Senior Care in Cumberland County, ME

"Home care.Both owner and aide are very good, kind, and helpful. they both gave wonderful care to my husband and worked well with hospice...."

"Thank you so much for taking such great interest in my dad's needs and comfort in his last days. He loved you all!..."

"The girl that we have from the In-Home Senior Services has been excellent so far. She takes care of my mother's needs in the morning, like getting her dressed, doing her hair and those kinds of things. In the evening, she helps prepare my mom for bed..."

"Comfort Keepers was an awesome company to work with! They really cared about how my mother was treated and went above and beyond to make sure this was a pleasurable experience. She loved all the caregivers that worked with her as well which was impo..."

"MAS Provides a PSS that helps My Grandmother a few Days a Week with all of her essential Care needs! The Care givers and the supervisors are very responsive and helpful!..."

"Kindred at Home was wonderful. We have an occupational therapist, a physical therapist, and a nurse, they were wonderful to Mom, and they're really good. They're very accommodating for what she wants for when they come in, they help her, and they don..."

"These people are just fantastic. My mother has Alzheimers, parkinsen's, kidney failure, broke her hip three years ago and can't walk, has macular degeneration and is deaf. This all happened to her in a 3 year period. I have been taking care of her 24..."

"Arcadia Homehelp has been providing service for about 5 weeks now and they were chosen for us by Medicaid. Their caregivers are doing a very good job. They are very professional and have a wide background. Their care and services are fine. They'd com..."

"If all of your caregivers are like Arleen, you have an exceptional team. We could not have asked for a better caregiver. Mom, with her short-term memory loss, still thought she was doing everything for herself and was dead-set against having any help..."

VNA delivers Hospice Care with compassion Our hospice program provides compassionate end of life care and support for individuals diagnosed with a terminal illness. In partnership with patients and their families, our team of caring professionals coordinates a continuum of care based on the unique needs and wishes of our clients. Understanding Hospice Care Hospice care provides treatment and care that focuses on comfort for people who are facing a terminal or life limiting illness. Our hospice team is comprised of nurses, social workers, home health aides, chaplains, trained volunteers, and bereavement counselors. Physical, occupational and speech therapists, as well as wound care specialists, are available as needed to facilitate comfort and symptom management. These are some of the ways that Hospice can help: Managing physical symptoms Offering emotional support to individuals and their families Providing information about changes one might experience as the illness progresses Guiding families in giving care and support to their loved one Preventing hospitalizations with a hospice nurse available any time, day or night Making bereavement support available to families in a variety of ways Who is eligible for hospice care? Should an individual begin to experience a decline in regular self care capabilities or other life-limiting symptoms, their doctor may suggest they consider hospice care. Once the doctor determines that the path of curative treatments are no longer appropriate and estimates life expectancy to be six months or less based on the Medicare Hospice Criteria, referrals can be made for hospice services. While an individual must have a doctor's referral to receive hospice care, they, or a family member, can call a local hospice provider, like VNA Home Health Hospice, to initiate the process. People of any age, with any of the following illnesses, may be appropriate for a hospice referral if eligibility criteria are met. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or Multiple Sclerosis Cancer HIV/AIDS Stroke or coma Parkinson's Disease Alzheimer's Disease or other forms of dementia Heart disease, such as Congestive heart failure or Coronary artery disease Kidney disease Liver disease Lung disease, such as COPD or Pulmonary fibrosis General decline in condition due to age or multiple health conditions This list does not cover every condition, if there are any questions regarding eligibility, contact VNA Home Health Hospice. Deciding if hospice is the right path For some, there may be a time when the burden of life-prolonging treatments and interventions outweighs the benefit. At those times, shifting the focus to comfort and symptom management can potentially improve quality of life for one's remaining time. Some may think that hospice is only for the last days of life but, in fact, people can benefit from hospice services while they are still quite active. The hospice team can provide clinical, social, and emotional support to help clients feel better able to make the most of each day. At VNA, our experienced team works closely with each individual and family to provide assistance and support throughout the process. A VNA Hospice team member is happy to visit individuals and their families to discuss services and answer questions with no obligation to initiate service. Who provides hospice care? At VNA, our hospice team is made up of an experienced and dedicated team of nurses, social workers, home health aides, spiritual care coordinator, bereavement support counselor, and trained volunteers. Where does hospice provide care? Through VNA, services may be provided where ever one calls home "“ a house, apartment, nursing home or assisted living facility. Should a person require more care than can be provided in their current setting, the hospice team is often able to assist families in identifying resources to coordinate increased care services. Our Hospice program is one among a continuum of care that VNA offers to clients in their own homes. Can hospice care continue after 6 months? Some people live longer than their original prognosis once their pain and symptoms are under control. The VNA Hospice team will continues to provide the same care as long as the qualifying criteria for hospice are met. Does hospice "take over" care and decision making? No. Individuals and their families remain in charge of coordinating care and making medical decisions. The role of the hospice team is one of support, guidance, education, and collaboration. Hospice team members will provide information and options and assist with coordinating a plan that centers on the unique goals and needs of each person we serve and their family. How is hospice care paid for? Medicare and Medicaid cover 100% hospice care. Most insurance plans have a hospice benefit included in their coverage. If you do not have insurance or are not eligible for Medicare or Medicaid, our staff may be able to provide assistance in identifying resources. VNA Home Health Hospice provides care regardless of a client's ability to pay. Accessing the Hospice benefit can save on some medical expenses as Durable Medical Equipment, such as wheelchairs, oxygen, or hospital beds, and medications related to comfort and symptom management are covered at 100%. Why ask for VNA? VNA Home Health Hospice provides a coordinated spectrum of services under one roof. Hospice nurses utilize pain and symptom management expertise with compassion and understanding to promote comfort and quality of life. Specially trained social workers, chaplains, and volunteers provide additional support in a variety of ways, from assisting to identify and access resources to spiritual support in what ever way an individual and family desire to friendly visits and errands. VNA also offers skilled nursing services, physical and occupational therapy, wound care specialists, and the Lifestages companion service "under one roof" so that any level of care needs can be accommodated and smoothly transitioned. Additionally, VNA's partnership with Mercy Hospital facilitates continuity in moving across the spectrum from acute to home care.

"My mom passed away in september she had hospice care all of that summer before. The staff that helped us was incredible they were there for my mom , family and friends. They were support from religion ,medical,therpy and most of all awareness of the ..."

Aging Excellence is Maine's leader in in-home non medical care. Established in 1999, Aging Excellence is a Maine based company. As the owner of Aging Excellence, I will personally meet with you and your loved ones to establish a plan of care personalized to your specific needs. Our offices are staffed by knowledgeable, caring service coordinators who will be able to assist you with any scheduling needs. All of our caregivers are hand picked and exceptional.