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Express care givers will offer two levels of care to the customer. The first level most likely leading to the second level in the life cycle of the service. The services will be offered on a contractual basis with either a set visitation schedule or an on-call respite care service relieving a loved one for the requested amount of time. Employees (professional caregivers) will be matched to the customer to ensure compatibility.

Home Services

Home Care is the first level of service to be offered by Express care givers. Any number of the non-medical services such as the following will make up the majority of the services offered:

Home Services

Companionship

One of the most important aspects of Express care givers will be providing customers with a strong sense of family and compassion. Taking an interest in the customer, their life and their environment. Whether it is playing a favourite board game or card game, reading, taking a stroll or visiting with friends and neighbours, life the client is meant to enjoy.

Home Services

Attendant/Driver Service
If mobility is a concern, the caregiver can attend any function, appointment or errand with the customer. Whether it is to a local sporting event, family gathering or shopping excursion, the customer will have the added security of someone to lean on.
Depending on arrangements, travel is by taxi or the caregiver‟s vehicle. The caregiver keeps a client schedule so that important appointments are not forgotten.

Home Services

Respite

Provide safe and stimulating, recreational support both in the home and in the community. This support provides families with temporary relief from the physical and the emotional demands involved in caring for a family member who has complex health needs.

Home Services

Basic Personal Care

Washing, help with pre-poured medicine, personal hygiene, nail care, hairdressing, picking out co-ordinated outfits, help getting dressed or applying makeup. The caregiver will take the best interests of the customer at heart.

Home Services

Meal Planning & Preparation

The employee may not be a chef, but they are there to support safe living at home, which certainly includes food! Meals can be planned in conjunction with a nutritionist or with the customer. Grocery planning, grocery shopping, dishwashing, food maintenance, and cooking will be part of the services provided.

Health Services

Health Care is the second level and is usually a progression from Home Care services. Health workers are health professionals with a graded designation of accreditation such as Personal Support Workers, Health Care Aides, Home Support Workers, Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse. Depending on the patient and the arrangements made in accordance with the assessment, Express care givers can provide the following medical
services:

Health Services

Medication Management

Administering drugs by a qualified nurse is essential in maintaining the health of a patient on medication. From diabetes and high blood pressure to disease management and pain management, drugs require control, measurement and administration in an
exacting environment. Express care givers health workers adhere to strict standards set forth to ensure the wellbeing and comfort of the patient.

Health Services

Foot Care
Usually misunderstood in importance, Express care givers realizes the complications associated with improper foot care. Whether a result of diabetes, vascular disease or neglect, the foot requires careful attention for continued comfort, mobility and infection control. Services included are nail cutting, corn and callus control, infection cleansing, and appliance or pad application.

Health Services

Palliative Care
One of the most sensitive areas in health management is caring for a friend or loved one whose prognosis is terminal. A comfortable family home allows the loved one to spend their precious time in surroundings full of love and memories. Express Care Givers can help with the arrangements to make this possible. Whether as respite care to allow loved ones to take a break or as round the clock loving care, our Express Care Givers Worker will be there during the most difficult time.

Health Services

Nursing care
There are great benefits to receiving dedicated, one-on-one medical attention at home, a place of comfort and familiarity. Express care givers works with the client and family to develop highly customized care plans for complex medical needs like tracheostomy care nursing, Catheter care, Ostomy/colostomy care so they can live their day as they see fit.

Health Services

Wound Care
Accidents or progression of disease create situations where preventative management is required to fight infection and further disease. A Health Worker can work in conjunction with the case physician to make sure wounds are kept under control to facilitate healing.

Health Services

Alzheimer’s nurturing
The number of men and women experiencing mild to extensive degrees of Alzheimer's is increasing and is expected to reach epidemic proportions. As Alzheimer's progresses it becomes increasingly important to keep the patient in familiar surroundings. Unfortunately, this puts a tremendous strain on the family both mentally and physically. Express care givers, understands this and works closely with the patient and family members to ensure comfort for all involved. Health workers specializing in the unique issues of Alzheimer's will be assigned to enrich the patient's daily living.

Health Services

Basic Personal Care
Bathing, washing, and other personal hygiene cares can be provided to ensure cleanliness and dignity are maintained.
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"Express care givers approached our situation with personal care. They evaluated Mom, and together we put in place a plan with the flexibility we needed to keep our lives in balance. The staff were willing to go above and beyond to accommodate our needs in a short time, the people who they employ invest from a personal human care perspective with their clients."

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"I am more comfortable at home with my family and friends. If you’re able to go with Express care givers, do it for your family and friends and relatives. "

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