Certified Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide,
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) & Home Health Aides (HHAs)
Our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs) provide essential support to clients in their homes, helping them maintain their independence and dignity while meeting their basic needs to live comfortably. While both roles offer personal care assistance, CNAs have additional medical training to provide more advanced health-related services.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Services
CNAs provide direct healthcare services under the supervision of a nurse, offering both medical and personal care support to clients. Their responsibilities include:
Medical and Health Monitoring
- Checking and recording vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Monitoring oxygen levels and reporting any irregularities to a supervising nurse.
- Assisting with medical procedures, including dressing wounds and changing bandages under a nurse’s supervision.
- Observing and reporting changes in a client’s physical and emotional condition to the healthcare team.
Personal Care Assistance
- Assisting clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Providing mobility support, including transferring clients, walking assistance, and range-of-motion exercises.
- Supporting safe and dignified bathing, tailored to the client’s preferences and mobility level.
Nutrition and Medication Support
- Preparing meals according to dietary requirements and assisting with feeding if necessary.
- Reminding clients to take prescribed medications as directed by their healthcare provider.
Household and Social Support
- Assisting with light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
- Providing companionship and emotional support to improve mental well-being.
- Accompanying clients to medical appointments and assisting with transportation needs.
Home Health Aide (HHA) Services
HHAs focus on providing non-medical personal care and assistance with daily living activities to ensure clients remain comfortable and independent in their homes. Their responsibilities include:
Personal Hygiene and Grooming
- Assisting with dressing, oral hygiene, hair care, and general grooming.
- Providing standby assistance with bathing to ensure client safety.
- Offering support with toileting and incontinence care
Daily Living Assistance
- Helping with mobility, including transfers and walking assistance.
- Providing safety monitoring and fall prevention support.
- Offering reminders for health and wellness routines, including hydration, exercises, and medications
Household Assistance
- Preparing and serving meals based on dietary needs.
- Performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dusting, and tidying up the living space.
- Running errands, including grocery shopping and picking up prescriptions
Companionship and Social Support
- Engaging clients in social activities and meaningful conversations.
- Accompanying clients on walks and outings to promote physical activity.
- Providing emotional support and encouragement to enhance mental well-being.
Supervision and Quality Assurance
All services provided by our CNAs and HHAs are supervised by our Director of Nursing, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with each client’s personalized care plan. Our staff regularly update the Director of Nursing on clients’ progress and evolving needs.
If you or your loved one requires professional in-home care, our team of dedicated CNAs and HHAs are here to provide compassionate and skilled support tailored to your needs.