Meal Preparation
Our caregivers understand the importance of a healthy diet for seniors, and of preparing delicious foods that best suit your loved one’s needs.
Meal preparation that supports health and independence.
Preparing healthy and nutritional meals is an important service we provide at Caring at Home. There are times when elderly or disabled individuals are not able to properly prepare meals themselves, or they may simply lack the strength or desire to eat. With our in-home caregivers, you no longer have to worry whether or not your loved one is getting the proper nutrition they so desperately need.
At Caring at Home, we understand that for some, preparing their own meals may even become dangerous. This can happen with elderly individuals suffering from dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease. Difficulty with planning and preparing meals can also stem from a lack of confidence due to a previous bad experience in the kitchen where they may have forgotten to turn off the stove or may have accidentally injured themselves. Our caregivers can prepare meals for them or simply provide them, and you, with the peace of mind of safe supervision.
Seniors Eat Better Using Our Meal Preparation and Planning Services:
- Recipe research and meal planning (Including your loved one’s favorite dishes)
- Grocery shopping
- Caloric monitoring and proper nutrition
- Meal preparation
- Establishing an appealing eating environment
Nutritious meals made with care and consistency.
At Caring at Home, we understand that a nutritious meal is more than just fuel—it’s an essential part of maintaining health and well-being, especially for seniors. The caregivers we refer take the time to prepare balanced, delicious meals that meet your loved one’s dietary needs, preferences, and restrictions. From breakfast to dinner, every meal is crafted with care to ensure it’s both tasty and nourishing.
Consistent meal preparation is key to maintaining a healthy routine. The caregivers we refer help with grocery shopping, meal planning, and cooking, so your loved one can enjoy fresh, homemade meals every day. Whether they need assistance with special diets, or simply enjoy a little help in the kitchen, our caregivers provide support that makes mealtime easier, healthier, and more enjoyable.
Good nutrition starts with regular home-cooked meals.
Good nutrition is the foundation of maintaining energy, strength, and overall health, especially for seniors. Regular home-cooked meals ensure that your loved one receives the right balance of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals tailored to their specific needs. Our caregivers work to prepare wholesome meals that not only taste great but also support long-term health, helping to prevent illness and manage existing conditions. With proper meal planning and preparation, seniors can enjoy a more vibrant, active life right at home.
Compassionate care to help seniors thrive at home in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
At Caring at Home, we realize that every one of our clients is unique. That’s why we develop a personalized in-home care plan customized to each person’s specific needs. Regardless of which in-home services you need, from a few hours per week to around-the-clock care, you can be confident you or your loved one will receive the nurturing they deserve. Understanding that needs often change, we offer a broad range of in-home health care services and flexible scheduling options, enabling us to respond quickly while putting an updated care plan into action for our clients as needed.
We also recognize that good communication is the key to good customer service. Our supervisory staff is in regular contact with our clients and caregivers to ensure information is shared in an accurate and timely manner. In addition to being well-trained and fully qualified, each Caring at Home caregiver must also pass a rigorous background check. Along with having a caregiver who genuinely cares, you will have peace of mind knowing you can contact an on-call nurse supervisor any time of day or night.
Delivered when and where you need them, our dependable Home Care Services include the following:
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care
If they aren’t a safety risk to themselves or others, helping a senior family member with dementia stay in their home can be highly beneficial. The committed, highly qualified caregivers at Caring at Home can assist clients with Alzheimer’s or dementia in the comfort of their private residences.
In addition to helping the patient feel safe and secure – reducing the likelihood of anxiety or confusion episodes – our Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care services relieve the family’s responsibilities so they can stay refreshed.
Companion Care
Having a friendly and trusted companion around makes every day at home brighter. At Caring at Home, our companion caregivers enjoy spending time with seniors. While there, they can also perform services ranging from assistance with light housekeeping and routine exercise to facilitating socialization with peers.
These are some of the many ways our Companion Care services can help:
- Doctor’s appointments and prescription pick-up
- Mobility assistance
- Light exercise
Personal Care
Many seniors may struggle to perform basic activities of daily living (ADLs). To assist your efforts, the certified home health aides from Caring at Home offer reliable and discreet personal caregiving assistance for seniors.
Our customized Personal Care solutions include the following:
- Bathing & Showering
- Transfer & Ambulation Assistance
- Toileting & Incontinence Care
- Oral Hygiene
Post-Surgical Care
Our caregivers provide safe, supportive care tailored to each individual’s recovery needs, offering assistance with mobility, personal care, and daily tasks. Whether it’s help with dressing, bathing, or simply getting around the house, our caregivers are here to ensure that you’re comfortable and protected as you regain strength.
Our caregivers can assist with:
- Mobility Support
- Wound Monitoring
- Personal Hygiene
Light Housekeeping
If your senior loved one needs help maintaining their household, our convenient Light Housekeeping services can keep their home environment clean, comfortable, safe, and healthy. While we are not a dedicated cleaning service, our caregivers can provide housekeeping services that include
- Laundry
- Bedmaking and linen changes,
- Dusting, vacuuming, floor care (sweeping, mopping, etc.)
Meal Preparation
Our knowledgeable meal planners will ensure that your aging loved one eats better each and every day. From the initial grocery shopping to the in-home meal preparation itself, our caregivers will make sure that your senior’s nutritional needs are being met in the comfort of their own home.
To put your mind at ease, Caring at Home is a licensed and insured home care provider, and all of the meal planners that we employ are carefully screened beforehand.
Medication Supervision
Our highly trained caregivers and home health aides understand the importance of helping independent seniors remember to take their daily medications as prescribed.
For your protection, Caring at Home is licensed and insured, and all of our highly-trained hourly caregivers are thoroughly screened beforehand.
Respite Care
Although it’s a labor of love, caring for an aging friend or relative can be physically and emotionally demanding. If you’re not careful, caregiver burnout can sneak up on you when least expected, impacting the quality of life of both you and your loved one.
Our reliable respite caregivers can step in while you take a well-deserved break, allowing your senior to age gracefully in place while enjoying the familiar and comfortable surroundings of home.
