- … and more
Who is an Ideal Candidate for Domus Care Solutions?
The team at Domus Care has designed our services for patients that, because of their advanced illness and inability to travel, pose a unique challenge to office-based physicians and a financial challenge to payers. Examples of potentially eligible patients include:
- Advanced class 4 chronic heart failure with recurrent dyspnea crises and debility
- Advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with recurrent pneumonia and dyspnea crises 7
- Geriatric frailty with disabling arthritic pain and caregiver exhaustion
- Conditions that meet hospice eligibility criteria, but the patient declines the benefit
- Advanced Renal Disease (ESRD) with debility, functional decline, and symptom burden
- Homebound status and serious illness
- Cancer Diagnosis
- Dementia Diagnosis
- Neurological diseases (ALS, Parkinson’s)
Is Geriatric Care Covered By Insurance?
Yes. The services we provide are covered by Medicare. If you have questions or concerns about insurance, we urge you to call us so that we can provide you with the information you need! Our goal is to help our patients get the assistance they need, and our team is comprised of experts within this space who can make that happen.
Geriatric Care Services Available in Weston, FL and Surrounding Areas
At Domus Care Solutions, our mission is to bring care home, making professional, personalized gerontology care accessible to those in need. If you have any questions about the Geriatric Care services offered at Domus Care Solutions, call our office to speak with a member of our team or schedule an appointment online today!
