Capturing the Feeling of Home: Autonomy, Approach, and Advocacy in Personal Care Homes

In our personal care home, we have developed a unique approach to capturing the feeling of home for our residents. Our focus is on providing autonomy, approach, and advocacy to create a comfortable and familiar environment that feels like home.

Autonomy is a key factor in our approach. We recognize that our residents have different needs and preferences, and we strive to be flexible with them. For instance, we don't force residents to wake up at a certain time or eat at a particular time. Instead, we work with our residents to identify their individual schedules and routines, and we provide support and encouragement to help them maintain their autonomy. We are also able to adjust medication schedules to accommodate our residents' needs.

Our approach to care is another crucial aspect of creating a home-like environment. We understand that residents may display behavioral expressions when they feel uncomfortable or agitated, and we recognize that our approach as caregivers can be a significant factor in these situations. We take our time to build relationships with our residents, and we make requests of them in a patient and respectful manner. This approach is particularly important in a small personal care home, where we have the luxury of time to devote to each individual resident.

Finally, advocacy is an integral part of our approach. We strive to be our residents' family when their loved ones are not able to be there. We take a personal interest in our residents' well-being and ensure that they are receiving proper nutrition and hydration. We track fluid intake and sit with residents during meals to provide one-on-one attention. We also personalize activities for our residents to ensure that they receive the attention and engagement they need.

At our personal care home, we have created an environment that feels like home for our residents. If you are interested in learning more about what we can offer your loved one, please don't hesitate to contact us.