Home Care

Purpose

To deliver prescribed medications and health supplies directly to patients’ homes, ensuring continuity of care without the need for pharmacy visits

Services

Prescription Delivery:

Convenient, on-time delivery of prescribed medications to ensure patients have uninterrupted access.

Refill Reminders:

Regular reminders for medication refills, helping patients adhere to treatment plans.

Consultation Support:

Pharmacists available for consultation regarding dosage, side effects, and medication interactions.

Benefits

Convenience:

Reduces the need to visit pharmacies, especially beneficial for the elderly and patients with mobility issues.

Enhanced Compliance:

Regular refills and reminders improve medication adherence, essential for chronic conditions.

Considerations

Prescription Verification:

Delivery typically requires a valid prescription, and orders are verified for accuracy and safety.

Availability:

Some medications may not be available for delivery due to regulations, requiring consultation.

Purpose

To offer diagnostic services at home, including sample collection for various tests, allowing patients to receive accurate results without visiting a lab.

Services

Sample Collection at Home: Blood, urine, and other samples are collected by trained professionals and sent for testing.

Diagnostic Testing: Includes a range of tests like blood glucose, lipid profiles, kidney and liver function tests, and COVID-19 testing.

Digital Report Access:Results are often shared digitally, allowing for easy access by patients and their doctors.

Benefits

Convenience and Comfort:

Allows for testing without leaving home, reducing exposure risks, especially for immunocompromised patients.

Timely Results:

Quick turnaround of results, often accessible online or via mobile apps.

Considerations

Fasting Requirements:

Some tests require fasting or specific preparations, which are explained to patients before sample collection.

Accuracy and Certification:

Labs should be accredited to ensure quality and accuracy of results.

Purpose

To provide professional nursing services at home for patients recovering from surgeries, managing chronic conditions, or needing regular monitoring.

Services

Wound Care and Dressing Changes:Skilled care for post-surgical wounds, bed sores, and injuries.

Vital Sign Monitoring:Regular checks of blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen levels, and more.

Chronic Disease Management:Support for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and other conditions requiring regular observation.

Benefits

Expert Care at Home:

Offers patients skilled nursing care without the need to stay in a hospital.

Enhanced Recovery:

Proper in-home care supports faster recovery, especially after surgeries.

Considerations

Customized Care Plans:

Nursing services are often personalized based on medical needs, requiring consultation.

Coordination with Doctors:

Nurses frequently coordinate with the patient’s doctor to ensure continuity and accuracy of care.

Purpose

To provide non-medical assistance for daily activities, helping patients with mobility issues or those who need support with basic care.

Services

Assistance with Daily Activities:Help with bathing, dressing, eating, and other personal care tasks.

Mobility Support:Assistance with walking, transferring from bed to wheelchair, and exercise as recommended.

Companionship:Attendants provide social support, improving the patient’s mental and emotional well-being.

Benefits

Enhanced Independence:

Supports patients in performing daily activities, allowing them to remain at home comfortably.

Emotional Support:

Reduces isolation by providing companionship and daily interactions.

Considerations

Training:

Attendants are trained in patient care but do not perform medical tasks.

Compatibility:

Assigning attendants who are compatible with the patient’s needs and personality is crucial for quality care.

Purpose

To provide on-demand medical consultations and treatments at home, often for non-emergency needs or routine follow-ups.

Services

Routine Check-ups:Regular health checks, vital sign monitoring, and assessments.

Medical Advice and Diagnosis:Diagnosis and treatment plans for mild symptoms or ongoing conditions.

Prescriptions:Doctors can prescribe medications, which can often be filled through the home pharmacy service.

Benefits

Immediate Access to Care:

Convenient for patients who need quick medical attention without visiting a clinic.

Reduced Exposure:

Particularly valuable for the elderly or immunocompromised, reducing the risk of exposure in medical settings.

Considerations

Non-Emergency Care:

Best suited for non-emergency issues. Severe cases may still require hospital visits.

Availability:

Doctor on-call services may vary in availability based on time and location.

Purpose

To provide vaccination services at home, ensuring safety and accessibility, particularly for young children, elderly individuals, or those with limited mobility.

Services

Routine Immunizations:Vaccines for infants, children, and adults, such as the flu, hepatitis, MMR, and more.

Travel Vaccinations:Vaccines required for international travel, such as typhoid, should be administered before departure. Additionally, pre-pregnancy vaccinations, pregnancy vaccinations, yearly influenza vaccination, and HPV vaccination are also recommended.

COVID-19 and Booster Shots:COVID vaccinations and boosters are also provided, helping ensure safe vaccination in a home environment.

Pre-Pregnancy Vaccinations:
-Influenza Vaccination
-HPV

Benefits

Convenience and Comfort:

Reduces the need to visit clinics for routine immunizations, especially helpful for parents or elderly individuals.

Reduced Exposure:

Minimizes exposure to potentially sick individuals in clinics, especially important during flu seasons or pandemics.

Considerations

Proper Storage:

Ensuring vaccines are stored and transported at the right temperatures to maintain efficacy.

Qualified Staff:

Vaccines should only be administered by trained healthcare professionals to ensure proper technique and patient safety.