NJ Home Health Aide FAQ

We are excited that you want to get started with Bloomfield, NJ Home Care! Please give us a call to schedule a FREE Home Care Assessment! We can create your custom care plan, and get you matched with a caregiver in no time.

Our team of caregivers is available 24/7, day or night! If you or your loved one needs Bloomfield, NJ Home Care right away, we can be the one to provide you with care options! Please give us a call as soon as possible, and we can help get you started with the care you need. Call our office at (973) 604-2026 to start home care TODAY!

Prior to employment, Astir Home Health Care management performs thorough background checks and screenings for all of our caregivers and staff members. Throughout the week, our caregivers are monitored by an RN on-staff to direct and oversee the custom care plan, as well as offer any support to the caregiver and/or family members.

Our NJ caregivers are selected from applicants for their kindness, patience, compassion, and their experience in the medical and/or home care industries. Rest assured that you or your loved one is in safe and capable hands!

Our team works with each of our clients to keep Bloomfield, NJ Home Care costs as low as possible. Home care can be invaluable for you or your loved one to make sure they are safe and healthy at home so that family members can have the freedom to manage their own responsibilities and enjoy precious family time with their elders. Let us do the hard work for their care.

We understand it can be hard to pay for our services. Some long-term care insurance policies will cover Bloomfield, NJ Home Care. We can assist you in learning more about this process if you need help.

Currently, we accept the following payment options: Private pay, veteran’s benefits, and long-term care insurance.

If they struggle with daily tasks, are recovering from an injury or illness, or show a decline in physical or cognitive abilities, an evaluation by a professional can help determine their needs.

They address conditions like arthritis, stroke recovery, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, developmental disorders, and injuries affecting daily activities.

Physical therapy addresses a wide range of conditions, including musculoskeletal injuries (e.g., sprains, fractures), post-surgical recovery, chronic pain (e.g., arthritis, back pain), neurological disorders (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease), and age-related mobility issues. Therapists tailor treatments to individual needs.

Physical therapy is designed to reduce pain, not increase it. Some discomfort may occur as you work through exercises or regain mobility, but therapists adjust treatments to ensure it's manageable and beneficial.

Progress varies, but many patients see improvement in 4–6 weeks with consistent sessions. Severe cases (e.g., post-stroke) may require longer-term care.

Yes! While it can’t reverse dementia, therapy preserves speaking skills longer, reduces frustration, and teaches adaptive strategies for families.

We pick caregivers based on experience, empathy, and skills. Clients can request the same caregiver for continuity.

Yes! Our personal home care services help seniors age in place with a care provider's assistance can improve their quality of life and reduce hospitalizations.

Absolutely. We understand that needs to evolve, especially with chronic conditions. We will evaluate each client's situation to ensure their care plan remains appropriate while giving families peace of mind.

We begin with a home care assessment to understand all aspects of your loved one's situation. The care plan is then tailored to address their specific requirements.

We focus on fall reduction, clutter-free spaces, and steady mobility support.

Yes! Our team coordinates with physical therapists to rebuild strength and mobility at home, ensuring a smoother rehabilitation process.

Processing times vary, but 6–12 months is typical. We assist in compiling documentation to avoid delays.

We adjust care plans as needed. Our nursing team regularly reassesses needs to ensure continuous, appropriate support.

Signs include struggling with chores, forgetting medications, or isolation. A free consultation with our nursing supervisor helps assess the right level of care.

Yes. Our team receives specialized training in Alzheimer’s/dementia care, including communication techniques and safety protocols.

Look for these key signs:

• Increased confusion (forgetting names, getting lost in familiar places)
• Decline in personal hygiene (needing reminders to take a bath or change clothes)
• Safety risks (leaving the stove on, falls, wandering)

Our Bloomfield dementia caregivers can assess your loved one’s needs during a free in-home care consultation.

We adjust services as needs change:

• Live-In Care
• Overnight/live-in care
• Hourly care

With the right type and amount of assistance, a person with Alzheimer’s disease may be able to live the rest of their life at home. One great thing about Alzheimer’s home care is that you can increase how much assistance your loved one needs as they progress through the various stages and need more help with activities of daily living.

While it’s never too early to start dementia care at home for your loved one – it’s better to start services before your loved one hurts themselves or wanders away – here are some signs that your loved one would benefit from memory care at home.

While finding the perfect home care agency may seem like a daunting task, asking these questions can help you find the perfect fit:

• Is your agency licensed?
• What background checks do you do on your caregivers?
• Are your caregivers insured and bonded?
• Do you screen your caregivers for contagious diseases?
• What educational requirements do you have for your caregivers?
• What’s the turnover rate for your caregivers?
• How do you supervise caregivers? Do nurses make supervision home visits? If so, how often?
• Can we interview potential caregivers? Do we have a say in who gets assigned to our family?
• Will we have the same caregiver each visit?
• How do you handle emergencies?
• What happens if our caregiver can’t come for a scheduled visit?
• How does the agency handle conflict, and what do I do if I have a complaint about a caregiver?
• What are the service agreement terms?
• Do you have references for your agency and for the caregiver we get?

While they assist with medication reminders, complex medical care may require shift-based nurses. We’ll help you decide.

We prioritize urgent cases and can often arrange care within 24-48 hours.

Yes. Our caregivers are trained in dementia care techniques, including redirection, routine reinforcement, and safety measures for wandering.

We customize schedules. For example, a caregiver can assist with bedtime routines, nighttime bathroom trips, or early-morning tasks.

If your loved one is recovering from surgery, managing a chronic illness, or requires specialized therapy, skilled nursing care at home may be the best option. Our nursing supervisors will conduct a thorough evaluation to determine the level of care needed.

Absolutely. Our team is trained to provide specialized care for patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s, including medication management, therapy, and emotional support. We focus on creating a safe and comfortable environment for your loved one.