Expert Care
In addition to C.N.A. certification, each of our caregivers receive training in the following areas:
Food Preparation & Service
- Kitchen and Food Safety
- Nutritional Ingredients and Cooking Methods
- Cultural Recipes & Restrictions
- Menu Planning
- Table Setting
Physical Aid for Postoperative Patients
- Contemporary techniques for bathing, grooming and transporting patients with physical limitations due to surgery.
- Monitoring clients for physical pain or distress who are not able to verbally express their needs.
- Techniques for arranging bedding, furniture, etc. for maximum comfort.
- Planning activities that are suitable for our clients’ physical limitations and comfort.
Emotional Support
- Recognizing symptoms of depression.
- Monitoring eating and sleeping habits, emotional stability, energy levels and thought patterns.
- Encouraging physical movement when appropriate.
- Goal-setting and progress tracking.
- Patience training.
- Motivational training.
- Training in creating peaceful and pleasant atmospheres.
Service Training
- Cultural Sensitivity – training in following the preferences and lifestyles of each client.
- Presentation and demeanor – treating clients with respect, grace and dignity.
- Anticipatory Care – quickly learning each client’s specific needs and preferences and providing them before asked.
